CAPE TOWN PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra is a dynamic, multi-functional, full-time professional orchestra, continuing a fine tradition of over a century of orchestral music in Cape Town. In addition to its diverse concert repertoire, the orchestra also performs for operas, ballets and musicals; engages in tours and recordings; and is the driving-force behind a variety of youth development and education projects.
The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra invites applications from suitably qualified musicians for the position of:
Sub-principal 1st Violin
Tutti 2nd Violin (two positions)
These are full-time (100%) positions. Musicians may be required to participate in the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra’s various education and youth development initiatives.
Sub-principal 1st Violin
Candidates must prepare all three sections – solo, principal and sub principal and orchestra excerpts.
Download the information pack here.
Tutti 2nd Violin (two positions)
Candidates must prepare solo and orchestral repertoire.
Download the information pack here.
Audition venue: ORR, Artscape Theatre Centre, Cape Town
Date: August 28, 2026
Candidates need to bring their own accompanists.
Closing date: August 10, 2026
Email a 1-page CV and a short covering letter to the Orchestra Manager: David Langford david@cpo.org.za
