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Auditions

2nd Assistant Concertmaster

The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra announces an audition for:

  • Second Assistant Concertmaster (4th Chair)
    Pending results of Internal Audition, a section position may be offered.

Auditions to be held in Buffalo, NY – February 16, 17, and 18, 2026. Employment to begin as soon as possible.

25-26 Contract: 40 weeks @ $1584.56 minimum per week. Health insurance with employee contribution, Pension, Disability, Instrument insurance.

To apply:

  • Please send a one-page resume to sabendfritz@bpo.org, include email address and phone number. Please write “Violin Audition” in the subject.
  • A $40 refundable check made out to Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, sent to:
    Sarah Abend-Fritz, Audition Coordinator
    786 Delaware Ave.
    Buffalo, NY 14209

Audition Repertoire
Audition Application Form

Application materials due by Monday, January 5, 2026.

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