Overview

For the latest and most accurate information, please visit the official audition page.

About the Position

The Omaha Symphony invites applications for the position of Section Violin (Auxiliary), a tenure-track role with a 70-service minimum. The 38-week season (with an optional 39th week) is stylistically varied, with equal emphasis on public performances and education and community engagement. Some travel within the Omaha metro area is required.

Compensation and Benefits

The 2026/2027 annual base salary is $12,683.30. Benefits include sick leave, partially subsidized instrument insurance, and a 4% employer match on a 403(b) retirement fund.

  • 2026/27 service rate: $181.19 per service
  • 70-service minimum per season

Audition Process

This will be a multi-round audition held in Omaha at the Holland Performing Arts Center:

  • Résumé and $50 deposit due: July 20, 2026
  • Invitations extended: July 27, 2026
  • Live Preliminary Rounds: August 24–25, 2026
  • Semi-Final Rounds: August 25, 2026
  • Final Rounds: August 26, 2026

Please submit a one-page résumé and a $50 deposit (cash or check only — no electronic deposits accepted) by July 20, 2026 to:

[email protected]
Omaha Symphony, Attn: OSA Auditions
1905 Harney Street, Suite 400
Omaha, NE 68102

Submission of a résumé and deposit does not guarantee an invitation. The deposit will be returned upon arrival at the audition. The Omaha Symphony is unable to sponsor visas; applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States.

More information: omahasymphony.org/auditions