Sub-Principal 4th Horn, playing 2nd as required

Black Lives in Musi; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The London Philharmonic Orchestra is seeking a Sub-Principal 4th Horn (playing 2nd as required). The successful candidate will play as required by orchestration and work in accordance with the Orchestra’s schedule.

Live auditions will be held on 11 and 12 January 2027 in London. Shortlisting will be based on redacted CVs, with potential for an extra audio-visual submission to assess progression. Recordings will be submitted via Musicalchairs and listened to anonymously by the panel.

Responsibilities

• Play as required by orchestration and in accordance with the Orchestra’s schedule.
• Undertake auditions and trial work as part of the selection process.
• May be considered for future extra work and guest engagements at panel discretion.

Job description

Sub-Principal 4th Horn, playing 2nd as required

Career stage: Mid-Level

The London Philharmonic Orchestra is seeking to appoint a Sub-Principal 4th Horn (playing 2nd as required). The successful candidate will play as required by orchestration and work in accordance with the Orchestra’s schedule.

Shortlisting will be based on redacted CVs. The panel may, however, request an extra submission of an audio-visual recording should they feel there is potential for further progression. We will contact you if you are required to do this. Recordings will be submitted via Musicalchairs and will be listened to anonymously by the panel.

Live auditions will be held on 11 and 12 January 2027 in London.

Successful candidates from the live audition round will be invited to undertake trial work with the orchestra on dates that can be mutually agreed upon; additionally, at the discretion of the panel, candidates may also be considered for future extra work with the orchestra.

Exceptional candidates may be invited to undertake some assessed guest work with the orchestra. All candidates will be required to do an audition, which can be scheduled during this guest work or on one of the audition dates listed above.

Location

London

Competitive rate

Contract Type

Full-time, permanent

Apply by

Fri 9 Oct, 2026