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Founded in 1932, the Sydney Symphony Orchestra is one of the nation’s flagship cultural institutions. The Orchestra performs more than 120 performances as part of its regular subscription concert season at the Sydney Opera House. We also collaborate with leading producers and agencies to present open-air concerts, broadcasts and streaming content. In addition to mainstage performances we create programs that develop new artists and future audiences to further enrich the cultural lives of our diverse communities.

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Principal Cello

Eligibility This position is open to candidates of all nationalities.
Application closing date Sunday 6 July 2025 11.59pm AEST

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Casual Musician

To express your interest in auditioning for casual musician work with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra (or to be notified when recruitment opens for a position in your instrument) please submit the form below.

There are no set dates for casual auditions. Auditions are scheduled at mutually suitable times throughout the year. Your details will be held on file until the Orchestra has a need for more casual players of your instrument, at which time you will be contacted.

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Live Auditions

Candidates for the following positions are required to apply online using the links below. Where included, the Audition Pack includes information about the live audition, how to submit a recorded audition if you are unable to audition live, information about the position itself and the repertoire requirements.

Principal Trombone

Audition dates: Monday 8 & Tuesday 9 September 2025
Eligibility: This audition is open to all nationalities.
Excerpts publish date: Mid June
Applications close: Friday 1 August 11.59pm AEST
Recorded auditions due: Friday 29 August 11.59pm AEST
*Applicants who have requested a recorded audition will be emailed a link to submit their application.

Set Repertoire
All applicants must prepare 3 set works:

  • Ferdinand David Concertino (1st movement)
  • Frank Martin ‘Ballade’ (until Figure 22)
  • J.G. Albrechtsberger Concerto for Alto Trombone (1st movement)

All applicants must complete the application form below to apply.

Please email any questions to audition.applications@sydneysymphony.com

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