Audition
Bringing Music to Life Since 1829
Job Opportunity: 2nd Flute/Piccolo
The New Holland Band New Holland, Pennsylvania
Position Type: 1099 Independent Contractor | Community Band
Application Deadline: November 1, 2025
About Us: Founded in 1829, The New Holland Band is the nation's second oldest community 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 a talented and committed musician to fill a vacancy for 2nd
Flute/Piccolo. This position calls for an advanced flutist with strong musicianship, excellent technical ability, and a
passion for performing classic and contemporary concert band literature.
Responsibilities:
Perform as 2nd Flute and Piccolo 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 flute and piccolo. Ability to perform Stars and Stripes piccolo obligato by memory is
preferred.
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 if available, a recording sample demonstrating both flute and piccolo
performance to:
info@newhollandband.org Subject Line: “2nd Flute/Piccolo Application – The New Holland Band”
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