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The orchestra performs an annual season of concerts at the Barbican, many conducted by Chief Conductor Jirí Belohlávek. Recent performances include all six symphonies by Martinů, and the second year of Total Immersion: this year dedicated to the music of George Crumb, Hans Werner Henze and Wolfgang Rhim.

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Joining the orchestra

Positions within the orchestra are extremely competitive and are subject to auditions and a trial period.

All vacancies are advertised on the bbc jobs website - www.bbc.co.uk/jobs. Successful applicants will be asked to attend an audition.

For further information about auditions and trials please email bbcso@bbc.co.uk.

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