Orchestra Auditions
Orchestra Auditions
The Muny will hold auditions for Principal Percussion, Tuba, Principal Horn, Principal Cello, and Drums. If you are hired by The Muny, you must be/or become a member in good standing of M.A.S.L. Local 2-197.
The Muny Orchestra Audition Dates
Principal Percussion
Saturday, March 25, 2023
Callbacks Sunday, March 26, 2023
Tuba
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Principal Horn
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Principal Cello
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Drums
Saturday, April 1, 2023
Callbacks Sunday, April 2, 2023
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
- Professional experience in Musical Theater
- Excellent Musical training/studies
- Solid technical and artistic skills in the musical field
- Excellent level of musical interpretation
- Versatility, ability to interpret a large variety of musical styles
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Drummers should be comfortable using a sampling pad
Preparation
Audition repertoire will be emailed after submitting your online job application. Percussion and Drum Applicants will need to bring sticks and mallets.
To apply, fill out an online job application.
For general audition information, click here.
Schedule/Compensation
Musicians are scheduled and paid according to the instrumentation needed for each show as dictated in the collective bargaining agreement.. The season is normally 7 shows each summer from June through mid August. Weekly base wages for 2023 are$1,702.99/per week. The Muny Orchestra is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with the Musicians’ Association of St. Louis, Local 2-197.
Callbacks
Callbacks will take place for Principal Percussion and Drum positions. We will only notify performers who move forward in the audition process.
Audition Location
ST. LOUIS, MO – The Muny
#1 Theatre Drive
St. Louis, MO 63112
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
In an effort to provide the safest possible workplace, The Muny requires that all backstage employees be fully vaccinated including the CDC recommended booster when eligible.
Deadline to Apply Monday, February 27, 2023
Auditions are by appointment times only.
To request an appointment, please register by February 27.
The Muny is an Equal Opportunity Employer
