London Symphony auditions

[cb_man]

Does anyone know how their auditions process goes? What do they usually ask for (reportoire and excerpts)? And what do they look for as far as sound and playing style goes? Their Principal is russian, will that count much as for the style of player they might be looking for? And what would that be like?

Any other advice from someone who knows the city, the orchestra or any player involved in it? Are they in any way nationality/school from which one graduates/principal's alumni oriented?

Thanks!

[cb_man]

Hello anyone? Does anyone know anything about this subject? Or have you heard about anyone who might be applying for the job?

[filrich]

All I know is that the players in London work from a year to year basis. Much unlike American orchestras, your future is not 100%.