Section Cello

Music Opportunities; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 3,500 - 5,425; Full time

Job summary

Rockford Symphony Orchestra invites musicians to audition for the Section Cello, with auditions scheduled on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at the Coronado Theatre. Applications are due by Thursday, October 1, 2026.

The orchestra offers roughly 35 services per season and compensates players at $100 per service, with travel stipends available for those living more than 30 miles away, capped at $55 per service. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on the audition date.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States on the audition date.
• Audition for Rockford Symphony Orchestra Section Cello with dates provided.
• Submit applications by October 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Perform as Section Cello across approximately 35 services per season.
• Follow travel stipend policy for eligible candidates (>30 miles from a venue, up to $55 per service).

Skills

Audition experience

Job description

The Rockford Symphony Orchestra is seeking a Section Cello player, with auditions scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the Coronado Theatre. Interested candidates must submit their applications by Thursday, October 1, 2026. The orchestra is located about 1½ hours from downtown Chicago and offers around 35 services each season.Musicians will be compensated at a rate of $100.00 per service, with additional travel stipends available for those living more than 30 miles from any RSO venue, capped at $55 per service. The orchestra is represented by the Chicago Federation of Musicians, Local 10-208, which is part of the American Federation of Musicians.Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on the audition date. For any inquiries, please contact Personnel Manager Michael Zielinski at [e-mail].