Principal Bass

Symphony Nova Scotia announces the following vacancy:

PRINCIPAL BASS

(Tenure-track position)

International Auditions will be held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.

SALARY & BENEFITS

  • Starting Date: September 13, 2026
  • 2026/27 Weekly Salary: CAD $1,539.46
  • 2026/27 Season Length: 34 weeks, including 2 weeks paid vacation
  • Benefits: 7% Musicians’ Pension Fund contribution, Canada Pension Plan, Employment Insurance, cost-shared Group Health Insurance Plan, paid sick leave.

An offer of employment to the audition winner is contingent on the successful completion of a two-week trial. The Symphony Nova Scotia Audition Committee reserves the right to dismiss at any time any candidate not meeting the highest professional standards at this audition. Symphony Nova Scotia musicians are members of the Atlantic Federation of Musicians, Local 571 CFM.

How to apply

Highly qualified applicants should email a one-page resume including current mailing address, email address, and telephone number to Anne Simons, Orchestra Personnel Manager: [email protected]. You will then be set the registration form along with the required repertoire list. You must fill out the registration form to be considered. Applications will not be accepted by telephone.

Application deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025