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Double Bass Any jobs this month?

#41
Any word from the Strolling Strings audition? I should have taken it, but I'm probably to close to "retirement" to be considered.

(I've been in the Air Force field bands for 17 years, and have just 3 left before I have to get out.)
 
#43
Quick turnaround time (relatively speaking)! Blake won the NY Phil job in June, resigns soon afterward, and his former employer, Grand Rapids Symphony, immediately starts the process to find a replacement.

Grand Rapids Symphony demonstrates that it is not necessary to keep positions vacant for years before organizing and scheduling an audition. I wish more orchestras were like GRS.

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#44
As with most sub-list/extra auditions, this announcement is kind of under-the-radar:

HOUSTON SYMPHONY, Hans Graf, Music Director

SUBSTITUTE/ EXTRA DOUBLE BASS AUDITION
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October 23, 2012

1:30 P.M. – JONES HALL, onstage


REPERTOIRE LIST

A. SOLOS:

Solo of your choice (if solo Bach is performed, then no repeats)

B. EXCERPTS:

BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 5
Mvt. 3, Beginning – measure 100
Mvt. 3, Measures 140 - 218 (No repeats)

MOZART Symphony No. 35,
Mvt. 1, measures 13 – 48
Mvt. 4, measures 134 - 181

STRAUSS Ein Heldenleben
9 to 1 measure after 11

BRAHMS Symphony No. 1,
Mvt. 1, Measures 161 - 189


The official pitch of the Houston Symphony is A = 442

contact e-mail for auditions: [email protected]

Auditions Coordinator
Houston Symphony
615 Louisiana St. Suite 102
Houston, TX 77002-2798
 
#45
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I hear there's some work to be had this year. . . . .:D

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The Milwaukee Symphony generally holds auditions for Substitute and Extra musicians every other year. Although the next round of auditions which will include all instruments are scheduled for fall of 2013, the MSO will be holding sub auditions for the following instruments in October and/or November, 2012:

Violin
Double Bass
Flute/Piccolo
Clarinet/Bass Clarinet
Bassoon/ Contrabassoon
Trumpet
Harp

If you would like to apply to audition on one of the above listed instruments, please send a one-page resumé to [email protected] by September 30, 2012.

Please note that the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra rarely hires substitute musicians who do not live within a 100 mile radius of Milwaukee. Acceptance to the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra's Substitute and Extra list does not guarantee employment with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra.

Thank you for your interest in the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra!

Substitute & Extra Musician Auditions Repertoire: Bass
Please note: all repertoire is subject to change.

Solo of your choice

Beethoven - Symphony No. 5, 2nd & 3rd movements
Mozart - Symphony No. 40, 1st movement only
Strauss - Ein Heldenleben, No. 9 to 6 bars after No. 12
Brahms - Symphony No. 2, 4th movement only
Possible Sight Reading
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#46
Shen Yun Performing Arts Orchestra
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Shen Yun is a classical Chinese dance and music company based in Orange County, New York. Shen Yun was established in 2006 with the mission of reviving 5,000 years of Chinese civilization through performing arts. The position annually entails about five months of touring and seven months at our New York campus. Throughout the year, we provide a monthly salary of $2000 (for most positions), the option of full room and board, and coverage of all touring expenses and hotel accommodations. 2012 venues include Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, the London Coliseum, and, for the Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra, Carnegie Hall.

Double Bass

Please prepare the following:

First movement of a standard bass concerto
Bach: one movement from any of the solo suites for cello
Orchestral excerpts:
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5, mvt. III
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9, mvt. IV
Brahms: Symphony No. 1, mvt. I
Brahms: Symphony No. 2, mvt. I & IV
Mahler: Symphony No. 2, mvt. I
Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 4, mvts. I & IV
Mozart: Symphony No. 39, mvts. I & IV
Strauss: Ein Heldenleben

Please email us at [email protected] and include the following:

The application form
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Your resume/CV

Your preferred date for a live audition (see address below)


If you are unable to attend a live audition at our rehearsal facilities (see address below), please email us an electronic link, or mail a DVD live recording of the audition repertoire to:

Auditions Coordinator
Shen Yun Performing Arts
140 Galley Hill Road
Cuddebackville, NY 12729
U.S.A.
 
#48
ILIA said:
Shen Yun Performing Arts Orchestra
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Shen Yun is a classical Chinese dance and music company based in Orange County, New York. Shen Yun was established in 2006 with the mission of reviving 5,000 years of Chinese civilization through performing arts. The position annually entails about five months of touring and seven months at our New York campus. Throughout the year, we provide a monthly salary of $2000 (for most positions), the option of full room and board, and coverage of all touring expenses and hotel accommodations. 2012 venues include Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, the London Coliseum, and, for the Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra, Carnegie Hall.

Double Bass

Please prepare the following:

First movement of a standard bass concerto
Bach: one movement from any of the solo suites for cello
Orchestral excerpts:
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5, mvt. III
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9, mvt. IV
Brahms: Symphony No. 1, mvt. I
Brahms: Symphony No. 2, mvt. I & IV
Mahler: Symphony No. 2, mvt. I
Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 4, mvts. I & IV
Mozart: Symphony No. 39, mvts. I & IV
Strauss: Ein Heldenleben

Please email us at [email protected] and include the following:

The application form
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Your resume/CV

Your preferred date for a live audition (see address below)

If you are unable to attend a live audition at our rehearsal facilities (see address below), please email us an electronic link, or mail a DVD live recording of the audition repertoire to:

Auditions Coordinator
Shen Yun Performing Arts
140 Galley Hill Road
Cuddebackville, NY 12729
U.S.A.
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That's an interesting project, do they play standard rep? It sounds like they only play Chinese traditional music from the website but that audition list seems standard. Do you have to be Asian to join? :hiding:
 
#50
SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY
Jahja Ling, Music Director

SUBSTITUTE MUSICIAN AUDITIONS:
Sub Auditions, for Violin, Bass, Timpani and Harp:
October 9-13 , 2012

Repertoire for Bass Sub List Audition

Solo: One movement of a Standard Concerto or Unaccompanied Bach

Excerpts:

BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67
Movement III: complete

W.A. MOZART: Symphony No. 35 in D Major, K. 385, Haffner
Mvt. I: M. 13 through m. 66
Mvt. IV: Beginning through m. 37

SHOSTAKOVICH: Symphony No. 5 in D minor, Op. 47
Mvt. I: Reh. [22] through 4 after reh. [26]

For scheduling SUBS AUDITIONS and repertoire
email your resume to:
[email protected]
 
#51

Kansas City Symphony
Section Bass Vacancy
Resume Deadline: Dec 14, 2012
Audition Dates: January 28-29, 2013
Salary: 2013/14 $50,065.61 (includes EMG)
More Info: https://www.kcsymphony.org/ContentCtl/BrowseAct/Audition/8

Contact Information:
Matt Henderson Asst. Personnel Manager
Kansas City Symphony
1703 Wyandotte St., Suite 200
Kansas City, MO 64108-1207
Phone: (816) 218-2622
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.kcsymphony.org


Something interesting about this audition: they clearly spell out their criteria for screening resumes.

"3. In instances where there are an unreasonably large number of applicants, the Audition Committee shall meet with the Personnel Manager to screen the applicants. The names of the applicants will be removed or covered and the following criteria will be used in selecting candidates to be invited to audition:

a. Musicians who currently are playing under a full contract in a regional symphony orchestra, or prominent foreign orchestra;

b. Jobbing musicians with an outstanding reputation or other significant credentials;

c. Any outstanding student with a teacher recommendation stating that in the opinion of the teacher the student is eminently qualified to fill the vacancy that exists in the Symphony."
 
#52
Looks like they are finally filling some vacant positions. . . . . kudos to them for doing so.

SECTION BASS (2 positions)
Resume Deadline: February 15, 2013
Audition Dates: April 27-29, 2013 (semis and finals on 4/29)

Send a one-page resume to:
National Symphony Orchestra
The John F. Kennedy Center
P.O. Box 101510
Arlington, VA 22210
Attn: Bass Auditions

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#53
ILIA said:
Looks like they are finally filling some vacant positions. . . . . kudos to them for doing so.

SECTION BASS (2 positions)
Resume Deadline: February 15, 2013
Audition Dates: April 27-29, 2013 (semis and finals on 4/29)

Send a one-page resume to:
National Symphony Orchestra
The John F. Kennedy Center
P.O. Box 101510
Arlington, VA 22210
Attn: Bass Auditions

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Where on the kennedy center website can I find this information?
 
#56
Dallas Symphony
Section Bass
April 29 and May 6 (prelims)
May 7, 2013 finals
e-mail 1-page resume by March 4, 2013
[email protected]
attn://Scott Walzel, Personnel Manager


Buffalo Philharmonic
Section Bass
Auditions Dates: April 15-16, 2013
resume deadline: March 1, 2013
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, 499 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY 14202
 
#57
Principal Bass (One-year position for 2013)
Central City Opera
Central City, Colorado, USA
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"To be considered, please send a ONE-PAGE professional resume by email to Mr. Kim Peoria, Orchestra Manager at [email protected]. Please include your instrument in the subject line and please adhere to the application deadlines. Due to the limited time available, these auditions are by invitation only. Do not apply unless you are eligible to work in the United States. Auditions will be held in Denver.

Principal pay is $159.76 per service. There is additional travel pay of $49.69 for each day in Central City as well as a 10.9% AFM Pension contribution. Central City Opera does not provide housing for orchestra members. The 2013 season includes 47 services between June 19 and August 11.

This audition is scheduled for Monday, March 25, 2013. The deadline to submit your resume is February 25. The audition list can be found at Invalid Link Removed. Excerpts that are not readily available will be sent when your resume is received."

Note: I thought it was really odd that the other open positions of Principal Flute, Second Trumpet, and Section Violin were advertised in the AFM IM, but not this position. Maybe it's due to the fact that it is only a one-year position.

Central City is kind of an odd place, but hey, a gig is a gig.
 
#58
Alabama Symphony Orchestra
BASS - Principal Bass
Audition Date: May 23, 2013

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Qualified applicants please submit a one-page resume including name, instrument, address, and phone number, and a deposit check for $50.00 to: ATTN: (your instrument) AUDITION Alabama Symphony Orchestra 3621 Sixth Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35222 Please direct any questions to [email protected].
Email: [email protected]
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Detroit Symphony Orchestra
BASS - Principal bass
Preliminary auditions: June 10 & 11, 2013, Finals: June 12, 2013

Contact Information: Application and repertoire available at: www.dso.org Contact Information: Heather Hart Rochen, Auditions, Max M. Fischer Music Center 3711 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI 48201 Email: [email protected]
Fax: 313-576-5157
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.dso.org
 

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