1st Clarinet

Music Opportunities; Graz; Hybrid; EUR 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graz Philharmonic is seeking a 1st clarinetist who will also handle clarinets in C, Es, and D, and perform saxophone duties. The ensemble operates under Opernhaus Graz GmbH, a major multi-genre venue with approximately 300 performances annually and a large staff, making it one of Austria’s leading opera houses.

Auditions are set for December 2–3, 2026 following the October 31, 2026 application deadline.

Qualifications

• The position is for a 1st clarinet player.
• Candidate will cover clarinets in C, Es (E-flat) and D.
• Saxophone duties are part of the role.
• Auditions scheduled for December 2–3, 2026; application deadline is October 31, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Play as 1st clarinet in the Graz Philharmonic.
• Cover C, Es, and D clarinets as needed.
• Perform saxophone duties when required.

Skills

1st Clarinet

Clarinet in C

Clarinet in Es

Clarinet in D

Saxophone

Job description

The Graz Philharmonic is looking for a 1st Clarinet player who will also handle C, Es, and D clarinets, along with saxophone duties. The position is part of the Opernhaus Graz GmbH, which is a multi-genre venue hosting opera, operetta, musical concerts, and ballet performances. The house produces approximately 10 new productions each season and hosts around 300 performances annually, attracting around 180,000 visitors and employing over 350 staff members, making it one of the largest opera houses in Austria.

The application deadline is October 31, 2026, and auditions are scheduled for December 2 and 3, 2026. Details regarding the audition location and time will be provided after the application deadline. The required piece for the audition is Mozart's Clarinet Concerto, and additional audition materials will be communicated with the invitation.

Compensation is based on the applicable collective agreement, with a gross monthly salary of EUR 3,339 (14 times a year), plus a functional allowance of EUR 650.40 (14 times a year), an additional allowance for secondary instruments of EUR 344.80 (14 times a year), and an instrument allowance including future security of EUR 260.20 (12 times a year), before considering any applicable prior service times.