Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra

Auditions for open or substitute positions in the orchestra are held annually. For information about auditions, or for substitute positions which may become available throughout the year, please contact the Orchestral Manager.

THE HENDERSONVILLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Thomas Joiner, Music Director & Conductor

Announces Open Auditions – 2010/2011 Season

Substitute strings - all sections*
* With Viola & Bass of particular interest

Substitute winds and brass - all sections
*Except for flute

Audition Date: Monday, June 7th 2010
Location: Trinity Presbyterian Church, Hendersonville

Interested candidates must fill out an Audition Application, available from the Audition Coordinator or from our website.The repertoire list and additional information will be sent to candidates upon receipt of a completed
application, a one-page resume, and a check for $25 made payable to the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra.
Checks will be refunded at the time of the audition.

Audition Application
Audition Reference Form
Audition Repertoire

Part Time Job Opportunity with the Hendersonville Symphony

POSITION TITLE: Stage Manager 1

RESPONSIBILITIES: Transportation of percussion instruments and concert equipment to/from storage areas to rehearsal and concert venues; assist with stage setup for rehearsals and concerts; liaison to Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) support staff during concerts; care and maintenance of HSO equipment as specified.

REQUIREMENTS: Valid driver’s license and insured, reliable vehicle; eligibility to rent a truck or trailer; reliable working cell phone; regular access to email; willingness and ability to move furniture (chairs, tables) as well as musical equipment (drums, music stands, etc.) without difficulty; schedule flexibility during concert weeks; reliable, congenial personality with strong communications skills.

OTHER: Knowledge of musical instruments a plus, though not required.

WORK SCHEDULE: The work is scheduled around the concert and rehearsal schedules. Hours will vary depending on the number of performances per concert event. There are five regularly scheduled HSO concerts and two Public School Education Concerts. Two of the five regularly scheduled concerts may have more than one performance. The Stage Manager 1 hours will vary by event but the number of hours per scheduled concert require a minimum of 12 hours and a maximum of 26.

COMPENSATION: $1750/season.

APPLICATION: Please send a cover letter, a one-page resume, and the names and contact information for three references to: Cathy Walgenbach, HSO Orchestral Manager, PO Box 1811, Hendersonville, NC 28793. Applications should be submitted ASAP as we hope to fill the position by May 15th.

For further information, please contact the HSO Office at 828-697-5884, or the Orchestral Manager at cawalgenbach@att.net or 828-674-1561.

Send to:
Audition Coordinator
Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra
PO Box 1811
Hendersonville , NC 28793
Phone: (828) 697-0592
Email: cawalgenbach@att.net
Website: www.hendersonvillesymphony.org

The Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an employer with zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment in the workplace.