How to Audition for the CSO

Assistant Principal Viola

Preliminary auditions: Scheduled for February, 2026.

Final audition: February 16, 2026

Application deadline: November 30, 2025
Applications received after the due date cannot be accepted.

Download Assistant Principal Viola repertoire list (pdf) »

Apply for Open Positions

Please note that those who apply earlier receive information earlier, and therefore have more choice of audition dates. For those who send their resume later, some dates may already be filled.

Note: All audition candidates are responsible for obtaining audition repertoire from standard excerpt books, purchasable music and orchestral scores. Aside from rental only parts, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra will not provide copies of any excerpts.