The Oulu Sinfonia invites applications for the permanent position of PRINCIPAL TUBA. The position includes an obligation to play tuba and contrabass tuba.
Oulu Sinfonia is composed of 61 musicians and is the northernmost symphony orchestra in Finland. The Oulu Sinfonia performs traditional symphony concerts, as well as a wide range of musical genres. Madetoja hall at the Oulu Music Centre has 816 seats.
The task is to act as principal tuba in the symphony orchestra. The principal tuba is expected to maintain his/her playing skills and carry out all other tasks within the area of responsibility.
The position requires excellent playing skills and good social interaction skills.
Bonuses for previous work experience shall be added to the pay in accordance with the Collective Agreement along with compensations for costume and musical instrument. In addition, locally agreed media and media usage compensation will be paid.
The audition will be held on Monday the 26th of January 2026 starting at 10 am (Finnish time) at the Madetoja Hall, Leevi Madetojan katu 3, Oulu, Finland.
Audition repertoire:
• Ralph Vaughan Williams: Tuba Concerto in F minor, 1st and 2nd movement with cadenza
(Concerto must be played with E-flat tuba or F-tuba)
• Vladislav Blazhevich: ”Lento Fantastico: Solo Etude”
(Etude must be played with B-flat tuba tai C-tuba)
• Orchestral music excerpts sent as PDF after the application period to applicants invited to the audition.
The one who will be appointed to this position must submit a medical certificate for his/her state of health before accepting the position. The City of Oulu applies a probationary period of six (6) months in its permanent positions.
Applications should primarily be submitted through the electronic application form. Alternatively, applications can be submitted to the address Oulun kaupungin kirjaamo, PL 71, 90015 Oulun kaupunki, visiting address Kansankatu 55 A. Applications must include the position-specific register number OUKA/13724/2025. Closing date for submitting applications is 1 December 2025 at 3 pm (Finnish time).
The Oulu Sinfonia invites applications for the permanent position of PRINCIPAL TUBA. The position includes an obligation to play tuba and contrabass tuba.
Oulu Sinfonia is composed of 61 musicians and is the northernmost symphony orchestra in Finland. The Oulu Sinfonia performs traditional symphony concerts, as well as a wide range of musical genres. Madetoja hall at the Oulu Music Centre has 816 seats.
The task is to act as principal tuba in the symphony orchestra. The principal tuba is expected to maintain his/her playing skills and carry out all other tasks within the area of responsibility.
The position requires excellent playing skills and good social interaction skills.
Bonuses for previous work experience shall be added to the pay in accordance with the Collective Agreement along with compensations for costume and musical instrument. In addition, locally agreed media and media usage compensation will be paid.
The audition will be held on Monday the 26th of January 2026 starting at 10 am (Finnish time) at the Madetoja Hall, Leevi Madetojan katu 3, Oulu, Finland.
Audition repertoire:
• Ralph Vaughan Williams: Tuba Concerto in F minor, 1st and 2nd movement with cadenza
(Concerto must be played with E-flat tuba or F-tuba)
• Vladislav Blazhevich: ”Lento Fantastico: Solo Etude”
(Etude must be played with B-flat tuba tai C-tuba)
• Orchestral music excerpts sent as PDF after the application period to applicants invited to the audition.
The one who will be appointed to this position must submit a medical certificate for his/her state of health before accepting the position. The City of Oulu applies a probationary period of six (6) months in its permanent positions.
Applications should primarily be submitted through the electronic application form. Alternatively, applications can be submitted to the address Oulun kaupungin kirjaamo, PL 71, 90015 Oulun kaupunki, visiting address Kansankatu 55 A. Applications must include the position-specific register number OUKA/13724/2025. Closing date for submitting applications is 1 December 2025 at 3 pm (Finnish time).
For more information, please contact Saara Niemelä, orchestra manager, email saara.s.niemela@ouka.fi, tel. +358 40 749 9914.
Oulu. Born in the gentle embrace of the waters, a down-to-earth city with its feet planted in the northern soil, developing on nature’s terms. Our Northern ways are made up of a relaxed hospitality, bold deeds, and tenacity – the keys to success. Our superpowers are our diverse people and neighbourhoods and the rich and varied nature of the Oulu Region. We offer you the space, the time, and the opportunity for encounters that may shape your entire life.
The City of Oulu employs about 7 000 people – a higher grade of jobs, naturally.
Location
Leevi Madetojan Katu 3
90140 Oulu
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