Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Resident Fellowship

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra•Cincinnati, OH

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra's Fellowship Program is a rigorous, excellence-driven training program designed to prepare exceptional early-career/post-graduate musicians for success in national auditions with major symphonic orchestras. Fellows benefit from meaningful mentorship, hands-on experience alongside CSO members and significant professional and financial support — all within an environment committed to inclusion and artistic excellence. This is a full-time employment opportunity for one or up to two seasons.

Requirements

Early-career symphonic musicians.
Must have graduated from college, university, or conservatory by September 2027.
Demonstrated commitment to access and inclusion of underserved populations in the arts, learning, and civic leadership.
Candidates may currently hold a position in another orchestra and should be prepared to take a leave of absence if accepted.
Must be willing to join American Federation of Musicians Local #1 if accepted.
Must be solely responsible for having and maintaining authorization to be employed in the United States of America on a full-time basis by May 31, 2027.
Auditioning for: Violin, Viola, Cello, Horn, Trombone, or Percussion.

Responsibilities

Participate in a rigorous, excellence-driven training program.
Gain hands-on experience alongside CSO members.
Benefit from meaningful mentorship.
Prepare for national auditions with major symphonic orchestras.
Demonstrate commitment to access and inclusion of underserved populations in the arts, learning, and civic leadership.
Be willing to join American Federation of Musicians Local #1 if accepted.
Maintain authorization to be employed in the United States on a full-time basis by May 31, 2027.