Sub-principal Violin I (sitting no.5)BBC CONCERT ORCHESTRA
- Principal Conductor: Keith Lockhart
- Principal Guest Conductor: Johannes Wildner
- Conductor Laureate: Barry Wordsworth
- Composer in Residence: Jonny Greenwood
- Leader: Cynthia Fleming
The BBC Concert Orchestra…… is one of the world’s most versatile broadcasting orchestras, with a repertoire ranging from light classics, musical theatre and films to opera, jazz and contemporary commissions. On radio, TV and in the concert hall, it has performed recently with artists as diverse as Dame Shirley Bassey, Smokey Robinson, Bill Bailey, Elbow, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Jose Carreras, Barry Manilow, Bryn Terfel, Dame Judi Dench and Brian Blessed. The BBC Concert Orchestra has performed weekly for Friday Night is Music Night – the world's longest running live music radio show – for more than 50 years.
SUB-PRINCIPAL VIOLIN I (sitting no.5)
Salary range £33,100 - £34,780 (including London weighting)
The BBC CO has a vacancy for a player who must be able to demonstrate the following:
- Excellent professional orchestral playing ability
- Considerable experience across a range of musical styles
- Knowledge of the BBC Concert Orchestra repertoire
- Versatility - you may be asked to sit up (possibly to the front desk) with little notice
For any further information, please contact: Claire Barnes, Assistant Orchestra Manager, BBC Concert Orchestra. Tel: 07815 464165. Email: claire.barnes@bbc.co.uk
Job Description
Job Title: Sub-Principal Violin I
Department: BBC Concert Orchestra
Division: BBC Audio & Music
Reports To: Orchestra Manager
Job Purpose
To play Sub-Principal Violin I, sitting no.5
To have excellent solo and orchestral playing ability, maintaining the highest musical standards
To be an effective and committed team player, demonstrating leadership as required, and to play a full role in the life of the Orchestra
This job requires travelling throughout the UK and touring as well as evening and weekend work patterns
Key Responsibilities
To sit as Sub-Principal Violin I, sitting up as required
To maintain the high standard of professional playing and musical and artistic excellence required by the Orchestra
To familiarise oneself with the relevant parts, including solos, in advance of the first rehearsal and performances
To support professionally any Leader and Conductor engaged by the Orchestra
To develop and support positive working relationships with all other members of the Orchestra, the Section and any freelance players engaged by the Orchestra
To participate with due regard for confidentiality in audition panels and trial assessment meetings (including writing brief audition and trial notes), and to participate in orchestral and artistic meetings as required
To engage in the general activities of the Orchestra, such as attendance at meetings, promotional activity and outreach and learning work*, and to act as an ambassador for the BBC/Orchestra during these activities
To be a role model for BBC Values** and to work in accordance with the BBC/MU Agreement, the Information for Orchestral Players Handbook and all other BBC policies and guidelines
To support all BBC policies on managing people and diversity, including participation in Personal Development Reviews and training
To work in accordance with BBC Health and Safety guidelines and policy
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Required Knowledge and Experience
Excellent professional orchestral and solo violin playing ability
Knowledge of the range of repertoire of the BBC Concert Orchestra
The ability to work collaboratively to inspire and contribute to performances that meet the highest musical standards
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and develop harmonious working relationships with a diverse range of people
A commitment to maintain the reputation of the Orchestra
Active participation as part of a diverse team, and support for colleagues
Respect for others demonstrated by being fully prepared and ready to play at the start of every session
The ability to plan ahead in order to prepare parts and to make the best use of the resources available
Awareness of health and safety issues
Competencies
The following competencies (behaviours and characteristics) have been identified as key to success in the job. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate these competencies.
Planning & Organising – is able to think ahead in order to establish an effective and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritises and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources requirements.
Resilience – can maintain personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure, set backs or when dealing with provocative situations. Demonstrates an approach to work that is characterised by commitment, motivation and energy.
Change Management – can understand and anticipate the need for change. Builds frameworks to plan and manage the continuous process of change.
Managing relationships - able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works co-operatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.
Self Development – is able to identify and apply opportunities for learning and development.
*The BBC is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and you may come into contact with children and young people as part of your job. Your offer of an engagement with the BBC is therefore subject to you confirming that you are not restricted from working with children and young people and you will be asked to sign a Personal Declaration Form to that effect. If you work more closely with children the BBC reserves the right to ask you to be checked by the Criminal Records Bureau.
** BBC Values
- Trust is the foundation of the BBC: we are independent, impartial and honest
- Audiences are at the heart of everything we do
- We take pride in delivering quality and value for money
- Creativity is the lifeblood of our organisation
- We respect each other and celebrate our diversity so that everyone can give their best
- We are one BBC: great things happen when we work together
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