Application Process: Application is by email submission of a resume of two pages or less, detailing full contact information, position applied for (“substitute horn,” “roster violin,” etc), and relevant education and experience. Professional references from colleagues or teachers are welcome. Applicants will be notified shortly after the application deadline passes as to when their audition will be held, and other details of procedure on the day.

A $25 audition deposit is required to reserve your audition time. Candidates may submit the deposit by cash or check to 808 3rd Ave S, Suite 300 Fargo, ND 58103

The deposit will be refunded in person at your audition. Please note that the deposit will not be refunded if you do not attend your scheduled audition.

Audition Repertoire:

Unless a specific solo is stated in the appropriate repertoire list below, each candidate should prepare a two-minute solo demonstrating lyrical and technical abilities, in addition to the excerpts.

During the audition, all candidates should first perform their selected solo, and then proceed to the excerpts, which may be performed in the order of their choosing.

Percussionists have no solo requirement, but will be expected to sightread.

Repertoire lists:
Violin - roster or sub
Viola - roster or sub
Cello - roster or sub
Bass - roster or sub
Flute - sub
Flute-Piccolo - sub
Oboe - sub
Oboe 2 - sub
Clarinet - sub
Bass Clarinet and E-flat excerpts OPTIONAL- sub
Bassoon - sub
Horn - sub
Trumpet - sub
Trombone - sub
Bass Trombone - sub
Tuba - sub Timpani- sub
Percussion - roster or sub

Compensation is based on a per-service rate.  Limited assistance with driving costs is available to musicians from outside the immediate area, as is local housing in private homes. Board is not provided. If you are from outside a practical commuting distance, see this information for out-of-area musicians.