Associate Principal Viola

Opera Australia Orchestra - Associate Principal Viola

The Opera Australia Orchestra is a specialist opera and ballet orchestra established in 1967. Resident at the Sydney Opera House, the orchestra performs a wide range of opera, ballet and music theatre, collaborating closely with singers, conductors and dancers to shape each performance in the moment. 

Expression of Interest

We are seeking expressions of interest for the permanent position of Associate Principal Viola. 

Remuneration

Package starting from A$124,365 per annum  This is comprised of a salary ranging from A$108,995-$131,702 plus 12% superannuation, and relevant allowances. The orchestra has 4 weeks of annual leave each year  

Eligibility    

This position is open to applicants of all nationalities  

Application closing date  

Monday 4 January 2027, 5pm AEST 

How to Apply 

To submit a complete expression of interest for the position, applicants must:

1. Complete the application form, including a current CV. Excerpts will be shared by email shortly after receiving your application.

2. Submit an audio-visual recording of the required concerto and orchestral excerpts by 4 January 2027. Submission instructions can be found on the last page of the information pack. 

EOI Process   

Submissions will be reviewed by the panel after the closing date and a small number of applicants may be invited to Sydney to undertake a pre-trial. The pretrial comprises approximately three weeks rehearsing and performing one opera and a 30-minute recital.  

Recorded submission requirements 

Applicants must prepare and submit one concerto and three excerpts: Choice of either – with piano accompaniment 1.  Stamitz Concerto in D, Op.1 or  Hoffmeister Concerto in D – exposition and development  (no cadenza) 

The following orchestral excerpts:

2. Delibes, Coppelia, La Paix, Act III 3. Berg, Lulu, Act II  4. Strauss, Arabella, Act I 

Further information about the company can be found by clicking on this LINK