NEW WORLD SYMPHONY

AMERICA’S ORCHESTRAL ACADEMY

Michael Tilson Thomas, Artistic Director

Library Fellowship position:

Seeking applicants for the fellowship position in the orchestra library of the New World Symphony. This is up to a three-year position and is available beginning the fall of 2005.

New World Symphony is in season 34 weeks per year from the beginning of September through the first week in May. The fellowship offers a weekly stipend of $375.00 and housing.

The fellowship is directed towards individuals who are dedicated to establishing a career in this field but have yet to gain experience and necessary “on the job” training.

The library fellow will work side by side with the Librarian in the daily functioning of the music library and will provide assistance to the orchestra fellows, conductors and various other administrative staff members as necessary.

Qualifications:

Prior library experience of some kind preferred.

Undergraduate degree in music required.

Ability to work independently with strong organizational skills. Ability to read and write music in different clefs for both transposing and non-transposing instruments.

Must have a strong attention to detail and accurate work performance.

A basic knowledge of the orchestral repertoire.

Working knowledge of music engraving software is helpful.

For further information please see our website at www.nws.edu

Application deadline will be July 1, 2005.