Associate Principal Double Bass

Royal Scottish National Orchestra; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent orchestra in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Associate Principal (No2) Double Bass. This full-time, permanent position requires collaboration within the section and leadership support. Candidates should have the skills to step up as Section Principal and show flexibility. Auditions are set for the 29th and 30th of March. The role includes benefits such as a pension scheme and health benefits. Interested applicants should apply through Musical Chairs with a current CV and referees.

Benefits

Stakeholder pension scheme

Health benefit scheme

Guaranteed free days

Instrument insurance

Qualifications

• Enjoys working within a section and has the necessary skills.
• Demonstrates support for the leadership of the section.
• Able to be flexible and supportive towards sectional leadership.

Responsibilities

• Contribute constructively to the leadership of the section.
• Step up to Section Principal when required.
• Support colleagues both on and off the platform.

Skills

Ability to work within a section

Skills to step up to Section Principal

Support for section leadership

Flexibility towards the section principle

Job description

Associate Principal (No2) Double Bass Application close Sun 15 February 2026

Applications are invited for the position of Associate Principal (No2) Double Bass with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. The position is full-time and permanent. There is an obligation to step up to Section Principal in this role.

The panel is looking for a candidate who:

– Enjoys working within a section and possesses the appropriate skills to do so, but also possesses the skills, experience, and enthusiasm to step up to Section Principal when required.

– Demonstrates support for, and contribution to, the leadership of the section both on and off the platform, including providing constructive criticism where appropriate.

– Is able to be flexible and supportive towards the section principle within the double bass section and wider ensemble both on and off the platform.

Benefits of working with the RSNO include: stakeholder pension scheme, health benefit scheme, guaranteed free days and instrument insurance.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please apply via Musical Chairs with a current CV (PDF only) and contact details for at least two referees.

The dates for auditions are projected to be the 29th and 30th of March in Glasgow. Auditions will be held in multiple rounds on the same day, so candidates should be available for the full day of their audition.

Candidates who hold a comparable or higher position, or who have trialled for a comparable or higher position in the last 18 months, may be invited straight to a second round.

Recorded auditions may be accepted if a live audition is not possible. For details, please contact [e-mail] .

All candidates should fill out our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity Monitoring Form at the point of application.

The RSNO is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from individuals regardless of backgroundenos and encouraging applications from under‑represented groups. The RSNO isDescendant by the Scottish Government and local authorities in Scotland.

How to apply

Please apply via Musical Chairs with a current CV (PDF only) and contact details for at least two referees. The Musical Chairs listing can be found here: https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/49890