Careers & Auditions

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The Charlotte Symphony is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants of diverse background 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.

Open Staff Positions

No open positions at this time.
     

Upcoming Auditions

Principal Double Bass

Audition Dates: March 9-11, 2025
Applications Due: February 7, 2025
Required Repertoire

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ABOUT THE POSITION

Employment for the Principal Double Bass position is available starting September 2025.

• The minimum weekly salary for this position during the 2025-2026 Season will be $1, 573.88.

The 2025-2026 Season is 39 weeks, including an optional 4-week Summer Season.  Benefits include three weeks' paid vacation, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance with 90% employer premium 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 "Bass Audition" in the subject of your email.
• Mail: Charlotte Symphony - Orchestra Personnel Manager, 128 S. Tryon Street, Suite 350, Charlotte, NC 28202.

Resumes and audition deposits are not required. No telephone calls please.