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Vacancy: Principal Bassoon

There is a rare opportunity to lead the bassoon section in of one of the UK's longest-running orchestras. We rehearse every term-time Tuesday evening at Christ Church, Bayston Hill under the baton of our esteemed Music Director, John Moore. The rep is intensive and challenging.

If you have the experience and ability to become a section leader in the SSO, we would love to hear from you.

Members of the orchestra are expected to attend all rehearsals, or arrange their own deps. We usually perform three concerts a year, plus an outdoor charity concert in mid-July. All concerts are on Wednesday evenings. The date of our summer concert is Wednesday, June 26th 2025.  

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in an audition process before being appointed for a trial period of one full season.

Please send expressions of interest, including information about your playing background and relevant repertoire to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . The closing date for applications is February 21st, 2025.

About Us

Shrewsbury Orchestral Society was founded in 1888, making it one of the oldest amateur orchestras in the country. The Society operates as a registered charity with the purpose of "educating the public in the art and science of music". A Committee of volunteers organises a minimum of three concerts each year of orchestral works usually including a symphony or other substantive work.

Shrewsbury Symphony Orchestra is supported by our Music Director, John Moore and Orchestra Leader, Alex Postlethwaite. Concerts are held in various locations in or around Shrewsbury; further details are elsewhere on this website.