The Orquestra do Norte (ON) is, since 1992, the reality of the musical culture decentralized project. The ON includes high quality musicians besides the participation of famous national and international conductors, soloists and chorus which allow the performing of a various repertoire. The Orquestra do Norte has 48 musicians and it’s based in Amarante – a charming city near Porto known for its relaxing lifestyle. Due to the nature of its goal, the ON plays over 100 concerts each year all over Portugal, Spain and other European countries.
Auditions 2009
II Flute
Outgoing Position
Audition dates and places:
September – London (further information soon available)
Applications close: 13st August
Audition Requirements
Candidates choice
Flute
1. 1st movement of a Mozart concerto (with cadenza) – Concerto No.1 in G major, or Concerto No. 2 in D major upon choice
2. A contrasting piece upon choice
Piccolo
2nd movement of Vivaldi piccolo concerto in C major Op. 44 No. 11 / RV 443 (without repetitions)
Orchestral Excerpts
Flute
1. G. Bizet: Carmen - 3rd Act
2. F. Mendelssohn-Bartholdy - A midsummer night’s dream (Scherzo)
3. A. Dvorak - Symphony No. 9 “From the New World” (1st movement – 2nd flute)
4. F. Mendelssohn-Bartholdy - Symphony No. 4 (Saltarello – 2nd flute)
Piccolo
1. G. Rossini - La gazza ladra
2. M. Ravel - Bolero (1st piccolo)
3. A. Borodin - Polovetsian dances
Note
*Please bring a photocopy of your contrasting piece for the jury
We would like informe you that an acconpanist will not be provided by the orchestra. However candidates can bring their own accompanist
at their own expense.
Recorded Auditions:
Candidates wishing to submit a recorded audition should contact the orchestra by e-mail or by phone (see enclosed contact information). Applications, including a CV detailing relevant experience and training should be directed to:
Orquestra do Norte
Cine-Teatro Monte da Eira, Cepelos
4600-221 Amarante, Portugal
Enquiries: (351) 255 410 470
Mobile: (351) 93 996 23 06
Email: orquestra.do.norte@mail.telepac.pt or on@orquestradonorte.com
Artistic Director
Jos? Ferreira Lobo
Terms and conditions of employment
a)Flute II salary: 1 575 Euro per month (gross, in European currency)
b)Annual professional responsibilities include:
Preparation for a maximum of 70 different programs for public performance per annum;
A maximum of 80 school concerts (of 60 minutes each);
A reasonable number of hours of individual or group tuition, recordings and other activities;
c)The performance season runs from early October through to the end of December of the same year. The first month will constitute
a probation period.
