The Salem Philharmonia Orchestra will be accepting auditions for the following positions. (Click each instrument to view or download the audition packet):

• Violin
• Viola
• Cello
• Double Bass
• 1^st Oboe
• 3^rd Oboe/English Horn
• Bass Clarinet
• Contra Bassoon
• Trumpet
• Bass Trombone

Additional Opportunities for Saxophonists
While saxophone is not a regular auditioned position with Salem Philharmonia Orchestra, we will need saxophonists for select pieces this season:

• Dmitri Shostakovich – Waltz No. 2 (4 saxes: 2 alto, 2 tenor)

• Leroy Anderson – Fiddle Faddle (3 saxes: 2 alto, 1 tenor)

If you are interested in playing for these works, please email us at information@salemphil.org.

AUDITION DETAILS
Date: Monday, August 18, 2025
Time: 25-minute time slots will be scheduled between 3:00-7:00 pm
Location: East Salem Community Center, Salem, OR

TO SCHEDULE AN AUDITION
Email us at information@salemphil.org to arrange an audition or ask questions.

If you are unable to attend on this date, please reach out to arrange an alternative time.

ABOUT THE ORCHESTRA
The Salem Philharmonia is a volunteer community orchestra that rehearses and performs at the East Salem Community Center. Rehearsals are Tuesday evenings, 7:00–9:30 PM.

More info: salemphil.org

Don’t see your instrument listed? We still welcome inquiries from qualified musicians. Please email information@salemphil.org to express interest or request future audition consideration.