Travel & Housing:

For those applicants traveling from a long distance, Bradley International Airport is the closest airport and is about 20 minutes away from Downtown Hartford. Union Station located at 50 Church Street in Downtown Hartford is the closest train and bus station, with Amtrak and CTrail – Hartford Line train service and CTtransit, Greyhound, and Peter Pan bus service.

We do not have any affiliations with area hotels, however there are several within a short drive. Additional information regarding hotels can be found by visiting https://hartford.com/hotels/

Audition Procedures:

All Hartford Symphony Orchestra auditions will consist of at least two live rounds. Candidates may withdraw from the selection pool without penalty or consequence by the dates and times listed for the appropriate instruments. Cancellations after this date are very disruptive to the audition process; any cancellations after the prescribed dates and times will be documented and the $50.00 audition deposit will not be returned.

The audition committee reserves the right to dismiss anyone during any round should they not meet the desired artistic level of performance. Auditions must be live. Finalists may be asked to perform with the orchestra before a winner is named. The first two years of a musician’s employment are considered probationary. Due to the prominence of these positions, we do not allow auditions for comments only.

Preliminary auditions are screened and a proctor will announce you by number.  Remember that you may not talk in the audition room. Cell phones, iPads, metronomes/tuners, and other electronic devices are not permitted in the audition room. If you have any questions in the audition room, please silently signal the proctor who will escort you outside of the audition room for discussion. After your audition, you are welcome to wait on-site in the designated areas.  The committee may vote periodically, and we will announce any candidates who advance as decisions are made.

Please keep in mind that auditions could run early or late, based on cancellations and the length of repertoire ultimately selected by the committee.  If there are significant changes to projected audition times, we will contact you.

Those who advance will return for one or more rounds.  The committee may require ensemble playing of any finalist and/or may invite one or more finalists for a trial period before naming a winner.  The committee may name a runner up or no winner. Please note that this audition may also affect the order of the sublists. Any interested finalist may opt to be added to this list.

This is very important:  We can only allow warming up in the specified warm-up areas; warming up outside is not allowed.  Should you wander the property and/or communicate with the audition committee, even by accident, you may be disqualified.  Under no circumstances may you bring cell phones into the audition room, or attempt to contact anyone who may be a part of the committee.  Please avoid social media posts that could compromise the anonymity of the screened rounds.  Periodically the audition committee will take a break and we will require you to remain in one place and out of view of the committee.

The Hartford Symphony Orchestra tunes to A440.

Audition information is subject to change.

Repertoire Requirements:

Posting excerpts selected prior to the start of any round is at the discretion of the audition committee. Hartford Symphony Orchestra staff will notify you of any excerpts if and when instructed by the audition committee. The Hartford Symphony Orchestra is unable to provide printed copies of the audition repertoire at any time. Should you have any repertoire questions, please contact our Audition Manager at auditions@hartfordsymphony.org. Audition repertoire is subject to change. Applicants will be notified of any changes prior to the audition.

Eligibility Requirements:

The Hartford Symphony Orchestra is an equal opportunity employer. We employ only highly qualified musicians, who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Proper ID and/or authorization must be in place by the audition date. Hartford Symphony Orchestra employees are required to complete an I-9 and to provide corresponding documentation when they begin work, which could consist of a trial period. Failure to do so may result in the forfeiture of a position and/or trial period.

The Hartford Symphony Orchestra will not delay the start date of these positions or any trial periods for the purpose of securing documentation. We frequently receive questions about student visas and other documents. Here is a List of Acceptable Documents, for informational purposes only. This organization cannot assist with Visa petitions, Visa renewals, work authorization or similar documentation.

The State of Connecticut, Connecticut Public Schools, and Hartford Public Schools, with whom we work regularly, have regulations relevant to this position. Consequently, the Hartford Symphony Orchestra does not employ those convicted of a felony, any offense involving the sexual molestation or physical abuse or rape of a child, or a crime of moral turpitude. All employees must confirm that they meet these requirements.

Employment offers are contingent on a job-related criminal background check.

Assistant Principal Bassoon (Core) and Sublist

Audition Date: Saturday, October 1, 2022

Application Deadline: Friday, September 2, 2022

2022 HSO AP Bassoon Audition Rep List

All resumes and deposit checks (no money orders please) must be RECEIVED by 5:00pm EST, Friday, September 2, 2022.

One (1) position is currently available for Assistant Principal Bassoon which is a “Core” position.

“Core” Musicians are guaranteed one hundred twenty-five (125) services during the 2021-2022 38-week and 5-week summer seasons. 2022-2023 service guarantee to be determined pending Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiations.

The per service rate for the Assistant Principal Bassoon “Core” position is $157.00 during the 2021-2022 season. The annual salary for the Assistant Principal Bassoon “Core” position is $19,625.00 paid in bi-weekly installments of $912.80 during the 38-week winter and 5-week summer seasons. 2022-2023 wages to be determined pending negotiations. Salary is not individually negotiable and may be prorated based on start date. Benefits presently include pension and access to instrument insurance. Employment terms and conditions are detailed by the CBA.

The expected start date for this position is October 31, 2022 or at the earliest convenience of the winner. Essential duties include performing in our orchestra, chamber groups, and regular participation in our music education programs, including work in public schools. Other responsibilities are outlined in our Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Solo opportunities may be possible. The first two (2) years of a musician’s employment are considered probationary.

*Please note: If the open position is filled by an existing member of the orchestra, the resulting vacancy may be offered to another finalist.

To secure your audition, please send one (1) copy of your one (1) page resume along with a $50.00 refundable deposit check (payable to Hartford Symphony Orchestra) to:

Hartford Symphony Orchestra

Attn: Audition Manager

166 Capitol Avenue

Hartford, CT 06106

Please include BASSOON in the memo line of the deposit check.

Candidates may withdraw from the selection pool without penalty or consequence by Monday, September 26, 2022. Cancellations after this date are very disruptive to the audition process; any cancellations after Monday, September 26, 2022 will be documented and the $50.00 audition deposit will not be returned.

All rounds of the auditions will take place on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at:

Westminster Presbyterian Church (2080 Boulevard, West Hartford, CT 06107)

Ample free parking is available on-site at the church.

A detailed parking map can be viewed by clicking the link below: 

HSO 2022 Bassoon Audition Directions & Parking Info

Audition information is subject to change.

For additional questions, please contact the Auditions Manager at auditions@hartfordsymphony.org. No phone calls please.

Principal Flute (Core) and Sublist

Audition Date: Saturday, October 15, 2022

Application Deadline: Friday, September 9, 2022

2022 HSO Principal Flute Audition Rep List

All resumes and deposit checks (no money orders please) must be RECEIVED by 5:00pm EST, Friday, September 9, 2022.

One (1) position is currently available for Principal Flute which is a “Core” position.

“Core” Musicians are guaranteed one hundred twenty-five (125) services during the 2021-2022 38-week and 5-week summer seasons. 2022-2023 service guarantee to be determined pending Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiations.

The per service rate for the Principal Flute “Core” position is $184.30 during the 2021-2022 season. The annual salary for the Principal Flute “Core” position is $23,037.50 paid in bi-weekly installments of $1,071.52 during the 2021-2022 38-week winter and 5-week summer seasons. 2022-2023 wages to be determined pending negotiations. Salary is not individually negotiable and may be prorated based on start date. Benefits presently include pension and access to instrument insurance. Employment terms and conditions are detailed by the CBA.

The expected start date for this position is November 19, 2022 or at the earliest convenience of the winner. Essential duties include performing in our orchestra, chamber groups, and regular participation in our music education programs, including work in public schools. Other responsibilities are outlined in our Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Solo opportunities may be possible. The first two (2) years of a musician’s employment are considered probationary.

*Please note: If the open position is filled by an existing member of the orchestra, the resulting vacancy may be offered to another finalist.

To secure your audition, please send one (1) copy of your one (1) page resume along with a $50.00 refundable deposit check (payable to Hartford Symphony Orchestra) to:

Hartford Symphony Orchestra

Attn: Audition Manager

166 Capitol Avenue

Hartford, CT 06106

Please include FLUTE in the memo line of the deposit check.

Candidates may withdraw from the selection pool without penalty or consequence by Monday, October 10, 2022. Cancellations after this date are very disruptive to the audition process; any cancellations after Monday, October 10, 2022 will be documented and the $50.00 audition deposit will not be returned.

All rounds of the auditions will take place on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at:

The Auditorium at The Learning Corridor at the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts (359 Washington Street, Hartford, CT 06106)

Ample free parking is available on the streets surrounding The Learning Corridor and in the Visitor Lot.

A detailed parking map can be viewed by clicking the link below: 

HSO 2022 Flute Audition Directions & Parking Info

Audition information is subject to change.

For additional questions, please contact the Auditions Manager at auditions@hartfordsymphony.org. No phone calls please.

Principal Clarinet (Core) and Sublist

Audition Date: Saturday, November 12, 2022

Application Deadline: Friday, September 30, 2022

UPDATED 8.12.22 2022 HSO Principal Clarinet Rep List

All resumes and deposit checks (no money orders please) must be RECEIVED by 5:00pm EST, Friday, September 30, 2022.

One (1) position is currently available for Principal Clarinet which is a “Core” position.

“Core” Musicians are guaranteed one hundred twenty-five (125) services during the 2021-2022 38-week and 5-week summer seasons. 2022-2023 service guarantee to be determined pending Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiations.

The per service rate for the Principal Clarinet “Core” position is $184.30 during the 2021-2022 season. The annual salary for the Principal Clarinet “Core” position is $23,037.50 paid in bi-weekly installments of $1,071.52 during the 2021-2022 38-week winter and 5-week summer seasons. 2022-2023 wages to be determined pending negotiations. Salary is not individually negotiable and may be prorated based on start date. Benefits presently include pension and access to instrument insurance. Employment terms and conditions are detailed by the CBA.

The expected start date for this position is February 6, 2023 or at the earliest convenience of the winner. Essential duties include performing in our orchestra, chamber groups, and regular participation in our music education programs, including work in public schools. Other responsibilities are outlined in our Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Solo opportunities may be possible. The first two (2) years of a musician’s employment are considered probationary.

*Please note: If the open position is filled by an existing member of the orchestra, the resulting vacancy may be offered to another finalist.

To secure your audition, please send one (1) copy of your one (1) page resume along with a $50.00 refundable deposit check (payable to Hartford Symphony Orchestra) to:

Hartford Symphony Orchestra

Attn: Audition Manager

166 Capitol Avenue

Hartford, CT 06106

Please include CLARINET in the memo line of the deposit check.

Candidates may withdraw from the selection pool without penalty or consequence by Monday, November 7, 2022. Cancellations after this date are very disruptive to the audition process; any cancellations after Monday, November 7, 2022 will be documented and the $50.00 audition deposit will not be returned.

All rounds of the auditions will take place on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at:

Trinity College – Austin Arts Center (300 Summit Street, Hartford, CT 06106)

Ample free parking is available in all of the lots on campus.

A detailed parking map can be viewed by clicking the link below: 

HSO 2022 Clarinet Audition Directions & Parking Info

Audition information is subject to change.

For additional questions, please contact the Auditions Manager at auditions@hartfordsymphony.org. No phone calls please.