Section Principal Trumpet, BBCSSO

Glasgow - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB DETAILS

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent (continuing)
DEPARTMENT: Scottish Symphony Orchestra
LOCATION: City Halls Glasgow

PLEASE NOTE:

In order to apply for this position Candidates will need to register onMusicalchairsand apply via the Apply via musicalchairs button to complete a short information form. Candidates will then follow the below application and audition process: The deadline to complete the form on Musicalchairs is FRIDAY 20TH MARCH 2026

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INTRODUCTION

We have an exciting opportunity for aSection Principal Trumpetto join the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra.

As Scotlands national broadcasting orchestra the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra has been performing for audiences across Scotland the UK and internationally since 1935. From Oban to Aldeburgh and London to Seoul (as part of BBC Proms Korea) the 2024/25 Season has been no exception. The orchestras live performances are regularly broadcast on BBC Radio 3 Radio Scotland and Sounds as well as BBC Television and iPlayer.

Opening eyes and ears with ambitious repertoire beyond any benchmark the BBC SSO is Scotlands leading champion of new music. Across nine decades it has commissioned orchestral music by the most original voices of its time and hosts its annual Tectonics Festival of new and experimental music each spring alongside its Creative Partner Ilan Volkov.

With Associate Artist Lucy Drever the orchestra runs projects that inspire creativity and connection with families schools and communities across Scotland. And through a close association with the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland the orchestra mentors the next generation of conductors composers and instrumentalists. The orchestra supports young musical talent in BBC Radio Scotlands Young Classical Musician competition.

Ryan Wigglesworth began his tenure as Chief Conductor in September 2022. One of the foremost composer-conductors of his generation he has directed a wide range of repertoire with the BBC SSO including the ballets of Stravinsky major works of Elgar and UK premieres by György Kurtág and Composer-in-Association Hans Abrahamsen. Regularly performing at the BBC Proms and Edinburgh International Festival the orchestra is a recipient of a Royal Philharmonic Society Award and four Gramophone Awards.

Delyana Lazarova has been appointed Principal Guest Conductor of the BBC SSO from September 2025 the beginning of the orchestras 90th anniversary concert season.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

To sit as Section Principal Trumpet providing artistic direction and ensuring high standards of style intonation balance ensemble and preparation.
Maintain Musical Excellence - prepare all repertoire thoroughly in advance including solos and uphold the highest level of professional orchestral and solo playing.
Support Conductors and Leaders - collaborate effectively with Leaders the Chief Conductor and guest conductors to deliver cohesive and highquality performances.
Manage and Develop the Section - lead and manage section members contribute to performance evaluations give constructive feedback and assist with freelance musician selection.
Foster Positive Working Relationships - buildstrong respectful relationships across the Orchestra and with freelance players promoting an environment where artistic excellence can flourish.
Participate in Auditions and Wider Orchestra Activity - take part in audition panels trial assessments artistic discussions and broader Orchestra initiatives such as meetings promotional activity and outreach work.
Uphold BBC Standards and Policies - act as a role model for BBC Values comply with all BBC and MU policiesincluding diversity performance management and health & safetyand represent the BBC professionally.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

Extensive experience as Section Principal Trumpet playing solos and full orchestra repertoire to the highest standards
Effective and Committed Team leader sharing responsibility with the management for players performance.
Strong leadership and some experience in delivery of feedback.
To maintain artistic excellence and encourage in others
To work collaboratively with colleagues management and conductors

APPLICATION DETAILS

APPLICATIONS MUST BE VIA THE MUSICALCHAIRS WEBSITE - PLEASE CLICK ON THE FOLLOWING LINK FOR FULL DETAILS ON HOW TO APPLY AND AUDITIONS INSTRUCTIONS:

DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY 20TH MARCH 2026

Required Experience:

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JOB DETAILS CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent (continuing)DEPARTMENT: Scottish Symphony OrchestraLOCATION: City Halls GlasgowPLEASE NOTE:In order to apply for this position Candidates will need to register onMusicalchairsand apply via the Apply via musicalchairs button to complete a short information form. C...