Trainee Repetiteur - Fixed Term

Salary: £32,500.00 per annum, pro rata
Contract: Full-Time, Fixed Term (August-December 2025)
Location: London Coliseum & other locations as required

 

We are currently looking to employ a Trainee Repetiteur, on a fixed term contract basis, from approximately August – December 2025. 

This is an excellent opportunity for those wanting to pursue a career in opera to gain practical experience as a member of Music Staff.  You will be mentored by members of the ENO Music Staff, under the supervision of the Head of Music.

As a member of the Music Staff you will make a vital contribution to the high musical standards of ENO, both in rehearsal and performance.  Candidates must have a working knowledge of operatic repertoire and possess excellent keyboard skills, with the potential to develop further in the opera industry.  Please note that ENO usually rehearses and performs everything in English and we would expect the successful candidate to be comfortable working in the English language.  All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Integral to the production process, repetiteurs accompany soloists and the chorus in the rehearsal studio and on stage. Repetiteurs possess a specific skills set; they are accomplished pianists with exemplary sight-reading, recreating orchestral timbres on the piano. Repetiteurs pride themselves on their knowledge of the repertoire, their ability to develop strong working relationships, and their understanding of the technicalities of singing for coaching purposes. The position requires individuals who thrive under pressure and demonstrate quick thinking. Key Accountabilities for Music Staff include:

  • Play piano at all types of rehearsal
  • Play for auditions
  • Play keyboard instruments as part of the Orchestra
  • Conduct offstage
  • Prepare scores including keeping a record of all word changes
  • Coach singers
  • Monitor vocal standards/give notes to singers
  • Undertake work for the ENO Engage & Development departments
  • Take part in recordings and broadcasts (subject to the Media Agreement with the Musicians’ Union).
  • Any other suitable duties relevant to the post

Please see our recruitment pack for more details.

To apply, please send along a CV and Cover Letter detailing your interest and suitability for the role to [email protected] by midday Monday 24th March 2025.

Auditions: W/C 28th April 2025

Please also submit our anonymous Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form.

 

English National Opera is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. As we work to address underrepresentation in our workforce, English National Opera particularly encourages potential candidates from underrepresented groups and communities to apply, including those from global majority backgrounds and/or with protected characteristics, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and religion and belief. We will provide appropriate support for candidates with access requirements if they identify as disabled. This includes during the application process and through candidate assessment stages.