Vacancy tutti 1st violin

We are an orchestra from and for everyone. We continually push our boundaries by seeking new challenges that touch people of all ages in heart, mind, and soul. We are known for our grand symphonic concerts, but we are also creators. We develop new concert formats in unexpected locations. We take pride in our educational programs. Small ensembles visit elementary schools to let students experience live classical music. In theaters, primary and secondary school students meet the entire symphony orchestra and actively participate in our performances. The orchestra is led by our chief conductor, Duncan Ward. From Eindhoven and Maastricht, we are connected to all residents of Limburg, North Brabant, and Zeeland, as well as far beyond, both nationally and internationally. With our music, we aim to surprise. We provide everyone with unforgettable moments of happiness. We are the symphony orchestra of the South.

We are looking for:
Tutti 1st Violin (2 x 75%)
Audition June 10, 2026 - Muziekgebouw Eindhoven

What can Philzuid offer?  
A contract for a certain period of time, the so-called trial period, within which two evaluations will take place. In the case of mutual contentment and positive assessments, the contract will be prolonged. Primary and secondary employment conditions are based upon the collective labour agreements for Dutch orchestras. Furthermore, we offer many opportunities for further self-development as a musician or schooling in other activities that contribute to a sustainable employability.

Application and pre selection 
The application consists of a CV, a motivation letter, and a video recording, all of which will be reviewed by the curriculum selection committee. By uploading and submitting the video recording via Muvac, the applicant confirms having read this information and agrees to the processing of the video for the purpose of the curriculum selection procedure. The video will not be used for any other purpose and will be deleted after 
30 days, in accordance with applicable privacy legislation.

The required piece for this video recording is Don Juan by R. Strauss (see the attachment in Muvac). The video must be recorded in one take using a standard recording device (e.g. a smartphone) and uploaded via Muvac.

The application can be uploaded via www.muvac.com until April 8, 2026. In week 18 the candidates will be informed whether or not they will be invited to the live audition on June 10, 2026. The candidates who pass the pre selection will receive an invitation for the live audition along with the requested orchestral excerpts.

Audition 
The audition will take place on June 10, 2026 in Muziekgebouw Eindhoven and consists of three rounds. Progression to each following round is by means of the trial committee’s assessment. For each round, you may be asked to play several orchestral excerpts. Along with the invitation, you will receive your login details, which you can use to download the sheet music. 

Obligatory pieces live audition:
- Mozart Violin concerto no 4 or 5: 1st movement exposition without cadenza  
- A romantic concerto 1st movement without cadenza, choosing from following composers: Beethoven, Mendelssohn e minor, Brahms, Tchaikovsky or Sibelius. 

Piano accompaniment will be provided by Philzuid but candidates can bring their own piano accompaniment.

Further information
The selection committee retains its right to make a pre-selection of candidates based on the provided, textual information. Compensation and benefits will be determined according to the national collective labour agreements of Dutch orchestras. In the recruitment and selection process, Philzuid observes the Law on Employment and Foreign Nationals (Wav) and related laws and regulations. For this reason, the vacancy is only open to residents from EU member states, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein (EEA) and Switzerland, or musicians who hold a residence permit that shows there are no restrictions on working in the Netherlands.

Response
For this position you can only apply via www.muvac.com until April 8, 2026.