Principal 2nd Violin, BBC SSO

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Glasgow
June 29, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Job Title: Principal 2nd Violin, BBC SSO

Job Type: Permanent – Full Time

Location: Glasgow – City Halls

Job Closing Date: 20 July 2026

Job Details

  • Contract type: Permanent (continuing)
  • Department: BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
  • Location: City Halls, Glasgow

Role Overview

Principal 2nd Violin to join the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra is Scotland’s national broadcasting orchestra, performing worldwide. The 2024/25 season includes international touring and broadcasting across BBC Radio and television. The orchestra commissions new music and hosts the Tectonics Festival. It collaborates with the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and supports young talent through competitions. The Chief Conductor is Ryan Wigglesworth and the Principal Guest Conductor is Delyana Lazarova.

Key Responsibilities and Impact

  • Sit as Principal Second Violin stepping up as required, maintaining a high standard of professional playing and musical and artistic excellence required by the Orchestra.
  • Familiarise oneself with the relevant parts, including solos, in advance of the first rehearsal and performances.
  • Support professionally any Leaders and Conductors engaged by the Orchestra.
  • Take responsibility for the style, intonation, balance, ensemble, rhythm and preparation of the section in conjunction with Leaders and the Chief Conductor.
  • Foster an environment in which artistic excellence flourishes.
  • Develop and support positive working relationships with all other members of the Orchestra, the section and any freelance players engaged by the Orchestra.

Skills and Experience

  • Extensive experience as Principal Second Violin stepping up as required. Playing solos and full orchestral repertoire to the highest standards.
  • Effective and committed team player, playing a full role in the life of the Orchestra.
  • Effective and committed team leader when leading the Section.
  • Maintaining artistic excellence and encouraging the same in others.
  • Collaboration with colleagues, management and conductors.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted via the Musicalchairs website. Applicants should complete the short information form before the closing date of 20 July 2026.

Disclaimer

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

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