Exceptional musicians are invited to apply for the role of Section Musician First Violin with Queensland Symphony Orchestra.
Position
Section Musician First Violin
Remuneration
Salary range of $78,792 – $91,681 per annum plus 12% superannuation.
In addition, you will receive instrument and clothing allowances of $2,504.83 per annum.
QSO provides a comprehensive instrument insurance scheme, plus instrument upkeep and clothing allowances. The Orchestra enjoys generous leave entitlements that include five weeks' annual leave plus a paid mid-year break of a minimum of nine days.
Eligibility
Full‐time positions open to both Australian and non‐Australian residents willing to relocate to Brisbane, Queensland. Appointment of non‐Australian candidates would be subject to satisfying Australian visa requirements.
Tenure
Permanent full time, subject to successful completion of a 6‐month trial period.
Section structure
The First Violin section will be comprised of one Concertmaster position, one Associate Concertmaster, one Principal First Violin and ten Section Musician First Violins.
How to apply
Submit your CV with relevant orchestral experience and contact details via Musical Chairs as soon as possible.
Application closing date
Monday, 27 July 2026 for application and submission of round one requirements.
Audition date
Tuesday, 22 September 2026 from 9am (selected applicants only).
Location
ABC Building, South Brisbane
Selection Process
Interested musicians are required to submit a CV with relevant experience and contact details as well as a recording of the first round set work and orchestral excerpts.
See the recording requirements enclosed in the Musical Chairs advertisement for download.
Applicants shortlisted for the second round will receive details regarding the audition within 14 days of the closing date. The second (and third) audition rounds will be held on the 22nd of September in Brisbane and successfully shortlisted candidates are encouraged to attend in person, however recordings will be accepted. An accompanist will be provided for live auditions.
First Round (Recorded Audition Requirements) Set work (to be played with piano accompaniment)
First movement of Mozart Concerto 3, 4 or 5 – exposition with cadenza
Orchestral Excerpts from (to be performed solo)
* BEETHOVEN Symphony No.9, 3rd movement
* BRAHMS Symphony No.4, 4th movement
* MAHLER Symphony No.6 in A minor, Tragic, 1st movement
* PROKOFIEV Classical Symphony, Op.25, 4th movement
* VERDI La Forza del Destino: Overture
Excerpts are enclosed in the Musical Chairs advertisement, for download. If candidates are successful in progressing to the live subsequent rounds on the 22nd of September, further set works and orchestral excerpts will be provided closer to the date.
No unsolicited recruitment agencies' CVs will be accepted.
Position Description
The general duties and work requirements of a Section Musician are to:
* work in accordance with the terms of this agreement
* play the instrument(s) for which the musician was auditioned
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