Clarinet

Music Opportunities; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

The Karajan Academy of the Berlin Philharmonic invites applications for a clarinet position open to young musicians in Berlin. This is a structured program aimed at developing talent within a world-class orchestral environment.

Applicants must be under 27 as of April 1, 2027 and must submit CV, certificates, and a diploma or enrollment confirmation, plus a Mozart concerto video (K.622) following the guidelines. The audition is scheduled for December 11, 2026, at 14:00.

Qualifications

• CV, certificates and a diploma or enrollment confirmation required.
• Video recording of Mozart's Clarinet Concerto (K.622) mandatory with submission guidelines.
• Audition date Dec 11, 2026 at 14:00 in Kammermusiksaal, Philharmonie Berlin.
• Applications open until Oct 30, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Perform in audition as a clarinetist in a prestigious setting.
• Collaborate with pianist provided by the academy.
• Ensure media (video audio) is linked from third-party services for review.
• Develop as a young musician within the Berlin Philharmonic ecosystem.

Skills

Musical performance

Clarinet proficiency

Ensemble playing

Education

Diploma in Music

Enrollment confirmation

Tools

Clarinet

Job description

# ClarinetKarajan-Akademie der Berliner Philharmoniker•Berlin, GermanyApply / Visit WebsiteAbout this opportunityThe Karajan Academy of the Berlin Philharmonic is offering a position for a clarinetist. The application period runs until October 30, 2026. Candidates must be under 27 years old as of April 1, 2027, and are required to submit a CV, certificates, and a diploma or current enrollment confirmation. Additionally, a video performance of Mozart's Clarinet Concerto in A major, K. 622 is mandatory, with specific guidelines for submission.The audition will take place on December 11, 2026, at 14:00 in the Kammermusiksaal of the Philharmonie Berlin. Candidates will perform required pieces including works by Mozart, Weber, Beethoven, and Mendelssohn. A pianist will be provided for accompaniment, although candidates may bring their own.Candidates are also encouraged to submit optional audio files, and all media must be linked from third-party services like YouTube or Vimeo for internal review purposes. The position is part of the German system and is aimed at developing young musicians in a prestigious environment.Additional linksApplicationDeadlineOct 30, 2026Work settingIn-personLocationBerlin, GermanyStart dateNot specifiedCheck the official website for the most current details.Audition date(s)Dec 11, 2026CompensationPer month1100 EURJob typePerformanceContract typeInternship/ApprenticeshipInstrumentsClarinet