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The Great Little Orchestra is proud to announce a new holistic initiative to help develop the next generation of world class chamber and orchestral musicians.
Each year, two students from London’s four music conservatoires will be chosen to work alongside the players of Great Little Orchestra.
The successful applicants will sit in rehearsals, attend concerts, receive private tuition from members of the orchestra and get to perform a solo work in concert with the orchestra.
Open to musicians from all backgrounds, studying in final Undergraduate or Post Graduate years at Royal Academy, Royal College, Guildhall and Trinity Laban conservatoires.
For 2026 we are accepting applications from string, woodwind and brass players.
Scheme Benefits for successful candidates
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A solo performance within a GLO concert.
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Three individual lessons with the GLO player of their instrument.
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Sit in on all GLO rehearsals.
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CPD session on subject of candidate's choosing e.g. accountancy, marketing, CV prep, music coaching with a different instrumentalist from GLO.
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Free attendance to all GLO concerts.
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Small bursary for travel expenses.
Applications and Auditions
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 17 APRIL 2026
AUDITIONS: MAY 2026
APPLICATION DETAILS:
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Covering letter stating musical interests, career aspirations and how GLO Grow might be of benefit.
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Up to date CV, including details of most recent performances.
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Reference from current instrumental teacher.
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Second, character reference.
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Terms and Conditions
Applications welcome on…
Strings: Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass.
Wind: Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon.
Brass: French Horn, Trumpet, Trombone.
Audition panels will consist of one member from each of the GLO string, wind and brass sections plus GLO founding director.
Audition requirements:
• One significant piece from the solo repertoire of the applicant’s own choice. i.e 1 movement from a concerto or sonata, or similar. c.7mins max
• A short selection of chamber/orchestral repertoire as provided by GLO.
• A short piece of sight reading.
• A short interview.
• Combined audition & interview 30 mins maximum.
Other Info
• Successful candidates will have 12 months on the GLO Grow scheme, with the year running from June -June.
• The scheme is not transferable. If the successful candidate can’t attend GLO events as scheduled, alternatives cannot be offered.
• A reserve candidate may be selected in case a successful candidate withdraws.
• Successful candidates cannot apply to GLO Grow again after completing the scheme.
• Successful candidates agree to take part in all GLO and GLO Grow publicity and marketing as requested.
• Successful candidates agree to attend all GLO Grow related events/meet & greets etc as requested.
• No fees are payable to successful candidates for participation in rehearsals or concerts.