Overview
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Welsh National Opera is seeking a dynamic Sub-Principal No.2 Viola to join its esteemed orchestra.
WNO brings the power of live opera and performance to audiences across Wales and England. The WNO Orchestra is an exciting ensemble of artistic distinction, with a rich mix of operatic and concert work. Highlights in recent years include critically acclaimed productions of Britten’s Peter Grimes (2025) and Death in Venice (2024), as well as international engagements at the Janáček Festival in Brno (2022) and the Prague Spring Festival (2023).
The Company has welcomed new co-Artistic Directors Adele Thomas and Sarah Crabtree in January 2025, and is actively searching for a new Music Director following the tenure of Tomáš Hanus.
Audition Process
Full audition requirements will be communicated to shortlisted candidates following CV review.
- In-person auditions: Cardiff — weeks commencing 5 & 12 October 2026, comprising screened and unscreened rounds
- Selected candidates may be invited to perform with the orchestra on the same day
- Trial periods: Commencing December 2026 for shortlisted candidates
Application deadline: 28 August 2026
