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Double Bassist

Chicago Summer Opera

Chicago, United States

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General information

Instrument or role

Double bass

Job category

Performance

Number of positions

8 open positions

Additional information
We're excited to share a wonderful opportunity for young classical musicians! After 13 years of training opera singers, our orchestra program is now in full swing. We invite you to apply for our second year and be part of this musical journey!

Features:
Seven operas
Symphonic Concerts
Private lessons
Masterclasses
Career workshops

Faculty
Emma Gerstein, Flute
Anne Bach, Oboe
Wagner Campos, Clarinet
Keith Buncke, Bassoon
David Griffin, Horn
Mark Fisher, Trombone
Rebecca Oliverio, Trumpet
Vadim Karpinos, Percussion
Ilana Setapen, Violin
Helen Callus, Viola
Eric Kutz, Cello
Michael Hovnanian, Double Bass


Dates
June 17 - July 13, 2025 (Session 1)
July 15 - August 10, 2025 (Session 2)
Participants are welcome to attend one or both sessions. 

Opera Session 1
Lakme, Delibes 
The Medium, Menotti/ Gianni Schicchi, Puccini 
Silla, Handel

Opera Session 2
Boheme, Puccini 
Magic Flute, Mozart
Ariadne auf Naxos, Strauss  
Alcina, Handel 

Tuition:  
$1,450 per session

Several full scholarships are available. 
Over $150,000 in scholarships was given for the 2024 season.
Financial aid available
Work study available
Housing is not included, more housing info is on our website.

Employment details

Type

Festival

Tenure

Temporary

Application process

Apply by

January 15, 2025, 03:59 (time zone: Georgetown)

Audition information

Audition repertoire
Please send add two recordings of contrasting styles. (Excerpts and solo work are both welcome).
Additional audition information

All auditions are recorded, not live. Please find our audition application on our website. https://www.chicagosummeropera.com/orchestra-program
This is a free application.
For questions please contact: david@chicagosummeropera.com