Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Resident Fellowship

Resident Fellow (1 position)

Eligible instruments: Violin, Viola and Cello 

Application Deadline: Sept 30, 2025

Preliminary Round by audio recording: Oct 6 - Nov 9, 2025

In-Person Semi-Final and Final Rounds and Interview: Feb 2-3, 2026 

No less than 35 weeks of full-time employment with the CSO for one- or up to two-seasons in duration. Weekly compensation and benefits. 2026-2027 weekly salary is $2,514.99.

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra's Fellowship is an excellence-driven training program designed to prepare exceptional early-career/post-graduate symphonic musicians who are committed to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging in the performing arts, for success in national auditions for major professional orchestras. Fellows benefit from meaningful mentorship, hands-on performance experience alongside CSO members, and significant professional and financial support. 

 Visit our website for additional information.  https://cincysymphony-v16-stage.adagetech.net/about/fellowship/ 

• Early-career symphonic musicians who have graduated from college, university, or conservatory by September 2026, who have demonstrated commitment to access and inclusion of underserved populations in the arts, learning, and civic leadership.
• Fellows will be selected through a screening and audition process.
• Candidates may currently hold a position in another orchestra and should be prepared to take a leave of absence if accepted as a Fellow.
• Candidates must be willing to join American Federation of Musicians Local #1 if accepted to the fellowship.
• Musicians hired by the CSO are solely responsible for having and maintaining authorization to be employed in the United States of America on a full-time basis by May 31, 2026.

Auditioning for:  Violin, Viola, or Cello

Visit our website for additional information.  https://cincysymphony-v16-stage.adagetech.net/about/fellowship/