$87.76/day
... violinist; knowledge of orchestral repertoire; experience in and current involvement in a major orchestra, preferably at a leading post (such as concertmaster, associate or assistant concertmaster ...
$87.76/day
... violinist; knowledge of orchestral repertoire; experience in and current involvement in a major orchestra, preferably at a leading post (such as concertmaster, associate or assistant concertmaster ...
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| Aspect | Violinist | Violist |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Music degree, audition, proficiency in violin | Music degree, audition, proficiency in viola |
| Work Environment | Orchestras, chamber groups, solo performances | Orchestras, chamber groups, studio recordings |
| Industry Usage | Classical, jazz, pop, studio work | Classical, chamber music, orchestras |
| Common Search/Comparison | Violinist | Violist |
The main difference between a Violinist and a Violist lies in the instrument played and the typical roles in ensembles. Violinists perform on the violin, often taking the melody, while Violists play the viola, providing harmony and depth. Both require similar credentials and work in similar environments, but their roles and sound contribute differently to musical groups.
Campus, IL
$87.76/day
Part-time
PTO
Posted 24 days ago
Posting Reason:
New PositionLocation:
Main CampusAcademic Period:
2026 Fall - Winter 2027Faculty:
Faculte des arts / Faculty of ArtsAcademic Unit:
Ecole de musique \\ School of MusicCourse Title:
Repertoire d'orchestre/Orchestral Repertoire I - Violon/ViolinCourse Code:
MUS 29431 & MUS 29432Section:
ACourse Description:
Etude pratique des principales oeuvres pour orchestre. / A practical study of important orchestral works.Posting limited to:
Professeur a temps-partiel regulier / Regular Part-Time ProfessorDate Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):
2026/06/05Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):
2026/07/06Expected Enrolment:
n/aApproval date:
2026/06/05Number of credits:
3Work Hours:
36Hourly Rate:
Cours d'instruments de musique / Applied Music: $87.76 (2024-2025)The academic year starts on September 1 and ends on August 31.
These rates do not included vacation pay nor statutory pay.
These rates will be applied until a new collective agreement is ratified. Retro will be paid after the ratification.
Course type:
DPosting type:
Regulier / RegularLanguage of instruction:
Anglais | English, Francais | FrenchCompetence in second language:
ActiveCourse Schedule:
Vendredi | Friday 8:30-10:00 - - Cours a l'annee / Year long courseRequirements:
Maitrise en musique ou l'equivalent; experience importante comme musicien violoniste; grande connaissance du repertoire d'orchestre; membre d'un d'orchestre de renom preferablement dans un poste de violon solo (violon solo associe, assistant violon solo, solo invite); experience de l'enseignement au niveau universitaire. / Master's degree in music or equivalent; extensive experience as an orchestral violinist; knowledge of orchestral repertoire; experience in and current involvement in a major orchestra, preferably at a leading post (such as concertmaster, associate or assistant concertmaster, principal or assistant principal); experience in teaching at university level.
Additional Information and/or Comments:
An acceptable level of education and/or experience could be viewed as being equivalent to the educational required and/or demonstrated experience. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any adaptive measures you might require. Information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence. Employees are required under provincial law to successfully complete all mandatory legislated training. The list of training may be modified by provincial law.
The hiring process will be governed by the current APTPUO collective agreements; you can click here for the main unit, here for the OLBI unit, or here for the Toronto/Windsor unit to find out more.
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