https://www.musicalchairs.info/rss/en/violaThe latest Viola Jobs, Courses, Competitons & Instrument Sales from musicalchairs - The world's leading online resource for Classical Music Professionals.enCopyright: (C) musicalchairs 2026 see https://www.musicalchairs.info/about/terms for terms and conditions of reuse.features@musicalchairs.info (musicalchairs)Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:20:01 +010060http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss14th String Competition Online invites violin, viola, cello, double bass, guitar, harp, other stringed instruments and all chamber ensembles. SCO is one of the oldest international online contests. We provide age groups from Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:20:01 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6403?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6403?ref=20Encore Music Projects 14th International Summer School welcomes you to Wells Cathedral Specialist Music School, a world-renowned hub for exceptional musical talent. Set in an exclusive, inspiring environment, this program unites the most gifted young artists from across the globe. We offer intensive courses in Piano, Strings, Composition, Theory, Conducting, String Orchestra and Chamber Ensembles, tailored specifically for intermediate and advanced students. Our world-class faculty focuses deeply on elevating technique, musical style, interpretation, stage presence, and strategic competition or audition preparation. Your immersive daily schedule features private lessons, chamber music coaching, exclusive piano, violin, and cello masterclasses, string orchestra, and violin/cello ensembles. Many evenings culminate in spectacular recitals performed by our celebrated faculty, hailing from Europe’s most prestigious academies and conservatoires.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:00:34 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11465https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11465Procedura selettiva pubblica per professori d’orchestra per l’eventuale assunzione a tempo indeterminato nel ruolo di “Viola di fila con obbligo della prima” (1 posto) con inquadramento al 4° livello dell’area artistica del CCNL per il personale dipendente dalle Fondazioni Lirico SinfonicheWed, 14 Oct 2026 09:58:12 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55572?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55572?ref=20A beautifully crafted viola made by Italian luthier Andrea Varazzani in 2016, following the Andrea Guarneri model. 41cm length (16 inch). Versatile viola offering great projection and a beautiful tone. Original chin-rest available too. Open to offers.Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:34:25 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/sales/21300https://www.musicalchairs.info/sales/21300Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:58:14 +0100https://www.bso.org/about/jobs/bso-auditionshttps://www.bso.org/about/jobs/bso-auditionsPlease read the full advertisement in the position description document.Mon, 12 Oct 2026 05:33:07 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55533?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55533?ref=20Take the next step toward a professional orchestral career at the National Repertory Orchestra’s 2027 Summer Music Festival, June 26–August 14, 2027. During this intensive eight-week experience, NRO musicians perform alongside exceptional peers under the direction of Music Director Michael Stern and renowned guest conductors, gaining the experience, connections, and artistic growth that help bridge the path from conservatory to career. Every musician accepted into the NRO receives a full merit-based tuition scholarship valued at $10,000, making this professional training experience accessible based on talent. The scholarship includes housing, a food stipend, and additional support. The NRO will start receiving applications on Monday, October 12, 2026; The final day to submit applications is Monday, January 25, 2027.Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55443?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55443?ref=20FENIX AWARD IMC invites: ⭐Soloist-performers (all instruments, all voice types) ⭐Composers ⭐Chamber Ensembles ⭐Conductors ⭐FREE ADMISSION until 10 NOVEMBER 2026 The Fenix Award brings together musicians from around the world. Over 2000 participants in past 8 editions took part and got recognized. ⭐ Printable diplomas & posters for Prizewinners ⭐ Absolute Winner featured in the Maestro Magazine ⭐ Platinum Winners featured on the website ⭐ Gold, Silver and Bronze Winners with valuable awards ⭐ No age limits Visit our website fenixaward.com to find out more. We will be accepting applications until 10 November 2026.Sun, 11 Oct 2026 16:30:22 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6395?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6395?ref=20The Lowell Chamber Orchestra announces its sixth annual international concerto competition. The contest is geared to give young artists a chance to perform with the Lowell Chamber Orchestra (LCO) during the 2027-2028 season. The LCO is a chamber orchestra, so we are unfortunately limited to which concertante work we can produce; while contestants can apply with any work they wish, they are encouraged to consider less standard works for smaller instrumentation before applying. Please visit our video section to survey the size of the ensemble. Prizes: First Place: - Performance during the 2027-2028 season - Professional video recording - Cash prize of US$1000 Travel stipend up to US$300 to attend rehearsals and concert Second Place - Cash prize of US$500 Third Place - Cash prize of US$200Sun, 11 Oct 2026 01:50:34 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6393?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6393?ref=20ICMC Europe - Intercontinental Music Competition for Youth, European Stage is an international competition for young pianists, string players and composers aged 5–22. Its concept connects the classical tradition with the music of today: Round I features works by "immortal" composers, Round II is dedicated to living composers, many of whom collaborate directly with the competition. Both rounds take place online via video submission Round I deadline: 1 November 2026; Round II deadline: 15 January 2027. Winners receive cash prizes, trophies, diplomas, Composer's Special Prizes and special prizes from our partners, and are invited to perform at the Final Gala Concerts on 10–11 April 2027 at the historic Ehrbar Saal in Vienna, as soloists or with orchestra. Categories: Piano, Piano with Orchestra, Strings, Young Composer. An international jury evaluates all performances anonyFri, 09 Oct 2026 22:53:51 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6388?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6388?ref=20The LSO are seeking a Principal and Sub-Principal (No. 4) Viola. To apply, please submit an application and pre-recorded first round audition on Musicalchairs by Sun 8 Nov 2026. When making your application, you will have the option to apply for either position, or both. The audition requirements and excerpt booklet are below. Second round auditions will be a live audition in central London on the below dates. Please note, not all dates may be used, so please hold as much availability as possible.Thu 7 Jan, am + pmSun 10 Jan, am + pmposs Thu 14 Jan, am + pm Video second round requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Regretfully we are unable to accept applications from candidates from Visa National countries due to recent changes to visitor visa restrictions at this time (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration-rules/immigration-rules-appendix-visitor-visa-national-list). If you have any questions, please contact caitlin.lobo@lso.co.uk.Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:31:40 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55531?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55531?ref=20Hellensmusic is a chamber music festival that offers a small group of talented students a unique opportunity to learn from leading professionals in the classical music world. The programme is led by a distinguished faculty of internationally recognised musicians, and spans seven intensive days of chamber music rehearsals, individual masterclasses and public performances. Students share the stage with their tutors in chamber ensembles and have the opportunity to be featured as soloists in selected festival concerts. There are a total of 12 vacancies for piano, violin, viola, cello, contrabass, clarinet, bassoon, and french horn students who are at advanced music conservatory level, ages 18-26. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 December 2026. PIANO | Christian Blackshaw and Joseph Havlat VIOLIN | Maya Iwabuchi and Alena Baeva VIOLA | Gareth Lubbe CELLO | Alice Neary CLARINET (WIND ENSEMBLE) | Matthew Hunt BASSOON (WIND ENSEMBLE) | Amy Harman COLLABORATIVE PIANO | Xiaowen ShanFri, 09 Oct 2026 14:55:05 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11459https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11459Janáček Philharmonic Ostrava, based in Ostrava, is one of the leading symphonic orchestras of the Czech Republic. Long orchestral tradition, typical bohemian sound and progressive repertoire are very much praised both by local audience and international reviewers. Excellence in performing not only Janáček, but most of the late-romantic to contemporary repertoire is one of the orchestra‘s strengths. In 2026/27 season the orchestra hosts conductors such as the chief conductor Daniel Raiskin and guest conductors Andris Poga, Andrey Boreyko, Clelia Cafiero, Aziz Shokakhimov and Jiří Habart and soloists such as Alena Baeva, Magdalena Kožená, Jan Lisiecki, Johannes Moser, Anna Vinnitskaya and Jean-Efflam Bavouzet. The International Orchestral Academy (IOA) is suitable especially for students and graduates of music performance programmes at university level. The internship is unpaid and therefore highly suitable for Erasmus+ recipients. All academy members are responsible for securing themselves to cover all costs of their stay, such as travel expenses to/from Ostrava, accommodation for the whole period of stay, per diems, insurance, concert clothing, etc. Trainees will gain hands-on orchestral experience in one of the leading Czech orchestras, taking part in most of the orchestra performances (subscription concerts, touring projects both locally and internationally). Trainees shall receive mentoring by the principal players of the orchestra. IOA opens positions in the following sections for the spring semester of the season 2026/27: 1st and 2nd VIOLINS, VIOLA, VIOLONCELLO, DOUBLE BASS, HARP* Applicants can become members of the Academy for the period:1st February – 24th June 2027. Application deadline is 29th November 2026. Results will be announced by mail on 7th December 2026. Requirements – to be sent as live video recording: a) orchestral parts (where marked, play only selected bars) as one uncut video – all scores of orchestral partsThu, 08 Oct 2026 12:12:11 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55516?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55516?ref=20The viola has a good, strong tone, even across all strings. Made in the 1950s (no label). Case included. A good student instrumentThu, 08 Oct 2026 10:04:43 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/sales/21277https://www.musicalchairs.info/sales/21277The VSO Fellowship Program: Professional Development for Early Career, Underrepresented Musicians VSO Fellows will participate in the breadth of work performed by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra, including Classics, Pops, Young People's Concerts, Chamber Music, Mentorship and coaching for middle school, high school, and college students. VSO Fellows will be compensated with $21,500 stipend for orchestra services and education work performed, free housing, and a full scholarship to receive university-level course credit for Fellowship activities, conferred by Old Dominion University (culminating in a Graduate Certificate in Music Performance for those who qualify). Eligibility:- Graduate work or degree preferred.- Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Please contact fellowship@virginiasymphony.org with any questions about the application process.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:59:49 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55490?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55490?ref=20Phion Symphony Orchestra & Phion Heersink Academy are looking for: Academist Viola For approximately 10 weeks from august ’27- july ‘28 Phion Heersink Academy The Phion Heersink Academy bridges the gap between education and the professional music world. Young, talented musicians are given a unique opportunity to further develop their skills and make the transition from education to a professional music career. For the 2027–2028 season, we are looking for four talented musicians to join our Academy. As an Academy member, you will collaborate with renowned conductors, soloists, and experienced orchestra musicians.If selected, this is your opportunity to take part in symphonic, opera, educational, and chamber music productions across Orkest Phion’s diverse repertoire. Beyond the artistic experience, you will receive audition training, coaching and access to masterclasses and workshops. All-in all, it’s a complete and valuable next step on your path toward a successful career as a professional musician. Phion Symphony Orchestra One of the most innovative and prominent orchestras in the Netherlands. Performing at the highest artistic level, our aim is to reach as many people as possible with live symphonic music through an extensive and varied programme. From large symphonic repertoire to smaller and more intimate productions, from popular repertoire to exciting crossovers, from educational productions to new concert formulas in special locations. We continue to innovate and explore new concepts and productions with institutions such as opera, dance and (youth) theatre. Phion is based in Gelderland and Overijssel and operates from two locations: Arnhem and Enschede. Position The vacancy is for the position of Academist ViolaAs a member of our orchestra, you will regularly rehearse and perform in Arnhem and Enschede, and perform throughout Gelderland, Overijssel and beyond. Profile - You are not older than 27 years on September 1, 2027Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:24:35 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55467?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55467?ref=20The CBSO Orchestral Residency is a programme designed by the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra to support young musicians to take the next steps towards a professional orchestral career. The CBSO Orchestral Residency offers exceptional young musicians aged 21 to 25, the opportunity to rehearse and perform alongside one of Europe’s leading symphony orchestras, directed by some of the most inspiring conductors of our time. The programme will consist of an intensive residential week of activity in July every year, culminating in a concert at Birmingham’s Symphony Hall. It combines incredible music-making, networking, mentoring, and professional development — giving musicians real insight into the life of a modern orchestral player.  Please note that this programme is unpaid but includes accommodation provided in Birmingham. When and Where Dates: 21-25 July 2027Conductor: Kazuki YamadaRehearsal Venue: CBSO Centre, BirminghamConcert Venue: Birmingham Symphony HallProgramme: Strauss - Eine Alpinesinfonie, Clyne - PALETTE Who Can Apply? The CBSO Orchestral Residency is open to advanced instrumentalists, aged 21 (by 31 August 2027) to 25, who are aspiring to a professional orchestral career. Applicants must be currently living in the UK, and can include international students studying in the UK, subject to appropriate visa permissions. We particularly encourage applications from those underrepresented in the orchestral sector, including musicians from the Global Majority; deaf, disabled, and neurodivergent musicians; LGBTQ+ musicians; those from lower socio-economic backgrounds; and women and marginalised genders in particular instruments. Full details of the programme can be found in the CBSO Orchestral Residency Handbook below. Please direct any questions to applications@cbso.co.uk.Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55366?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55366?ref=20Violin teacher wanted: pay starts at $55-70+/hour and rises as your studio grows. William Pu Music Academy (WPMA) is a pre-college, conservatory-style academy in Alpharetta, GA, just north of Atlanta. We're hiring a violin teacher for students ages 8–18. 20–40 hours a week, flexible scheduling, starting as soon as you're ready. You'd teach weekly private lessons, build your own studio, lead a studio class each semester, and prepare students for masterclasses as well as youth-orchestra, competition, festival and conservatory auditions. Our students hold chairs in GMEA All-State, ASYO, EYSO, NYO and NYO2, and are accepted into prestigious festivals, universities and conservatories, including Juilliard, Peabody, NEC, Jacobs and SFCM. Two reasons teachers stay. We build your studio with you: committed families, referrals from senior faculty, and established performance, music theory, collaborative piano, and chamber music programs to support your students. And we handle scheduling, billing and parent communication, so your hours go to teaching. Flexible schedule, professional development assistance, and relocation assistance for the right candidate. We’re looking for: top conservatory graduates, experience in a premier professional ensemble, experience teaching pre-college students, or a track record of sending students to conservatory. Interested teachers should fill out our ~3 minute screening evaluation. https://wpmusicacademy.com/for-musicians/careers-at-wpma/?utm_source=artsusa-jobbank&utm_medium=jobboard&utm_campaign=violin-teacher-2026-09&utm_content=longSun, 04 Oct 2026 17:27:18 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/teaching-jobs/55464https://www.musicalchairs.info/teaching-jobs/55464Apply now for the Geneva International String Academy! Tuition, accommodation and lunches are free of charge for every admitted participant. PROFESSORS Sergey OSTROVSKY – violin Noémie BIALOBRODA – viola Peter BRUNS – cello Guest of honor: to be announced soon MASTERCLASSES – INTENSIVE INDIVIDUAL WORK Every morning, individual lessons and masterclasses with the faculty. All faculty members, including the guest of honor, give masterclasses. Each student receives at least four individual 60-minute lessons. CHAMBER MUSIC Every afternoon, students rehearse and perform in chamber music ensembles formed by the Academy, each including at least one faculty member. CONCERTS Ten concerts give every participant the chance to perform as a soloist and in chamber music. FORMED STRING QUARTETS & PIANO TRIOS The Academy also welcomes formed string quartets and piano trios, whose members receive chamber music coaching from the faculty. Violinists, violists and cellistsSat, 03 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11448https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11448The Preliminary round of auditions is scheduled for January 16-18, 2027. The Semi-Final and Final rounds are scheduled to take place on February 13 (if needed for semi-finals) & February 15. Taped excerpts may be requested at the discretion of the Audition Committee and will be due Sunday, December 13, 2026. Directions for submitting recordings will be communicated with the request for recording. There are three (3) positions available: Assistant Principal Viola (1 position) and Section Viola (2 positions). Additional tenure-track or one-year positions may be offered as the result of this audition. Candidates do not need to let us know if they wish to be considered for the Assistant Principal position until the final round. Positions are to begin by the mutual agreement of the PSO and winning candidate, but no later than September 6, 2027. Minimum rates for the 2027-2028 season are to be determined; the 2026-27 Season minimum orchestra weekly scale is $2,345.15, and the annual Electronic Media Guarantee is $2,072.40. The PSO schedule has ten (10) collective vacation weeks for members each season, paid at the same rate as work weeks. The Assistant Principal Viola position may negotiate for additional weekly overscale (pay) related to their duties Any offer of full-time employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all background checks, as required by the Pittsburgh Symphony, Inc. Musicians hired by the PSO are responsible for having and maintaining authorization to be employed in the United States of America, and to travel on international tours as a musician with the PSO. The PSO will act as sponsor for visa petitions for musicians who are offered or have positions as members of the orchestra, however it is the musician’s responsibility to bear all costs associated with the petition and meet all required deadlines. The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra is proud to be a partner orchestra of the National Alliance for Audition SupporFri, 02 Oct 2026 17:08:42 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55457?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55457?ref=20Our BMus (Hons) Performance programme balances strong practical experience with professional development, preparing aspiring performers for a career as a working musician. BMus (Hons) Performance is a four-year, full-time programme aimed at honing performers’ potential. It is strongly practical and vocational in purpose, with most of your study time devoted to individual and ensemble performance activities. However, this is also substantially complemented by a core curriculum in professional skills development, Musicianship and Contextual studies, research skills, and the development of critical and reflective thinking. The programme’s structure and content are designed to allow you to develop the full range of your creative and technical abilities and to equip you with the professional skills and knowledge that will enable you to pursue your musical interests and aspirations to the highest level. The BMus Programme offers a unique opportunity for you to immerse yourself in a creative and supportive environment dedicated to the study and practice of music in a multidisciplinary setting that includes dance, drama, film and production programmes alongside music. Our aim for our graduates is to prepare you for both postgraduate study and professional employment as performers, teachers, and in other careers as part of the portfolio career common within the contemporary music profession.Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:18:11 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/82https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/82Our BMus (Hons) Joint Principal Study programme balances strong practical experience in two disciplines with professional development, preparing aspiring performers for a career as a working musician. The BMus (Hons) Joint Principal Study (JPS) pathway at RCS is a specialist four-year pathway that enables students with exceptional potential in two disciplines to pursue these in parallel at degree level. It is strongly practical and vocational in purpose, with most of your study time devoted to activities in the two principal study areas, but this is substantially complemented by a core curriculum in professional skills development, research skills, and development of critical and reflective thinking. The programme’s structure and content are designed to allow you to develop the full range of your creative and technical abilities and to equip you with the professional skills and knowledge that will enable you to pursue your musical interests and aspirations to the highest level. The BMus Programme offers a unique opportunity for you to immerse yourself in a creative and supportive environment dedicated to the study and practice of music in a multidisciplinary setting that includes dance, drama, film and production programmes alongside music. Our aim for our graduates is to prepare you for both postgraduate study and professional employment as performers, teachers, and in other careers as part of the portfolio career common within the contemporary music profession. Possible combinations of disciplines include: - Two instruments from different families within the performance strand, e.g. piano and cello - Two genres, such as jazz and traditional music; jazz and (classical) performance; or traditional music and (classical) performance - Two disciplines, such as composition and percussion Please note: it is not possible to study two instruments from the same family. e.g. viola and violinFri, 02 Oct 2026 12:12:01 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/81https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/81Develop your knowledge, understanding and skills to teach music education as an instrumental or vocal studies instructor. The MMus Performance and Pedagogy offers the opportunity to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills related to learning, teaching, and assessment in music education as an instrumental/vocal studies instructor. The programme emphasises the value of learning and teaching as a professional activity; supports the development of your identity as an instrumental/vocal studies instructor and explores teaching as a key component of your continuing growth as a performing artist.Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:10:19 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/74https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/74Our brand-new MMus/MA Performance and Musicology allows you to undertake scholarly research in music alongside postgraduate study in performance. The MMus/MA in Performance and Musicology is intended for highly skilled instrumentalists and singers who wish to pursue academic research into music and musical practices alongside advanced study in performance. Individual lessons in the principal study are at the heart of the degree, supported by a wide range of performance based activities within the the rich musical environment of the Conservatoire. The Musicology module will introduce you to the study of music as a scholarly endeavour, with a particular emphasis on historiography, aesthetics and criticism, and editorial techniques. The programme culminates in a number of assessed public performances, alongside a written dissertation on a self-chosen issue, source or repertory related to your principal study.Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:06:17 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/73https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/73Our MMus/MA Performance is a flexible programme with a strong emphasis on performance, designed to refine and extend your musicianship in preparation for your next steps into your chosen career path. The MMus/MA Performance programme is designed for students who aim to make music their life’s work. Perhaps you aspire to become an opera singer, a concert artist or orchestral musician; to be a collaborative pianist, compose or arrange; to work as a freelance instrumentalist or to be a conductor, music leader or animateur. You may be planning to coach or teach, either as the sole focus of your professional life or, more likely, as part of a portfolio career. You might have your sights set on doctoral study, on making a contribution to Scotland’s vibrant traditional music culture or may perhaps wish to fulfil one of the vital specialist music roles in related art forms such as ballet. Whatever your rationale for joining the Conservatoire’s MMus/MA programme, you are here to refine and extend your musicianship in preparation for your next steps. Our MMus/MA Performance pathway places a main emphasis on performance instead of academic work, with 80 of 120 credits for MA students and first year MMus students dedicated to your principal study. For students undertaking the two-year MMus, this rises to 90 credits in second year. The programme is designed to be flexible and in both stages you will be able to choose your other credits from a range of options including performance classes, ensembles, rehearsals and masterclasses, and/or other courses from across the many disciplines we offer here at the Conservatoire.Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:04:07 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/72https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/72The MMus/MA Joint Principal Study (JPS) degree is intended for exceptional students who are capable of performing at masters level in more than one discipline. Your study will be shared between two departments, with both individual lessons and supporting classes split between disciplines. Possible combinations include: Two instruments from different families within the performance strand, e.g. piano and cello Two genres, such as jazz and traditional music; jazz and (classical) performance; or traditional music and (classical) performance Two disciplines, such as composition and percussion Please note: it is not possible to study two instruments from the same family. e.g. viola and violin The following strands are self-contained specialisms, and may not be combined with another strand as part of a JPS route: Chamber Music Conducting Performance and Pedagogy Performance and Musicology Piano for Dance Repetiteurship The following cases do not constitute joint principal study: Students pursuing two instruments within the same family e.g. violin and viola, piano and harpsichord, flute and piccolo, and similar doublings Jazz and Traditional students who both perform and compose as part of their discipline Acceptance onto the Joint Principal Study strand is exceptional, and is only offered to students who are able to demonstrate the requisite level of skill and commitment across both areas.Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:01:57 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/71https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/71The Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in Music is designed to allow students with existing masters qualifications to progress further within their discipline. You will have the opportunity to extend and deepen your skills, knowledge and understanding in and through performance within a rich conservatoire environment. The Advanced Postgraduate Diploma is available to performers in the following disciplines: All string, woodwind and brass instruments, solo, chamber or orchestral Guitar and harp Timpani and percussion, including marimba Piano solo and collaborative, harpsichord, organ, accordion Vocal performance Traditional performance Jazz performance It is not available for Conducting, Composition, or Piano for Dance.Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:48:25 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/65https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/65A unique FREE one-week intensive programme for talented string players held during the Malta Spring Festival, from 28 March to 4 April 2027. Full tuition with leading European artists and pedagogues : Dmitry Sitkovetsky, Charles Sewart, Emanuel Salvador, Alexandre Razera, Adam Klocek, Gjorgji Cincievski & Brian Schembri. Free accommodation with breakfast in Malta for all selected participants Free access to all Festival concerts Individual lessons and chamber music coaching Opportunities to perform in lunchtime concerts Three orchestral rehearsals culminating in the final concert Who can apply: String players currently studying at a conservatoire or university or recent graduates. Send two contrasting video links, a high-resolution photo (min. 1 MB), a CV listing your teachers and institutions, and a short motivation letter to info@maltaspringfestival.com. Results will be announced on 15 January 2027. Participants cover their travel to Malta and meals.Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:10:08 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11445https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11445Orchestra Victoria is offering two fellowship positions in 2027, available to musicians who have completed Bachelor of Music (Performance) or are at an equivalent or higher standard on an orchestral string instrument (Violin, Viola, Cello or Double Bass). The Richard Bonynge Orchestral Fellowship is a pre-professional program designed to provide training for musicians in working with opera and ballet. Orchestra Victoria is a performance partner of Australia’s national ballet company, The Australian Ballet, national opera company, Opera Australia, and state opera company, Victorian Opera. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work with Orchestra Victoria under the leadership of a variety of world-class conductors, mentored by the orchestra’s talented and skilled musicians. The successful candidates will each be employed on a fixed-term contract encompassing the Orchestra’s seasons with its partner companies from 19 April - 14 November 2027, at the Tutti Level A Salary ($81,068 per annum, pro rata, from 1 February 2027, plus superannuation and allowances). The contract term will include a leave period from 20 June - 19 September 2027 inclusive. Further information can be found by downloading the information pack for this position linked here. Orchestra Victoria offers: • Performance opportunities in the greatest of opera and ballet repertoire • An exciting and friendly working environment • World-class health and wellbeing programs for musicians Eligibility: • Completed Bachelor of Music or be of an equivalent or higher standard in Violin, Viola, Cello or Double Bass Performance• Open to Australian and New Zealand citizens and Permanent Residents of Australia• Be aged 18 years or older by the application closing date, Thursday 29 October 2026• Candidates must be available to attend their relevant live audition day in person in its entiretySelection Process: The selection process for the Richard Bonynge Orchestral Fellowship is a two-stage process, outThu, 01 Oct 2026 04:44:46 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55420?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55420?ref=20This programme will guide and help prepare ten talented young musicians for their entry auditions into tertiary music performance programmes across the country and ensure they have established the core skills on which to build. Young Performers Studio will include a mixture of group classes and one-to-one sessions, based at the Howard Opera Centre in Leeds. It will be designed to complement participants’ existing instrumental lessons, where applicable, and give added experience to their current instrumental lessons. Students will take part in chamber music, masterclasses, technique sessions, accompanist sessions, guest lessons, recitals and a mock audition. Students will get the opportunity to work with members from the Orchestra of Opera North, as well as guest performers and educators and each performer will receive a bespoke learning plan. For more information or to apply please visit our website: https://www.operanorth.co.uk/whats-on/young-performers-studio-instrumental/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:50:24 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11440https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11440Applications are open for the 2027 Chicago Summer Opera Orchestra Program! Join us for one or both sessions in Chicago and gain extensive opera performance experience, three private lessons per session, masterclasses, workshops, and professional development opportunities. Faculty Flute — Alyce Johnson Oboe — Anne Bach Clarinet — Wagner Campos Bassoon — Keith Buncke Horn — David Griffin Trumpet — Rebecca Oliverio Trombone — Mark Fisher Violin — Chika Robertson Viola — Helen Callus Cello - Eric Kutz Double Bass — Michael Hovnanian 2027 Season Session 1 | June 18 – July 11, 2027 Agrippina, Handel Albert Herring, Britten Don Giovanni, Mozart Session 2 | July 12 – August 8, 2027 Dido and Aeneas, Purcell The Rape of Lucretia, Britten The Crucible, Ward La Rondine, Puccini Participants are welcome to attend one or both sessions. Tuition $1,750 per session Scholarships, financial aid, and work-study opportunities are available.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:38:22 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11439https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11439Viola Alessandro Ciciliati 2008, warm and direct sound, played it for almost ten years as principal viola, soloist with orchestra and chamber music. 41.3 cm, perfect condition, only little signs of use. For more information please, contact me through the form below, thank you.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:16:28 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/sales/21231https://www.musicalchairs.info/sales/21231Viola is in excellent condition, TOP, great craftsmanship and very nice quality. It is 16 inches. (No Label) It resonates nicely, still developing and highy comfortable fingerboard that transfers you to Greatest level. Each string has special nice color. The viola played by professional musician for long time and it has large concert history. I strongly believe that new owner will love the viola with no regrets. Includes; -Nice Bridge -Modern Bow -Baroque Bow -Viola will be sending with safe foam case due to shipping availability. -Protection Fabric -Couple used nice Rosin -Shoulder Rest -Thomastik Peg Paste Due to circumstances payment must send via only Payoneer business account is accepted which means payment request will be sending to your registered Payoneer account for processing. International Shipping fee : $174 Thank you.Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:39:17 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/sales/21226https://www.musicalchairs.info/sales/21226The Opera Australia Orchestra is a specialist opera and ballet orchestra established in 1967. Resident at the Sydney Opera House, the orchestra performs a wide range of opera, ballet and music theatre, collaborating closely with singers, conductors and dancers to shape each performance in the moment. Expressions of Interest - We are seeking expressions of interest for the permanent position of Associate Principal Viola. Remuneration - Package starting from A$124,365 per annum This is comprised of a salary ranging from A$108,995-$131,702 plus 12% superannuation, and relevant allowances. The orchestra has 4 weeks of annual leave each year Eligibility - This position is open to applicants of all nationalities Application closing date - Monday 4 January 2027, 5pm AEST How to Apply - To submit a complete expression of interest for the position, applicants must; 1. Complete the application form, including a current CV. Excerpts will be shared by email shortly after receiving your application. 2. Submit an audio-visual recording of the required concerto and orchestral excerpts by 4 January 2027. Submission instructions can be found on the last page of the information pack EOI Process - Submissions will be reviewed by the panel after the closing date and a small number of applicants may be invited to Sydney to undertake a pre-trial. The pre-trial comprises approximately three weeks rehearsing and performing one opera and a 30-minute recital. Recorded submission requirements - Applicants must prepare and submit one concerto and three excerpts:Choice of either - with piano accompaniment1. Stamitz Concerto in D, Op.1, 1st Movement – exposition and development (no cadenza) ORHoffmeister Concerto in D, 1st Movement – exposition and development (no cadenza)The following orchestral excerpts:2. Delibes, Coppelia, La Paix, Act III3. Berg, Lulu, Act II 4. Strauss, Arabella, Act ITue, 29 Sep 2026 04:53:49 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55397?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55397?ref=20La Fondazione Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia bandisce un concorso pubblico internazionale, per titoli ed esami, per l’eventuale assunzione a tempo indeterminato nel ruolo da assegnare al seguente profilo professionale: VIOLA DI FILA, con inquadramento nel 4° livello dell’area artistica (orchestra) del Contratto Collettivo di Lavoro vigente per il personale dipendente dalla Fondazione Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia (2 posti)Retribuzione annua lorda (RAL) minima 55.000 euro Scadenza domande: 31 dicembre 2026 ------------------------ Fondazione Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia is announcing an international public competition, based on degrees, credentials, and examination results, for hiring, under open-ended contract, to the following professional position: SECTION VIOLA, with placement in level 4 of the artistic area (orchestra) of the national collective bargaining agreement in force for personnel employed by Fondazione Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia (2 positions). Minimum gross annual salary € 55,000 Deadline: 31 December 2026Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:16:26 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55386?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55386?ref=20Perform, learn, and build your career alongside exceptional emerging musicians, leading guest artists, and conductors from around the world. Founded in 1987 by Michael Tilson Thomas and now led by Artistic Director Stéphane Denève, the New World Symphony is internationally recognized for its innovative performances and commitment to developing the next generation of orchestral musicians. NWS offers a three-year fellowship for outstanding early-career instrumentalists, combining intensive orchestral performance with artistic mentorship, professional development, leadership training, and community engagement. Fellows perform a wide range of orchestral repertoire throughout the season while working closely with Stéphane Denève, visiting conductors, and internationally renowned faculty. Benefits include: • Weekly stipend: $656/week for 35 weeks to support living expenses. • Housing: Fully furnished private apartment provided by NWS. • Artistic mentorship: Regular lessons, coachings, and masterclasses with leading visiting faculty, selected in part with input from Fellows. • Audition leave: Paid time off for three professional auditions each year, with additional unpaid leave available. • Professional development funding: Support for audition travel, private coaching, wellness, performance psychology, fitness, and other professional-development needs. • BLUE, Leadership & Entrepreneurship: Hands-on training in innovation, project development, arts leadership, and Fellow-led initiatives, with funding available for selected projects. • Community engagement: Opportunities in teaching, outreach, mentorship, and educational programming throughout the Miami community and online. • Relocation support: $350 travel grant for incoming Fellows. • Instrument support: Primary-instrument insurance, optional additional coverage, and access to no-interest instrument loans through completion of the fellowship. • International applicants welcome: NWS welcomes candidates fromMon, 28 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/52042?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/52042?ref=20Fine Quality English Viola made by James Loudon,Liverpool Circa 1870. Fine sounding instrument producing a deep mellow tone with good volume in very good playing condition. Back length is 39.1 cms or 15 7/16ths inches.Sold with fine quality case.Sat, 26 Sep 2026 13:40:14 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/sales/21213https://www.musicalchairs.info/sales/21213Arcus P5 Series viola bow, with powerfull sound, rich overtones, and fast response typical of advanced Arcus carbon fiber technology. Model: P5 Series - Round Currently located in Firenze, ItalySat, 26 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/sales/21193https://www.musicalchairs.info/sales/21193Tokyo Opera Studio invites instrumentalists to a three-week opera orchestra residency in central Tokyo, 6–26 June 2027. No tuition. No participation fee. This is an unpaid residency. Players cover their own travel. Optional housing is available through the program at $1,250 USD for a private single (plus 10% Japanese consumption tax). Independent housing is allowed. Each player is assigned to one reduced opera orchestra of about 14–18, sitting in a mixed section with professional colleagues, and performs two fully staged operas from the 2027 season under international conductors: Don Giovanni (Mozart) Hänsel und Gretel (Humperdinck) Cendrillon (Massenet) L’enfant et les sortilèges (Ravel) & Gianni Schicchi (Puccini) Double bill Both orchestras combine for a separate orchestral concert. The residency also includes instrumental masterclasses and organized cultural events and guided activities in Tokyo. Apply: https://tokyooperastudio.org/orchestraFri, 25 Sep 2026 16:04:03 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11432https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11432Auditions will be held on March 2027 in Kyoto.City of Kyoto Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1956 under the management of the Kyoto City Government as the only orchestra managed by a public authority in Japan.In April 2015, City of Kyoto Symphony Orchestra received the 46th Suntory Music Award, one of Japan's most prestigious prizes in musical achievement.Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55315?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55315?ref=20Are you a young musician with dreams of international acclaim? Brentwood School’s annual International Music Competition offers a special opportunity to showcase your skills, receive expert feedback, and win prestigious awards, including scholarships, bursaries, and monetary prizes. Open to exceptional young concert musicians, the competition also provides the opportunity to secure a full boarding bursary and adjudication from a world-renowned panel. All finalists receive a place on our Specialist Music Programme, designed for exceptional young musicians aiming for professional careers 1st Place: £1000 2nd Place: £500 3rd Place: £300 In addition, after the final, a special grand prize will also be awarded, up to the value of a full-boarding bursary (£60.000 per annum). Applicants should be of an outstanding standard (Grade 8+) who are seriously considering a professional career as a musician.Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6332?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6332?ref=20Audition Feb 16, 2027 at 09:00 (Europe/Zurich)Auditorium Ansermet (EMA - École des musiques actuelles)Passage Marie-Claude Leburgue 21205 Genève Switzerland Invitations envoyées par e-mail le 23 décembre 2026 | Invitations to the audition e-mailed on 23rd December 2026Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:57:37 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55329?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55329?ref=20ORCHESTRA AUDITIONS (extra work) - Positions in the Orchestra of the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, for short term contracts based on production needs, as follows: VIOLA TUTTI compensation: level 5°/4°, artistic area/AUDIZIONI ORCHESTRA - La Fondazione “Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino” indice le audizioni finalizzate a eventuali assunzioni a termine nell’Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, secondo esigenze di produzione, per la posizione di: VIOLA DI FILA (inquadramento: livello 5°/4°, area artistica)Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:52:09 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55319?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55319?ref=20The one-year Advanced Artist Diploma is designed to enable singers and instrumentalists to make a significant and original contribution to their chosen artistic sphere, and demonstrate outstanding public performance skills commensurate with those of a professional artist. There are two strands to the programme. Instrumentalists follow the performance route detailed here; an opera strand is available to students who wish to pursue that specialism. Both strands offer the opportunity to present two significant public performances. The AdvArtDip is available to performers in the following disciplines: All string, woodwind and brass instruments, solo, chamber or orchestral Guitar and harp Timpani and percussion, including marimba Piano solo and collaborative, harpsichord, organ, accordion Traditional performance Jazz performance UK Applicant Deadline: 1 October 2026 International (including EU) Applicant Deadline: 1 December 2026Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:39:12 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/62https://www.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/62Alto solo jouant co-solisteThu, 17 Sep 2026 09:11:06 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55280?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55280?ref=20Alto du rangThu, 17 Sep 2026 09:08:33 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55278?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55278?ref=20The Johnstown Symphony Orchestra, located in Western Pennsylvania, is seeking Section Viola musicians for their 2026/27 concert season. Potential for candidates to become permanent players. Professional musicians are invited to submit their information and a video audition on a rolling basis throughout the year for consideration for our substitute musician list. Substitute musicians may be contacted as performance opportunities become available throughout the season.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:59:38 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55274?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55274?ref=202027 Program Summary Commencing in Semester 1 2027, the QSO will accept up to four (4) musicians into the Academy Program on the following instruments. For the avoidance of doubt, the QSO considers Semester 1 to be 1 February – 31 July 2027. There is a strict minimum playing standard and no minimum intake. Only those applicants of suitable playing standard will be considered for a place in the program. 1. Violin (2 positions) 2. Viola 3. Trombone *Remaining String positions, Flute, Horn and Trumpet positions for the 2027 program have been filled by Queensland Conservatorium/University of Queensland tertiary students. Academy Participants will receive: 1. Guaranteed minimum inclusion in 40 calls of professional rehearsal and performance experience. Where possible this will be scheduled across a variety of activities, including one Ballet production, one Opera production, one Regional Tour activity and one mainstage Maestro concert performance and one chamber music project (or chamber orchestra project) with permanent members of QSO, however this will also depend on the QSO season schedule. 2. Work experience with the QSO’s Management Team. 3. 2 x Mock Auditions (with two different typical programs for standard orchestral auditions). 4. 2-3 x Workshops on audition repertoire with a group of QSO musicians/mentors 5. 6 x lessons on orchestral excerpts and audition preparation (minimum of two with the relevant section leader and the remainder from any QSO musicians or titled conductors of the Participant’s choice) 6. Presentations on topics such as transition from study to work, audition preparation, managing nerves and health and well-being. 7. Possible masterclasses with guest international soloists/conductors. Academy Participants will need to be fully available to QSO scheduled activities for the period of the Academy. All rehearsal and performance calls attached to the list of activities above will be the base commitment of each Participant. Any rehearsal and perfWed, 16 Sep 2026 06:23:37 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55270?ref=20https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/55270?ref=20Applications are now open to string quartets for the 2027 Emerging Artists Programme, a career-changing opportunity for outstanding young ensembles. Two quartets will be selected to join the 2027 Summer Festival, taking part in performances, masterclasses with leading international artists, and receiving professional video recordings, entrepreneurial training, accommodation and a £1,200 contribution towards expenses. The closing date for applications is 5pm on 20 November 2026. All musicians should be under the age of 30 years old on the application deadline, and quartets should have been working together for at least 6 months. Applications will be accepted from non-UK residents, however, all members of the ensemble must have studied, or currently study, at a UK university, conservatoire or institution. First-round video submissions are followed by live auditions in mid-December at venues in both London and Manchester.  Full details can be found on link below.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:20:40 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11413https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11413This course is a continuation of Interpretation for Orchestra Instrument/ Piano/ Organ, In-depth Studies 1. It gives you an opportunity to further develop your ability as an orchestra musician, pianist or organist and to problematise different stylistic characteristics. The course includes instrumental studies and chamber music in which you can delve deeper in your artistic work with the repertoire of the course. You will progress from identifying and utilising stylistic characteristics in the repertoire to problematising them and your artistic choices. In this course, as in its predecessor, those who play an orchestra instrument will get to take part in joint productions with students in the graduate program for symphonic orchestra performance and in instrument-specific ensembles.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11408https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/11408