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Metropole Orkest is looking for a Principal Viola (60%).

The Metropole Orkest plays pop, jazz, global and everything in between. By excelling in all those genres we are a driving force and pioneer in the development of today’s  international musical landscape. Rooted in history as one of the cultural icons of the Netherlands, we embrace cultural diversity. The Metropole Orkest engages in groundbreaking experiments and collaborations. Our music has a profound impact on society, enriching and connecting our audience with creative energy, inspiration and emotion. By investing in the future, we inspire young talent and transfer our knowledge. 

Principal Viola (60%)

Auditon: 3 July 2026

As principal viola, you are an outstanding musician with leadership qualities, your own distinctive sound, strong technical skills, and a keen sense of ensemble playing. You actively contribute to realizing the artistic ambitions of the orchestra and feel at home in an environment where creativity, versatility, and excellence come together.

Required repertoire:
First round:
Carl Philipp Stamitz: concert for viola in D, first part until the cadence
or
Rebecca Clarke: Sonata for viola and piano bar 1 – 37

Second round:
Béla Bartók: Concerto for Viola and Orchestra (Serly), first part until the cadence

For the audition, invitations will be issued solely in accordance with regulations to:

  • Dutch musicians;
  • Foreign musicians from within the EEA (all EU countries, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein) or Switzerland;
  • Musicians from outside the EEA and Switzerland who are resident in the Netherlands and are in possession of a statement stating “work freely permitted” or a valid residence permit.


The selection procedure
The selection consists of:

  • Preselection based on the submitted application and a video recording of a piece of your choice (maximum 2 minutes)
  • An audition with two rounds (the first behind a screen);
  • A trial period in Metropole Orkest productions;
  • An interview regarding employment conditions.


Employment conditions:
Initial appointment for 12 months, with the prospect of a permanent position following interim evaluations. Salary is in accordance with the collective labor agreement (CAO) of the Metropole Orkest Foundation.

Interested?
Is this your musical challenge?
Please send your motivation letter with CV (including nationality and date of birth), along with a private YouTube link to a recent and relevant recording of yourself no later than 19 May 2026 to vacature@mo.nl, attn. Sibrinne Troost.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.

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