First Oboe

Music Opportunities; Firenze; Hybrid; EUR 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Music Opportunities invites applications for the permanent position of First Oboe in Florence, Italy. The competition includes three rounds: anonymous preliminary, second elimination, and final. Preliminary rounds run at Teatro Verdi, Florence, on December 10–12, 2026; final on December 15, 2026 at Teatro della Pergola.

Candidates must apply online by December 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Eligibility requires 18+, Italian/EU citizenship or Italy residence permit, and a recognized conservatory degree.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or diploma from a recognized conservatory (instrument: oboe).
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have Italian or EU citizenship or residence permit, and present valid ID.

Education

Conservatory degree or diploma

Job description

# First OboeOrchestra della Toscana•Florence, ItalyApply / Visit WebsiteContactAbout this opportunityThe Fondazione Orchestra Regionale Toscana is conducting a competition for the permanent role of First Oboe, which includes the obligation to play English horn. The competition will consist of three rounds: an anonymous preliminary round, a second elimination round, and a final round. The preliminary rounds will take place at the Teatro Verdi in Florence on December 10, 11, and 12, 2026, while the final round is scheduled for December 15, 2026, at the Teatro della Pergola.Candidates must submit their applications online by December 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM. The application must be completed in full, and candidates will receive an email confirmation of their submission. The foundation emphasizes equal employment opportunities and will not accept applications submitted through any means other than the specified online form.To be eligible, candidates must be at least 18 years old, hold Italian or EU citizenship, or have a residence permit in Italy if from outside the EU. They must also possess a relevant degree or diploma from a recognized conservatory. The competition will be conducted in accordance with the foundation's regulations, and candidates are required to present a valid ID and the necessary materials for the exam program during the auditions.DeadlineDec 1, 2026Work settingIn-personLocationFlorence, ItalyStart dateNot specifiedCheck the official website for the most current details.Audition date(s)Dec 10 to Dec 15, 2026CompensationNot specifiedCheck the official website for the most current details.Job typePerformanceContract typeOtherInstrumentsOboe