Start your career with Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra!

Camerata’s history is steeped in offering opportunities to emerging string players, and this was formalised into its emerging artists program (Upbeat) that began in 2017.

Camerata’s Upbeat Program is designed to foster the next generation of Queensland-based musicians and provides a number of performance and rehearsal opportunities over twelve months to support career pathways for promising graduating or recently graduated artists.

The participants join Camerata to experience life as an Artistic Associate (Core member) of Camerata, gain valuable industry insight, and be mentored by Camerata’s Artistic Associates and staff.

Five high-level players are appointed each year, typically 2 violinists, 1 violist, 1 cellist and 1 double bass player. From time to time, Upbeat Players are invited to audition for an Artistic Associate position in Camerata, where these are open. Mentoring from Camerata’s Artistic Associates and management is also available.

How to apply:

Send us:

• An expression of interest (one page max, PDF)
• One A4 page CV or list of relevant experiences to give an indication of where your playing is at, including two music referees and their full contact details (one page max, PDF)
• A link to a live performance or video that you have made. (While this does not have to be professionally created, note that sound quality and being able to see how your sound is produced are taken into consideration.)
• Your availability for Camerata’s 2026 Regional Tour, from April/May 2026

 Eligibility:

• Preference is given to players in their first three years after undergraduate study. Full-time students may apply if they will be in their final year of study during the program. If in doubt, please email us via camerata@camerata.net.au.

Closing date:

• Monday 13 October 2025, midday

Audition date:

• Tuesday, 11 November 2025

Shortlisted applicants:

• Shortlisted applicants will be invited to audition by Tuesday, 28 October

To apply (or for more information):

• Please email camerata@camerata.net.au with “Upbeat Application 2026” in the subject line, along with the information above.

 We look forward to hearing from you!