Czech musical ensembles announce job openings for musicians

Two Czech musical organizations have announced recruitment processes for professional musician positions.

The VUS Ondráš folk instrument orchestra, established by the Czech Ministry of Defence, is seeking a violinist. The selection process is scheduled for November 18, 2026, in Brno. Candidates are expected to demonstrate technical proficiency, musicality, and improvisation skills, with a preferred start date of January 1, 2027.

Additionally, the Moravian Philharmonic in Olomouc is recruiting a second horn player (with duties for the fourth horn). Applicants must hold a secondary or higher musical education. The audition process will take place on November 27, 2026, at the Reduta MFO hall, with a projected start date of January 1, 2027.