Slovak Philharmonic Tutti Viola Vacancy: €1,550 Minimum Salary, Apply by 11 November
An employed orchestral viola position in Bratislava
The Slovak Philharmonic seeks a tutti player for its viola section, with the audition scheduled for 24 November 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the Slovak Philharmonic Concert Hall, Bratislava. Applications accompanied by an artistic CV must reach the organisation by 11 November 2026, either by email or post. A university degree in the relevant field is required under the published notice. The base salary is listed as a minimum of €1,550, with the actual salary to be adjusted for qualifications and experience.
Required viola repertoire
The audition begins with the first movement, including cadenza, of either Hoffmeister's Viola Concerto in D major or a concerto by K. F. Stamitz. The next part allows the first movement from Bartók, Walton or Hindemith's Der Schwanendreher. Orchestra passages draw on Beethoven's Symphony No. 5, Brahms's Haydn Variations, Bruckner's Fourth, Tchaikovsky's Sixth, Mozart overtures and Strauss's Don Juan. Download the instrument-specific excerpt archive offered on the official announcement.
Practical arrangements and costs
The Philharmonic provides a piano accompanist, tuned to A=442, while candidates may bring their own accompanist at personal expense. Applicants should budget for travel and lodging without assuming reimbursement. This particular 24 November audition is for a tutti seat, not the separately advertised first-player viola job with a December audition and a different minimum salary. Send identifying documents only through the employer's official process.
About the Slovak Philharmonic
The Slovak Philharmonic is an established national concert organisation in the historic Reduta complex in Bratislava. It presents symphonic programmes, chamber music and major cultural events, including the Bratislava Music Festival. Its recruitment notices publish salary minimums and specific repertoires, enabling candidates to assess the opportunity before paying for travel. Verify work eligibility and final contract language directly with the personnel office.
Official organiser rules and entry
Checked 23 October 2026. Reconfirm the current deadline, repertoire, eligibility, financial conditions and contact details with the organiser before applying.