Job Opportunity: • Bassoon • 3rd Cornet • 2nd Trumpet • Tuba • String/Electric Bass • Percussion The New Holland Band New Holland, Pennsylvania Position Type: 1099 Independent Contractor | Concert Band Application Deadline: Ongoing until filled About Us: Founded in 1829, The New Holland Band is the nation's second oldest civilian concert band, located in the heart of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. With a long- standing tradition of musical excellence, we are committed to preserving and performing traditional concert band repertoire for audiences throughout the region. Position Summary: The New Holland Band is seeking talented and committed musicians to fill the above listed vacancies. These positions call for an advanced instrumentalist with strong musicianship, excellent technical ability, and a passion for performing classic and contemporary concert band literature. Responsibilities: Perform in regular rehearsals and scheduled performances. Average 15 performances a year. Attend weekly rehearsals. Rehearsals from February through the spring concert in March are on Sunday afternoons. Regular rehearsals start in April and are on Tuesday evenings. Prepare and perform a wide range of concert band repertoire, including marches, overtures, transcriptions, and contemporary works. Collaborate effectively with fellow section members and the ensemble at large. Qualifications: Advanced proficiency on designated instrument including the following repertoire: o Bassoon: Rolling Thunder March, Finale from Symphony No. 4 in F Minor – Tchaikovsky, William Tell Overture o 3rd Cornet: Rolling Thunder March, Light Cavalry Overture, 1812 Overture o 2nd Trumpet: Rolling Thunder March, Light Cavalry Overture, 1812 Overture o Tuba: The Melody Shop, Holst – First Suite in Eb, Oberon Overture o String/Electric Bass - Irish Tune from County Derry/”Shepherd’s Hey”, An American Symphony, Star Wars - The Marches o Percussion: Snare Drum - The Stars and Stripes Forever, Bass Drum/Cymbal - Our United States March, Mallets - Mambo, Timpani - American Salute Demonstrated experience in concert band or similar ensemble settings. Strong sight-reading skills and the ability to learn repertoire efficiently. Reliable transportation and commitment to regular rehearsal and performance attendance. Compensation: All performances are compensated except the spring concert in March. To Apply: Please send a brief musical résumé and recording sample of repertoire listed above to: thenewhollandband1829@gmail.com