The Fellowship program is designed to give young aspiring musicians the best springboard to a career in music.

The 2024 Fellowship program includes:

• A stipend which covers performance calls across mainstage and chamber music performances
• Participation in chamber music performances and mainstage performances at the renewed Sydney Opera House Concert Hall
• A program of professional training and performance activities including mentoring by members of the Sydney Symphony and masterclasses with our guest artists and soloists
• Professional development in the areas of audition, rehearsal and performance preparation, stagecraft, career management as well as providing informed approaches to long-term health and wellbeing.

Eligibility and Requirements:

• The Fellowship program is a year-long commitment and successful candidates will need to be resident in Sydney during their fellowship year
• To fully participate in the opportunities presented throughout the Fellowship, it is highly recommended that you defer your studies or involvement in contending programs should you audition successfully
• Applications are taken from the following instruments: Flute + Piccolo, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Tenor Trombone, Timpani + Percussion, Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass
• Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen
• You must have finished high school and be no older than 29 years by 31 December 2023
• Must have extensive orchestral performance experience.

Questions? Please email auditions@sydneysymphony.com