Opera Australia Double Bass

Orchestral Fellowships

Opera Australia invites outstanding early career string musicians to be part of the Patricia H. Reid Orchestral Fellowships in 2026.

Please find the full job advertisement attached.

Eligibility
Must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident
Must be available for the 12-month schedule of performance activity in its entirety between late December 2026 and December 2027 inclusive

Must reside in Sydney on a full-time basis
18 years and older by 1 January 2026
Have completed high school studies
Early career musician

Audition dates and requirements
Auditions will be held in Sydney for all candidates on Friday, 5 September 2025.
Set repertoire and excerpts will be issued to candidates on receipt of application.

Applications
Interested musicians can submit the following information online
Application form
Curriculum Vitae including contact details for one referee (maximum 2 pages)
Proof of Australian or New Zealand citizenship, or Australian permanent residency
100 words on why you wish to be a Patricia H. Reid Fellow with the Opera Australia Orchestra

Applications close Friday 8 August 2025.
Late applications will not be considered.

Enquiries
Andrew Collins
Deputy Orchestra Manager
Telephone 02 9318 8262
E-mail orchestra.auditions@opera.org.au
Visit https://opera.org.au/about/the-patricia-h-reid-orchestral-fellowships
Closing date: 08 Aug 2025