Principal Flute

Music Opportunities; Bozeman, Northern (MT, KY); Hybrid; USD 9,000 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Travel reimbursement

Accommodations on request

Job summary

The Bozeman Symphony is seeking a Principal Flute through an audition process. The season includes seven classical subscription concerts, two special performances aimed at new audiences, collaborations with the Montana Ballet Company, and various smaller ensemble programs.

Members are encouraged to engage in educational and community outreach performances across Montana. Rehearsals are typically 4-6 per cycle, starting on Tuesdays, with 2-3 performances from Friday to Sunday, totaling around

Qualifications

• Audition process required for Principal Flute.
• Season includes seven classical subscription concerts, two special performances for new audiences, and collaborations with the Montana Ballet Company.
• Educational and community outreach performances across Montana are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Principal Flute in Bozeman Symphony for scheduled season.
• Rehearsals typically 4-6 per concert cycle, starting on Tuesdays, with 2-3 performances Fri–Sun.
• Participate in educational and community outreach projects.

Job description

The Bozeman Symphony is seeking a Principal Flute through an audition process. The symphony's concert season includes seven classical subscription concerts, two special performances aimed at new audiences, collaborations with the Montana Ballet Company, and various smaller ensemble programs. Members are encouraged to engage in educational and community outreach performances across Montana. Each concert cycle typically involves 4-6 rehearsals starting on Tuesdays, followed by 2-3 performances from Friday to Sunday, totaling around 85-90 services per season. Rehearsals are usually held in the evenings at the Willson Auditorium in Bozeman.Compensation for the Principal Flute position is set at $105 per service for the 2026-2027 season, with additional mileage reimbursement for Montana residents and travel reimbursement for out-of-state musicians. Accommodations during concert weeks can be arranged upon request. The audition will be conducted at Reynolds Recital Hall on the Montana State University campus and will consist of 2-3 rounds, depending on the committee's decision. A warm-up space will be provided for candidates.