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Recording and Application Due: 18 October 2026 Live Audition by Invitation: 04 December 2026 Live auditions will be held in Millington, TN. Navy Fleet Bands are seeking versatile musicians capable of playing in a wide range of musical styles at the highest professional standards. Our auditions are designed to reflect the variety of repertoire musicians are likely to perform in our ensembles. Audition instructions/materials and online application can be found at www.navyband.navy.mil/fbauditions. See the link below to watch the Navy Fleet Bands Podcast!

After announcing the departure of founding bassoonist Ryan Reynolds, Akropolis seeks a new, permanent bassoonist, the first personnel change in its 18-year history. Please see links for full job posting, application portal, and excerpt packet. Time: Average of 100 days annually, inclusive of all work days including travel, rehearsal, performances, and workshops. Location: May live anywhere within the continental United States or be willing to relocate to the continental United States. Salary: $50,000, paid twice monthly for 12 months The organization pays all travel expenses associated with being a member of the ensemble including transportation, meals, and lodging. Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, pre-tax FSA, vision, dental, disability insurance (short and long term), life insurance, pet insurance, 401(k) available. Akropolis offers 100% Paid Parental Leave. Fringe Benefits: $2,000 in additional reimbursements to support expenses associated with child care, pet care, instrument care, instrument equipment purchases, etc. Round 1 Online Submission: Due November 30, 2026, notification by December 4, 2026 Round 2 In-person Rehearsal + Interview Round: January 4-8, 2027 in Michigan with the quintet Round 3 Concert Round: Selected candidates will be invited to perform with Akropolis Feb-April, 2027 Please see links for full job posting, application portal, and excerpt packet.

THE POSITION Assistant Principal Bassoon/Contrabassoon Currently, the Bassoon Section consists of two musicians, Principal and Assistant Principal/Contrabassoon. As such, the Assistant Principal Bassoon/Contrabassoon currently performs primarily as Second Bassoon, is responsible for Principal Bassoon when the Principal is not in attendance (typically, at least one opera per season), Contrabassoon whenever required, and any other needed parts in the section. THE CONTRACT In the 2027/2028 season, players will receive: · 22-week contract (late September – late April) · Base rate of $3,346.79/per week (total base pay of $73,629.38) · Additional 10% Principal overscale pay (additional $7,362.94) · Additional 18% vacation pay (additional $14,578.62) · 11.99% pension · Sick and personal time · Year-round health and life insurance (including dental and vision) · Group term life insurance in the amount of $50,000 · Optional pre-taxed deductions for flexible spending, dependent care, and 403(b) retirement savings · Additional paid performance opportunities through various arms of the company (Lyric Unlimited, Musical Theater Initiative, etc.) THE AUDITIONPreliminary Rounds Tuesday, October 27, 2026 Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Thursday, October 29, 2026 Semi-Final and Final Rounds Friday, October 30, 2026 Saturday, October 31, 2026 Note: While the dates reserved for semi-finals and finals will not change, we may not use both days. The final schedule will depend on the number of auditionees advancing from the preliminary round. A candidate who does not initially advance to the semi-final or final round of auditions may be invited to do so at the conclusion of the preliminary and/or semi-final rounds. This candidate will be notified promptly of their invitation to advance. Vacancies resulting from the selection of a current Orchestra member for a principal or assistant principal

The Teatro alla Scala Foundation is holding an international public competition for the position of Principal Bassoon with duty of second, third bassoon and following. This is a permanent position at La Scala orchestra in Milan. The principal bassoon position carries additional responsibilities for second and third bassoon sections as well as other related duties. The audition and examination process will run from 15 July 2026 to 25 October 2026. Candidates must complete a competition application form and prepare specified orchestral excerpts for evaluation.

The Teatro alla Scala Foundation is holding an international public competition for the position of Principal Bassoon with duty of second, third bassoon and following. This is a permanent position at Teatro alla Scala in Milan. The competition will run from 15 July 2026 to 25 October 2026. Candidates must download the full competition notice, complete the application form, and prepare the required excerpts for the audition process. This position carries significant responsibilities within the bassoon section of the orchestra.