Conducting Opportunities with The Royal Ballet - London, United Kingdom - The Royal Opera House

The Royal Opera House

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1. The Constant Lambert Fellowship

The Royal Ballet and Birmingham Royal Ballet

Two-year fixed term contract

Based in London, working across London and Birmingham with some UK touring

Fellowship salary:
£25,000 p.a.

Named after the Founding Music Director of The Royal Ballet, the Constant Lambert Fellowship is a joint initiative between The Royal Ballet and Birmingham Royal Ballet.

Applications for The Constant Lambert Fellowship are invited from conductors aspiring to gain experience of the particular skills required to conduct performances of ballet.

The Fellowship is a tailor-made programme which offers a blend of work, study, and mentoring, including:

Mentoring by Koen Kessels, Music Director of The Royal Ballet and Birmingham Royal Ballet, Paul Murphy, Principal Conductor of Birmingham Royal Ballet and other ballet music professionals
Acting as cover conductor for designated Royal Ballet and Birmingham Royal Ballet productions
Attendance at studio rehearsals and participation in bespoke workshop events

The Fellowship is offered as a fixed term contract for two years, working across both locations, London and Birmingham, based in London with a salary of £25,000 p.a.

plus approved expenses for travel between London and Birmingham, accommodation in Birmingham and some touring.

2. Jette Parker Ballet Conductor

Jette Parker Artists Programme, Royal Opera House

Two-year fixed term contract

Based at Covent Garden

Salary:
£25,000 p.a.

The Jette Parker Ballet Conductor has a unique position within the Jette Parker Artists Programme at the Royal Opera House, working within The Royal Ballet company and drawing on the coaching, administrative and pastoral support of the Jette Parker Programme.

This is a fixed term contract for two years, based at Covent Garden.

The position also includes a period of time each Season with
Northern Ballet in Leeds and/or on tour with accommodation and travel expenses covered, which may lead to podium and performance opportunities with the company.

It is a tailor-made programme which offers a blend of work, study, and mentoring, including:

Mentoring by Koen Kessels, Music Director of The Royal Ballet and other ballet music professionals at Northern Ballet
Acting as cover conductor for designated Royal Ballet and Northern Ballet productions
Occasional opportunities to conduct in rehearsals and performances
Attendance at studio rehearsals
Regular onetoones with The Royal Ballet's Head of Music, Rob Clark

What are we looking for?

A high level of conducting skill, general musicianship, and a good understanding of the dancemusic relationship
Demonstrable interest in music for dance and a knowledge of the classical ballet repertoire
A relevant qualification in music or performance
Ability to respond in a positive way to mentoring, feedback and direction
Demonstrated capacity for effective teamwork and harmonious working relationships at all levels
The highest standards of attendance, reliability and professionalism across all aspects of the work
Commitment to managing own time, learning and continuous professional development

The Royal Ballet, Birmingham Royal Ballet and Northern Ballet seek to work with a wide range of UK based artists and also those with outstanding potential from around the world.

How to Apply

The Audition Process

First Round:
Monday 6th March 2023

Second Round:
Tuesday 7th March 2023, 09:00 - 12:00

Third Round:
Tuesday 7th March 2023, 14:00 - 17:00