The MSO is currently auditioning for full-time positions in all string sections, as well as select openings
in horn, trumpet, and percussion. Musicians in other wind and percussion sections are welcome to apply to be
placed on our substitute list. For questions, please
contact personnel@manassassymphony.org.
Qualified candidates will have some experience playing in a symphony orchestra, some familiarity with
standard orchestral repertoire, acceptable sight-reading skills, and the availability to attend scheduled
rehearsals and concerts for the season.
Strings
Orchestral excerpt: Bizet's Carmen Suite – The Toréadors, from
the MSO program in May 2025. All excerpts are available here.
Violinists may
prepare either Violin I or Violin II parts, but must prepare Violin I to be
considered for that section. Play the entire excerpt for your section, including repeats.
Solo piece: An excerpt a concerto from the standard repertoire or
sophisticated etude of applicants choice (3-5 minutes ‐ may be
portion(s) of a longer work). Choices should showcase applicant's ability to play well.
Winds and Percussion
Two solo pieces, preferably excerpts a concerto from the standard repertoire, extended
orchestral excerpts, or sophisticated etudes that shows contrasting styles, of applicants choice (2-3
minutes each ‐ may be portion(s) of a longer work). Choices should demonstrate range and showcase
applicant's ability to play well.
Register to Audition
Interested musicians should scan the QR code to complete the audition registration form. The form can
also be found here:
Manassas Symphony Audition Interest
Good luck! We look forward to meeting you and hearing you play!