2nd Alto singer to the Gothenburg Opera Chorus 

The chorus is built of 42 professional singers and is one of Swedens three professional opera choruses. They perform in most opera productions as well as concerts, small ensambles, and even musicals. Members of the chorus are regularly used for small solo parts and are given the opportunity to cover lead roles occasionally. We consider drama and movement to be important elements of the chorus' work. 

The Gothenburg Opera seeking a 2nd Alto, with a permanent position. Contract start July 2026 with a probationary year. 

Qualifications required: Completed University degree from Music conservatoire/Opera Academy or equivalent institution. Our working languages are Swedish and English. If you have professional stage experience it will be considered merititus.

The audition will take place on Monday 8th of December 2025 between 10am to 6pm, by personal invitation. Selected candidates will receive detailed information about the audition process by the latest 25th November. The audition will be in 2 rounds with eliminations throughout the day, those who continue to round two will be asked to sing again in the afternoon.

For the audition we expect you to prepare: 

Round 1: 

One of the following mandatory arias, perfomed from memory. 

1. Erda: "Weiche, Wotan, weiche"

2. Ulrica: "Re dell´abisso, affrettati"

- Chorus excerpts, 1-2 pieces to be performed with piano. The sheet music will be sent to you with the invitation to audition. 

Round 2: 

- The other mandatory aria, performed from memory. 

- One aria of your choice, performed from memory. 

- Chorus excerpts, 1-2 pieces to be performed with piano and together with members of the Opera Chorus. The sheet music will be sent to you with the invitation to audition. 

- A shorter sight reading/aural test with instructions from the Chorus Master. You will receive the music from the Chorus Master during the audition day if you are accepted to round 2. 

- Basic acting and choreography skills will be tested in collaboration with the Opera staff directors. 

Last day of application is 18th of November 2025. Please note that we only accept applications through the recruitment system MyNetwork/Varbi. 

To apply, go to www.opera.se/vacancies