Clarinet

Music Opportunities; Village of Highland Falls (NY); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Military benefits

Medical and dental benefits

30 days paid vacation

Job summary

The West Point Band in West Point, NY is seeking a full-time clarinet performer to joins its military music program. The role offers a competitive salary and full benefits, with an annual range of $83,617–$95,965 and 30 days of paid vacation.

Applicants must submit an audition packet including a resume, cover letter, and high-quality audio excerpts featuring Mozart, Egner, Gershwin, Coleridge-Taylor, and Eb clarinet pieces from Ravel and Berlioz; audition date is March 8, 2027, with deadline Nov

Qualifications

• Applicants must submit an audition packet that includes a resume, cover letter, and high-quality audio recordings of specific musical excerpts.
• The resume should detail education, performance experience, and references, while the cover letter should highlight additional skills relevant to the position.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a clarinet musician in the West Point Band.
• Prepare audition materials and participate in live round excerpts via email for evaluation.

Skills

Clarinet performance

Audition packet preparation

Musical excerpt analysis

Job description

# ClarinetWest Point Band•West Point, New York, United StatesApply / Visit WebsiteContactAbout this opportunityThe West Point Band is seeking a clarinet performer for a full-time position. The annual salary ranges from $83,617 to $95,965, with full military benefits, including medical, dental, retirement plans, and 30 days of paid vacation each year. The position is located at the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, New York. Applicants must submit an audition packet that includes a resume, cover letter, and high-quality audio recordings of specific musical excerpts. The recordings should include pieces by Mozart, Egner, Gershwin, and Coleridge-Taylor, as well as additional excerpts for Eb clarinet from Ravel and Berlioz. The resume should detail education, performance experience, and references, while the cover letter should highlight additional skills relevant to the position.The application process requires submission via the designated form on the West Point Band's website. The job is expected to start in March 2027, and the application deadline is November 16, 2026. Selected candidates will receive live round excerpts via email for further evaluation.DeadlineNov 16, 2026Work settingIn-personLocationWest Point, New York, United StatesStart dateNot specifiedCheck the official website for the most current details.Audition date(s)Mar 8, 2027CompensationCompensation83617–95965 USDJob typePerformanceContract typeFull time