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AUDITION: Second Clarinet

London Symphonia consists of a core group of 30 musicians. We have a vacancy for Second Clarinet.

London Symphonia operates under a collective bargaining agreement with the London Musician’s Association, Local 279. London Symphonia Musicians are members of the Canadian Federation of Musicians. Applicants must either be Canadian citizens or have the requisite permits making them eligible to work in Canada. London Symphonia performs 8 main series concerts per season, with additional education and outreach services, sold services and recordings. Core members have the first right of refusal for this work, and Second Clarinet has first right of refusal for Principal Clarinet services in the event of an absence. The current 3-year contract extends to the end of the 2024-2025 season. This position is a per service contract position with a guaranteed 10 services per annum - 45 services in total over the three year term of the union agreement. The per service rate for the 2023-2024 season is $137, plus 10% pension. London Symphonia is a signatory to the Integrated Media Agreement for Canada (IMAC).

The winner of this audition must be available to begin work in the 2024-25 Season, and first right of refusal begins immediately once the vacancy is filled.

We are holding in person auditions on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at our primary venue Metropolitan United Church, located at 468 Wellington St., London, ON. Candidates are responsible for arranging their own travel and all associated costs of attendance at the audition.

London Symphonia is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants are asked to make their needs known in advance at the time of application. London Symphonia is committed to principles of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and as such, all audition rounds will be conducted behind a screen. 

Application deadline is

March 27, 2024 at 5:00pm

Highly qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for an audition through our online application portal.

Applicants are required to submit a ONE-PAGE resume and a $50 deposit, which is refundable for all who arrive on time or cancel giving a minimum 48 hours notice.

Follow this link to download the list of the audition material to be prepared. Please follow this link to download a copy of the excerpts.

If you have any questions prior to submitting your application please email kate@londonsymphonia.ca