John Parker of the Houston Symphony has been offered a trial for the position of Principal Trumpet of the Philadelphia Orchestra on 05/09/23. Super-finalists included John Parker and James Vaughen. The audition was previously held in October, 2022 at which time the audition resulted in a no-hire. NOVEMBER 2023 UPDATE: John Parker did not pass his trial. The position remains vacant and further audition proceedings by the POA are currently TBD.
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The Philadelphia Orchestra has announced the appointment of Esteban Batallán, principal trumpet of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, as their principal trumpet, beginning September 18, 2024. Huge news for the trumpet and orchestra world.
Anyone hear anything new on this one?
What's the next step here? I have heard some rumblings about an upcoming audition, but there hasn't been one posted. Private audition? Curious to see how they fill this prominent position.
Worth noting that the three other finalists from last May - James Vaughen, Stuart Stephenson, and Steven Franklin - have all played guest principal since January. Then again, they are all probably on the sub list anyway.
Word is spreading that the position is open once again.