Opus Orchestra is seeking musicians of all orchestral instruments to add to our Priority Player List.

Auditions will take place on Sunday, Oct 8, 2023

Entries close Friday, 29 September, 2023

Application Procedure

Email the address below and provide your Full Name, Instrument, and CV.

Review the Audition Requirements and learn the appropriate excerpts.

Confirmation of auditions and further instructions will be sent to candidates within 72 hours after the closing date.

Recorded auditions can be requested. Please email info@opusorchestra.co.nz

All pieces are required to be played unaccompanied.

Please prepare all excerpts according to the cuts.

Violin

Viola

Cello

Double Bass

Flute

Clarinet

Bassoon

Horn

Trumpet

Trombone

In addition to the excerpts please prepare a concerto movement or equivalent

If your instrument is not listed please contact info@opusorchestra.co.nz and we will send you the necessary excerpts.

General Manager

c. 0.5 FTE (20 hours p/w) depending on candidate

Role:

Reporting to the Board, the General Manager takes overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the orchestra and works closely with the Board and Music Director on the strategic planning, financial management and artistic direction of the organisation. You will be required to travel across the region several times a year for meetings and during concert tours.

We offer:

A key leadership role within a respected regional arts organization.

A flexible and autonomous work schedule, working from home.

Engagement with a vibrant arts community and the opportunity to support both established and emerging musical talent.

We are looking for:

An organized, detail-oriented individual with a strong track record in arts administration and leadership.

Someone living in the Waikato or Bay of Plenty Region with a passion for the arts in their community and the ability to build professional networks and relationships across the region.

A candidate who is self-motivated and comfortable working independently from home.

A team player who can work collaboratively in an online environment.

Terms:

This is a fixed-term contract for 1 year, with the potential to transition into a permanent role. While the position is part-time, we are open to discussing the specific hours to suit the successful candidate’s needs. Salary $75,000-$80,000 pro rata.

Application Process:

To apply, please email a CV and a cover letter to the Chair of Opus Orchestra, Bronya Dean, at board@opusorchestra.co.nz. Applications close on Sunday 12th May, 2024.