Erie Philharmonic – Principal Cello

The Erie Philharmonic is a per-service orchestra that performs in Erie, PA and the surrounding region. As of August 2018, rates for section players are $104.00 per service. Associate principal rates are 5% above section rates, and principal rates are 20% above section rates. The Erie Philharmonic offers mileage reimbursements at $0.26 per mile, up to a maximum of $52.00 per travel service, as well as a $10.00 per diem for qualifying musicians on double service days and $12.00 cartage reimbursement for qualifying instruments. The Erie Philharmonic performs 10 subscription concerts each season—5 symphonic and 5 pops—in addition to youth concerts, an annual Nutcracker production, and several other special events. Symphonic series have four rehearsals, while pops series have either one or two. Most symphonic series rehearsals occur on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday in Edinboro, PA and Erie, PA.

Typically, most musicians are offered upwards of 40 services over the course of each season. All new musicians must spend their first year with the Philharmonic on probation, and will be considered for tenure the following year. Qualified candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S.

To apply, please submit a 1-page resume and a refundable deposit of $35.00 (Cash or check payable to Erie Philharmonic, returned if cancellation is made by May 14, 2018) to:
Audition Manager, Erie Philharmonic
23 W 10th St
Suite 3
Erie, PA 16501