Violin Leader

City of Newport Symphony Orchestra – LEADER VACANCY 

We are seeking an experienced violinist/leader to give inspiration and confidence to our string section. The candidate needs to be able to lead with charm and style, enhancing our tradition of friendliness and the enjoyment of making music together. 

To register your interest, please email NEWPORTORCHESTRA@HOTMAIL.COM the following  

• A CV, giving details of your experience and suitability for this role.  

• A short statement about your background and the qualities and commitment you would bring to the Orchestra.  

• All your contact details.  

The Job Description below gives full details of the role and the required attributes. 

Timetable of appointment 

Deadline for applications – Friday 4th October 2024 

Interviews via Zoom – w/b Monday 7th October 

(NB the appointment will be made in line with the Orchestra policies) 

Role and Responsibilities: 

• Inspirationally lead the Orchestra for all concerts and rehearsals, taking responsibility for the violin solos. 

• Prepare bowing, and make sure the string parts are marked up early in the term.  

• Within the string section be sensitive to the abilities of individual players and be able to help nurture confidence and enthusiasm within the whole string section. 

• Make arrangements to provide a deputy, acceptable to the Orchestra, as a substitute when prevented by illness or any other unavoidable cause from leading rehearsals personally. (Attendance to be over 90%)  

Skills Required 

• Experienced player whose musicianship and instrumental skill will be admired by all the players. 

• Ideally, previous experience of being an orchestra leader. 

• Ability to motivate and develop the Orchestra to retain existing members and attract new members of all ages. 

• Proven concert nerve that is able to positively override the performance anxiety of others within the Orchestra. 

Commitment 

• Weekly rehearsals of the orchestra per term (usually around 33) - held on a Monday evening from 7.30 pm to 9:30 pm (including a minute break) at St John Baptist, Risca Road, Newport. 

• All planned concerts (and afternoon rehearsal) involving the orchestra each year.  

Pay 

• This is a paid position. Please enquire for further information.