Careers & Auditions
Be part of a leading arts organization that strives to make our community a better place to live. We believe in the power of music to connect and strengthen our community, and we do just that through exceptional musical experiences on and off the stage.
The Charlotte Symphony is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Different makes us better.
The Charlotte Symphony is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Different makes us better.
Staff Positions
| Director of Artistic Planning |
| The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra seeks an experienced, self-motivated, and dynamic Director of Artistic Planning to lead our artistic planning and programming efforts culminating in over 175 performances each season. Learn more |
Orchestra Auditions
Second Trumpet |
| Audition Date: May 31 - June 2, 2026 Application Due: May 1, 2026 - There is one full-time, tenure track position available - Employment for the Second Trumpet position is available starting September 2026 - The minimum weekly salary for Second Trumpet is $1,377.15 - Benefits include three weeks' paid vacation, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance with 90% employer contribution, instrument insurance, $360 Electronic Media Guarantee and 8.72% employer contribution to AFM/Employer's Pension plan |
To Apply
Highly qualified applicants should express an interest in auditioning by:
- Email: auditions@charlottesymphony.org
- Please type "Second Trumpet" in the subject of your email
- Resumes are not required and will not be collected or screened
The Charlotte Symphony encourages applicants from backgrounds that have been historically underrepresented in the orchestral field.
The Charlotte Symphony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auditions are open to all; however, employment with the Charlotte Symphony is contingent upon U.S. citizenship or lawful immigration status with authorization to work in the United States. This documentation must be provided by the employment start date.
The Charlotte Symphony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auditions are open to all; however, employment with the Charlotte Symphony is contingent upon U.S. citizenship or lawful immigration status with authorization to work in the United States. This documentation must be provided by the employment start date.
