Current Percussion/Timpani and Teaching Openings

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Percussion/Timpani Openings & Teaching Vacancies

Updated on 7/2/08

Please confirm all information with each organization listed.
Not responsible for typographical errors.

Boston Symphony and Pops Orchestra

Assistant Timpani/Percussion
Resume Date - On or before: August 13, 2008
Audition Date - Preliminary Audition: November 10, 2008; Final Audition: November 11, 2008
Starting Date - As soon as winner's availability and BSO schedule allow.
General Information - CDs may be required to supplement resume, but please do not send at this time. Further information will be mailed within the week following the resume deadline. Repertoire lists will also be posted at that time on the BSO website. The Audition Committee of the BSO reserves the right to dismiss immediately any candidate not meeting the highest professional standards at these auditions. BSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact Information - Highly qualified applicants please send a one-page resume including current address and telephone number to:
Amy Boyd, Orchestra Personnel Administrator; Symphony Hall (before June 25); 301 Massachusetts Ave.; Boston, MA 02115.
Tanglewood Shed (after June 25) 297 West Street Lenox, MA 01240 Fax - 617-638-9463; 4
Website - www.bso.org

Chattanooga Symphony and Opera Association

Principal Timpani (C-Contract)
Audition Date - Early September in Chattanooga
Salary/Benefits - $120.45 per service. AFM pension and travel (when applicable)
Services - 30 service minimum
General Information - For more info about CSO visit our website. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact Information - Applicants should email a resume to the address below.
Email - csoactingpm@aol.com
Website - www.chattanoogasymphony.org

Erie Philharmonic

Principal Timpani
Audition Date - Friday, September 2-5 in Erie, PA
General Information - Repertoire lists available on website.
Contact Information - Send resume with refundable $35 deposit (payable to Erie Phil.)to: Audition Manager; Erie Philharmonic; 609 Walnut St.; Erie, PA 16502.
Website - www.eriephil.org

Orquestra de la Comunitat Valenciana

Associate Principal Timpani/Tutti Percussion (one position)
Resume Date - September 26, 2008
Audition Date - Preliminary Audition: July 19, 2008 in New York; Final Audition: October 19, 2008 in Valencia
General Information - Auditions will take place in Valencia at the Palau de les Arts 'Reina Sofia.' Outstanding musicians of all nationalities are encouraged to apply online at web site. Do not send written CV's by post or recordings at this time. Candidates for audition will be selected and notified by invitation. Rules and repertoire posted at website. All information related to the auditions, including a repertoire list, will be updated on the above-mentioned website. Please apply only by using the online application form.
Contact Information - For further information, please contact: Palau de les Arts 'Reina Sofia'; Orchestra Department (+34 961975800); Autopista del Saler, 1-46013 Valencia - Spain
Email - orquestra@lesarts.com
Website - www.lesarts.com/es/audiciones.html

St. Paul Chamber Orchestra

Principal Timpani
Resume Date - No later than September 1, 2008
Audition Date - May 31-June 1, 2009
Salary/Benefits - Minimum salary for the 08-09 season $73,732.00
General Information - The successful candidate will not only be a specialized timpanist, but will be able to play percussion as needed and act as a resource for further percussion needs. Please check our web site after Nov. 1st for details. The St. Paul Chamber Orchestra is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information - Mail, e-mail (pdf or word document only), or fax (see below) your resume to: Kelly MacLennan, Orchestra Personnel Manager; The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra; Third Floor, The Historic Hamm Building, 408 Saint Peter St.; St. Paul, MN 55102-1497
Fax - 651-292-3281
Email - auditions@spcomail.org
Website - www.thespco.org

Canadian Forces Music Branch

Percussion (Drum Set Specialty)
Resume Date - Recordings for the preliminary round are due August 1, 2008
Audition Date - Final auditions October 20-31, 2008
Salary/Benefits - $51,000-$58,000. Full benefits including paid vacation, extensive health and dental coverage, exceptional pension plan, group insurance, family support services and parental leave.
General Information - The Canadian Forces Music Branch announces auditions for Regular Force musician positions.
Secondary instrumental skills considered an asset. The Canadian Forces will assume travel, meal and accommodation costs for candidates invited to final auditions.
Contact Information - For more information about the application process, submission of recordings, or new audition procedure, please call, e-mail, or view or web site.
Phone - 1-866-994-0422
Email - heslip.gm@forces.gc.ca
Website - www.forces.gc.ca/dhh/music

Fort Wayne Phillharmonic

Principal Percussion
Resume Date - August 1, 2008
Audition Date - Pending the outcome of local auditions, national auditions will be held on September 2-3, 2008 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Starting Date - 2008-09 season
Salary/Benefits - 2008-09 salary is $788.27 for 38 weeks. Philharmonic pays 70% of health insurance premiums and contributes 6% AFM-EP pension.
General Information - Employment information, audition schedule and repertoire will be mailed on receipt of resume.
Contact Information - Highly qualified applicants please send or e-mail a typed, one-page resume and typed cover letter (no tapes) to: David Cooke, Personnel Manager; Fort Wayne Philharmonic; 2340 Fairfield Avenue; Fort Wayne, IN 46807.
Email - dcooke@fortwaynephilharmonic.com

Second Percussion Resume Date - August 1, 2008
Audition Date - Pending the outcome of local auditions, national auditions will be held on September 2-3, 2008 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Starting Date - 2008-09 season
Salary/Benefits - 2008-09 salary is $654.12 for 38 weeks. Philharmonic pays 70% of health insurance premiums and contributes 6% AFM-EP pension.
General Information - Employment information, audition schedule and repertoire will be mailed on receipt of resume.
Contact Information - Highly qualified applicants please send or e-mail a typed, one-page resume and typed cover letter (no tapes) to: David Cooke, Personnel Manager; Fort Wayne Philharmonic; 2340 Fairfield Avenue; Fort Wayne, IN 46807.
Email - dcooke@fortwaynephilharmonic.com

San Diego Symphony Orchestra

Principal Percussion, and Percussion/Timpani
Resume Date - 30 days prior to audition date
Audition Date - October 19-21
General Information - Due to our backstage renovation, the Principal Percussion and Section Violin audition dates have to be changed, as shown below. Please e-mail, mail, or fax a one-page resume. Audition information is posted on our website.
Contact Information - San Diego Symphony; 1245 7th Avenue; San Diego, CA 92101
Fax - 619-235-0005
Email - auditions@sandiegosymphony.org
Website - www.sandiegosymphony.com

Southwest Florida Symphony

Section Percussion
Audition Date - September 6, 2008
Salary/Benefits - $105.00 per service
General Information - The Southwest Florida Symphony is a regional per service orchestra serving Ft. Myers and the great Lee County community. Repertoire will not be given over the phone but can be given via e-mail. Auditions are in Ft. Myers, FL
Contact Information - Qualified musicians should send a one page resume to: Southwest Florida Symphony; Attn: Personnel Manager; 4560 Via Royale, Suite 2; Fort Myers, FL 33919 or e-mail below.
Email - aalbanese@swflso.org

West Virginia Symphony Orchestra

Principal Percussion
Resume Date - August 15, 2008
Audition Date - Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Starting Date - As soon as the winning candidates' schedules permit.
Salary/Benefits - $117 per service
Services - 71 service guarantee
General Information - All auditions are in Charleston, WV. The WVSO is a per-service orchestra. If a vacant position is offered to a current member of the orchestra, the resulting vacancy may be offered to a runner-up. Auditionees must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States at the time of the audition. Equal Opportunity Employer. Contact Information - To apply, please send brief resume to: Robert Turizziani - Personnel Manager; WVSO; PO Box 2292, Charleston, WV 25328. Or via email.
Email - rturizziani@wvsymphony.org
Website - www.wvsymphony.org

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