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One of Asia's leading orchestras, the SSO provides artistic inspiration through its recordings, international tours, outreach and education, chamber music, and over 60 concerts a year. Under the baton of Music Director Hans Graf, the SSO performs at the world-renowned Esplanade Concert Hall and at its long-term home, the Victoria Concert Hall, in Singapore.
The SSO invites applications from outstanding musicians for the following positions, where available.
One of Asia’s leading orchestras, the SSO provides artistic inspiration through a 30-programme subscription series, chamber music, outreach and education, recordings and touring. The SSO, Singapore’s national orchestra, performs at the world-renowned Esplanade Concert Hall and its long-term home, the Victoria Concert Hall.
The SSO invites applications from outstanding musicians for the following position:
PRINCIPAL BASSOON
Salary and Benefits
- Salary will be commensurate with experience and abilities. Annual salary starting from SGD 84,000 to SGD 122,000.
- Low personal income tax between 11.5% and 15% for a tax resident. The tax rate for first bracket of chargeable income of SGD 80,000 is approximately 4.2% and first bracket of chargeable income of SGD 120,000 is approximately 6.7%.
- 52 paid weeks a year, including 6 weeks of paid annual leave in addition to statutory holidays and other leave benefits.
- Medical, dental, work injury compensation, travel insurance and instrument insurance benefits.
- Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents will receive monthly Central Provident Fund (CPF) payments based on prevailing contribution rate. Musicians on Work Passes will receive a monthly allowance, in place of CPF. The monthly allowance is approximately SGD 1,000.
Application and audition requirements:
- Applications must include:
- A completed applicant information form, and
- A copy of your full resumé, and
- Video recordings of the required repertoire.
- Please submit your application form, upload your resume and video recordings here: https://ssoperfor.ms/audition-principal-bassoon
- Closing date for applications: Thursday, 21 September 2023, 23:59 Singapore Time (GMT+8).
- The application form and the audition repertoire can be downloaded here:
- Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a live audition on 24 November 2023 and, if successful, a trial.
- All applicants must be available to accept the position if offered.
- Successful applicants who are offered the position, and have accepted it, should commence work within a reasonable period of the offer. **
The Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) is conducting an international search for a Concertmaster.
The SSO is Singapore’s flagship orchestra and founded in 1979. Over the last 40 years, the full-time professional orchestra has grown in stature and has collaborated with great artistes, such as Neeme Järvi, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Lang Lang, Yo-Yo Ma, Diana Damrau, Janine Jansen, Leonidas Kavakos, Gil Shaham and Martha Argerich. The SSO has toured regularly, with invitations to the BBC Proms, the Prague Spring International Music Festival, and the Dresden Music Festival.
At home, the SSO plays regularly at the Esplanade Concert Hall, Singapore’s premier performance venue, while more intimate concerts are held at the historic Victoria Concert Hall. The well-loved national orchestra also makes community appearances and plays a significant role in concerts for the young.
Interested candidates should possess musicianship of the highest level, to lead the Orchestra to greater artistic heights. The successful candidate may:
- Be associated with a named Chair
- Receive an instrument loan from the orchestra’s donors
- Be recommended for teaching positions
Applicants are asked to submit the following for consideration:
- A cover letter outlining your interest in the position
- A current CV (including education, professional experience and two referees)
- Audio and/or video of recording of solo works (made within the last 2-3 years)
- Video recording of works in a chamber setting (we accept links to high-quality web videos, with indication of the year of recording)
- Video recording of performance with an orchestra (we accept links to high-quality web videos, with indication of the year of recording)
The above materials should be submitted to hr@sso.org.sg.
The SSO invites applications from suitably experienced musicians who wish to be considered for freelance work with one of Asia’s premier orchestras.
Auditions will be held on 28 August 2023 for Strings, Woodwind, Brass, Percussion, Harp.
This audition is only open to candidates who currently have the legal right to work in Singapore.
To apply, please fill up the application form here or via the QR code below and upload your CV.
Please note the audition repertoire below.
Closing date for applications: 14 August 2023, 2359 hrs SGT
Audition Repertoire:
- Flute only / Flute and Piccolo
- Oboe only / Oboe and Cor Anglais
- Clarinet
- Bass Clarinet
- Bassoon / Bassoon and Contrabassoon
- Horn
- Trumpet
- Trombone
- Tuba
- Percussion
- Harp
- Violin
- Viola
- Cello
- Doublebass
For enquiries, please email auditions@sso.org.sg.
A premier body for classical choral singing, the Singapore Symphony Choruses comprise the Singapore Symphony Chorus (SSC), Singapore Symphony Youth Choir (SSYC) and Singapore Symphony Children’s Choir (SSCC).
A premier body for classical choral singing, the Singapore Symphony Choruses comprise the Singapore Symphony Chorus (SSC), Singapore Symphony Youth Choir (SSYC) and Singapore Symphony Children’s Choir (SSCC).
Our Choruses embody a comprehensive singing ecosystem that nurtures the brilliance of our brightest young talents, inspires youthful passion for the choral art and celebrates the best of choral excellence.
Formed in 2006, the Singapore Symphony Children’s Choir (SSCC) has established itself as the leading children’s choir dedicated to a holistic training approach that nurtures well-rounded artistic growth, cultivates discipline and confidence, and inspires a lifelong love for music and the arts.
Comprising three preparatory ensembles, a boys’ ensemble (for changing male voices), and the concert choir, the SSCC seeks to enrich the lives of talented young singers between the ages of 9 and 16, providing a holistic choral education programme that nurtures musical and vocal development, as well as personal growth.
In alignment with this vision, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) Choral Programmes is looking to grow its pool of artistic and instructional talents with the appointment of a Choral Instructor - Musicianship.
The successful candidate will work closely with the SSCC Choirmaster, and the SSG Choral Administrative team, to support the artistic vision of Singapore Symphony Group.
The Role and Responsibilities, (but not limited to)
The Choral Instructor - Musicianship (CIM) will primarily be involved in the teaching of musicianship, including basic theory and sight-singing, employing the use of the Kodaly concept, to an ensemble of up to 40 members of the Singapore Symphony Children’s Choir (Training Wing)
The CIM will be responsible for ensuring that the learning objectives of the provided curriculum are fulfilled. Duties may occasionally be extended to cover the conducting duties of the Choirmaster and/or other Choral Instructors during their absence.
The SSCC rehearses on Saturdays at Victoria Concert Hall, Music & Dance Studios. The Choral Instructor is required at all scheduled rehearsal sessions. The Choral Instructor may also be asked to cover classes as necessary.
Remuneration for this position will be on an hourly basis.
Requirements
- An undergraduate degree in Music
- Knowledge of the Kodály concept (Certification is an asset)
- At least 2 years of professional activities in children and youth choral programmes / ensembles
- Applicants must enjoy working with young people, and have a strong desire to teach young choristers the ability to read music proficiently
- Must be available to work evenings and weekends
- Singaporean or PR
Application Process
Interested applicants are asked to submit to recruitchoral@sso.org.sg, the following:
- Cover letter and resume (please include any relevant programmes and symphonic repertoire performed)
- Video samples (not exceeding 15min) of musicianship sessions from a recent choral or music class is required. Additional supporting material including warmups in the rehearsal setting or sectionals is advantageous.
If you would like to speak to someone about this position prior to applying, please email recruitchoral@sso.org.sg with your contact details.
The closing date for applications is 30 September 2023. Candidates will be informed if their application is being taken forward by 30 September 2023.
The recruitment process will include conducting a musicianship session with one of the ensembles of the Singapore Symphony Children’ Choir, expected to be between 7 and 16 October 2023, as well as an interview with the SSCC Choirmaster and SSG Choral Administrative team.
The successful candidate will be expected to start in position in January 2024.
A premier body for classical choral singing, the Singapore Symphony Choruses comprise the Singapore Symphony Chorus (SSC), Singapore Symphony Youth Choir (SSYC) and Singapore Symphony Children’s Choir (SSCC).
Our Choruses embody a comprehensive singing ecosystem that nurtures the brilliance of our brightest young talents, inspires youthful passion for the choral art and celebrates the best of choral excellence.
Committed to fostering artistic growth and well-rounded personal development in delivering outstanding performances, we aim to provide choristers with rich and unique performing experiences, including opportunities to record and perform with some of the world’s most distinguished conductors, artistes and renowned orchestras. In alignment with this vision, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) Choral Programmes is looking to grow its pool of artistic and instructional talents with the launch of a new initiative, being the SSO Choral Conducting Fellowship programme.
The Role and Responsibilities, (but not limited to)
The SSO Conducting Fellowship programme will award placements competitively to young choral conductors and experienced choristers who aspire to take their artistic careers further. Each two-year appointment will allow SSO Choral Conducting Fellows to establish themselves within the national orchestra, and to continue their development and refine their artistry.
The choral conducting fellowship will suit someone early in their career who has had formal music training and a level of experience working with choirs, with a focus on classical choral-orchestral masterworks. Mentored by Choral Director Eudenice Palaruan and Choirmaster Wong Lai Foon, Fellows will experience guidance within the nation’s premier symphonic choruses.
SSO Choral Conducting Fellows are required to maintain a visible presence within the choral programmes by actively singing in the youth choir and/or chorus. They may be offered opportunities to conduct rehearsal sessions or at concerts.
One fellowship position is available for the SSO 23/24 & 24/25 seasons.
Programme highlights & responsibilities
- Monthly stipend
- Understudy and receive mentorship by Choral Director Eudenice Palaruan and Choirmaster Wong Lai Foon
- Instructor-assistant at SSCC rehearsals
- Assist the Choral Director and Choirmaster in members’ evaluations where required
- Opportunity to rehearse works with SSC/SSYC/SSCC
- Opportunity to conduct one work at SSCC-Training Wing presentation concert or similar
- Participation in the Singapore Symphony Chorus and/or Youth Choir throughout the season
- Serve as group of core singers for choral works for small ensemble / chamber works
Application requirements
- Fresh graduate of or graduating from Bachelor of Music / Choral Conducting / Music Education
- Choral Conducting experience required (minimum 4 years including COVID years)
- Keyboard proficiency is required
- Singaporean or PR Only candidates with the above prerequisites will be considered.
Commitment
- An average of 6 hours per week on Saturdays (for first year fellows)
- Additional rehearsals on Thursdays and concert week as scheduled, leading up to a concert
- Up to 4 hours of mentorship per week with the Choral Director / Choirmaster
Application Process
Applications can be sent to recruitchoral@sso.org.sg and must include
- a cover letter and full CV, detailing relevant experience
- video recording samples from the last 12 months not exceeding 10min of
- Warmup sessions in a rehearsal / pre-concert setting
- Rehearsal and performance conducting session
The closing date for applications is 15 October 2023. Candidates will be informed if their application is being taken forward by 28 October 2023.
The recruitment process may include a short audition session with one of the ensembles of the Singapore Symphony Choruses expected to be between 26 October and 6 November 2023, as well as panel interviews.
The successful candidate will be expected to start in position in January 2024.
A premier body for classical choral singing, the Singapore Symphony Choruses comprise the Singapore Symphony Chorus (SSC), Singapore Symphony Youth Choir (SSYC) and Singapore Symphony Children’s Choir (SSCC).
Our Choruses embody a comprehensive singing ecosystem that nurtures the brilliance of our brightest young talents, inspires youthful passion for the choral art and celebrates the best of choral excellence.
Committed to fostering artistic growth and well-rounded personal development in delivering outstanding performances, we aim to provide choristers with rich and unique performing experiences, including opportunities to record and perform with some of the world’s most distinguished conductors, artistes and renowned orchestras.
In alignment with this vision, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) Choral Programmes is looking to grow its pool of artistic and instructional talents with the launch of a new initiatives, being the SSO Choral Associate programme.
The Role and Responsibilities, (but not limited to)
The SSO Choral Associate programme will award placements competitively to experienced choristers who aspire to take their artistic careers further. Each two-year appointment will allow SSO Choral Associates to establish themselves within the national orchestra, and to continue their development and refine their artistry.
SSO Choral Associates are accomplished choristers who seek to be a part of the Singapore Symphony Choruses. Bringing expertise in vocal technique and musicianship, and proficiency in sight reading, Choral Associates will support the Choral Director and Choirmaster in building the sound of the ensemble.
SSO Choral Associates are required to maintain a visible presence within the choral programmes by actively singing in the youth choir and/or chorus. They may be offered opportunities to perform as soloists in concerts.
Two associate positions (1 Soprano/Alto, 1 Tenor/Bass) are available for the SSO 23/24 & 24/25 seasons
Programme highlights & responsibilities
- Monthly stipend
- Serve as group of core singers for choral works for small ensemble / chamber works with the Singapore Symphony Chorus and/or Youth Choir throughout the season
- Provide overview/recap of music with choristers who have missed rehearsal sessions
- Support with sectionals
- Evaluate and coach members on vocal matters
- Assist the SSC Choral Director in maintenance of ensemble voice quality, and members’ evaluations where required
- Opportunity to perform as vocal soloist at concerts
Application requirements
- BMus or equivalent is preferred
- Experienced chorister and leading a section (minimum 4 years including COVID years)
- Keyboard proficiency is required
- Singaporean or PR
Only candidates with the above prerequisites will be considered.
Commitment
- An average of 4 hours per week on Mondays
- Additional rehearsals on Thursdays and concert week as scheduled, leading up to a concert
- Up to 90min for any rehearsal pre/post rehearsal review with members
Application Process
Applications can be sent to recruitchoral@sso.org.sg and must include:
- a cover letter and full CV, detailing relevant experience
- video recording samples from the last 12 months not exceeding 10min of
- Recent solo performance
- Choral rehearsals reviewing vocal technique
The closing date for applications is 15 October 2023. Candidates will be informed if their application is being taken forward by 28 October 2023.
The recruitment process may include a short audition session with one of the ensembles of the Singapore Symphony Choruses expected to be between 26 October and 6 November 2023, as well as panel interviews.
The successful candidates will be expected to start in position in January 2024.
As one of the leading arts administration employers in Singapore, the Singapore Symphony Group (SSG) manages the Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO), the Singapore National Youth Orchestra (SNYO), Singapore Symphony Choruses, the VCHpresents chamber concert series, the National Piano & Violin Competition, and more. The Company’s mission is to create memorable shared experiences with music. Through the Singapore Symphony Orchestra and its affiliated performing groups, we spread the love for music, nurture talent, and enrich our diverse communities.
We welcome passionate individuals to apply for the following positions, where available.
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