Nordic Chamber Orchestra, principal flute

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Nordic Chamber Orchestra, principal flute

The Nordic Chamber Orchestra, a part of Scenkonst Västernorrland, is looking for a principal flute with some duty to play 2nd flute and subsidiary instruments for the Nordic Chamber Orchestra and the Nordic Chamber Ensemble.

Scenkonst Västernorrland includes the Nordic Chamber Orchestra, the Nordic Chamber Ensemble and the Nordic Wind Quintet. Additionally, under the brand Musik Västernorrland, we collaborate with and support the independent music scene in the Västernorrland region.

Learn more about us here: www.musikvasternorrland.se.

Job description

The position as principal flutist in the Nordic Chamber Orchestra, is a permanent full-time job, which means that you currently work 70% in the Nordic Chamber Orchestra and 30% in the Nordic Chamber Ensemble.

The Nordic Chamber Orchestra's wind players have a flexible working method where you, as principal, have a certain obligation to rotate in agreement with co-principal. As principal flutist, you therefore have some obligation to play 2nd flute.

As a member of the Nordic Chamber Ensemble, you will participate in planning chamber music productions and perform for audiences of all ages, including children, youth, and the elderly. Therefore, strong verbal communication skills with colleagues and audiences are required. The ensemble repertoire may also include playing piccola and/or alto flute.

The Nordic Chamber Orchestra and its ensembles are part of Musik Västernorrland's regional music, which include touring in the Västernorrland region.

Your profile

We are looking for a musician with higher education in music and professional-level experience in orchestral and ensemble performance.

We value diversity and strive for a representation that reflects all backgrounds and perspectives.

Terms of Employment

Permanent position with a probationary period of 6-12 months

Full-time employment (100%)

Position based in Sundsvall

Evening and weekend work required

Start date: As agreed

Application and audition

Send your application in the form of a CV/résumé to jobb@scenkonstvasternorrland.se

The application must contain:

• Name

• Nationality

• Telephone number

• E-mail

• Attached CV/résumé

• Relevant links to websites (optional)

Please note that we only accept applications via e-mail.

The application deadline is May 1, 2026.

Audition

The audition will take place on June 16-17, 2026, at Musik Västernorrland's facilities in Sundsvall. A personal invitation will be sent to the email address provided in your application no later than May 15 2026, along with sheet music and detailed information.

A pianist will be provided for the audition. Please note that travel and accommodation expenses will not be reimbursed.

Required works

W.A. Mozart: Flute Concerto No. 1, KV 313

1st movement with cadenza

2nd movement without cadenza

Orchestral excerpts and ensemble audition with the chamber ensemble