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Casco Phil – Auditions

Oboe, bassoon, violin, viola & cello

Date: Monday 22 September 2025 : Strings

Tuesday 23 September 2025 : Woodwinds

Location: Conservatorium Mechelen, Melaan 3/5, 2800 Mechelen

About Casco Phil

Casco Phil is a modular and artistically versatile collective, with projects ranging from symphony orchestra to chamber music formations. We are committed to artistic curiosity, repertoire diversity, innovation of concert formats, and social relevance. Based in Mechelen, we perform about 50 concerts annually throughout Belgium and internationally, working with soloists, conductors, and creators from a wide range of artistic fields. Our activities include concerts, cross-disciplinary projects, workshops, recordings, and educational outreach. Casco Phil is structurally subsidized by the Flemish Government.

Open Positions

We are currently auditioning for the following positions:

• Oboe (principal)
• Bassoon (principal)
• Violin (tutti I and II)
• Viola (tutti)
• Cello (principal)

Job Description

• Engagement type: Freelance / Project-based / Prospect of core membership

Musicians who successfully complete a one-year trial period following their audition will be admitted to the core ensemble of Casco Phil. Members of the core ensemble are given priority in project selection and are more closely involved in the creative development of certain productions (e.g. chamber music or social outreach projects). They are expected to participate in at least 80% of the offered projects.

• Repertoire: Classical and contemporary music, with a focus on creative and collaborative productions and out-of-the-box concert formats. Section principals are regularly invited to engage in chamber music projects.  
• Fee structure: In line with standard professional rates in Belgium. Please note that Casco Phil does not cover travel or accommodation expenses related to the audition, rehearsals, or performances.

Casco Phil is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all musicians. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other personal characteristic. We value curiosity, commitment, and openness to artistic exploration. 

How to Apply

To apply for an audition, please send your CV to enrique.manzano@cascophil.be by Monday 26 August 2025. Any relevant links to video or audio recordings are optional.

Selected candidates will be invited to audition in person. Auditions will be held blind (behind a screen) to ensure an objective and fair selection process.

Audition Repertoire

A detailed repertoire list will be provided upon invitation. The audition will include:

• Solo concerto
• Orchestral excerpts
• Solo repertoire: free choice, approx. 8 minutes (second round only)

Please find the sheet music with the excerpts for your instrument via the following link, or by scanning the QR-code.

https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1BU-DvXJdH-GCTmv9OQubdOcc52i7UAHX

For more information, don’t hesitate to contact us at enrique.manzano@cascophil.be.