As part of ICO’s commitment to DEI and equitable access for artistic opportunities, ICO is pleased to offer a pathway for substitute list consideration. ICO is committed to welcoming musicians from underrepresented populations. ICO is a union orchestra, operating under a collective bargaining agreement. Musicians are added to the substitute list based on the recommendation of the principal section musician in consultation with the music director. 

Application Process

First:

Submit your resume, contact information, and a recent video recording (within the last 24 months) of a solo performance by email to auditions@icomusic.org with the subject: Substitute Consideration

Recording Specifics:

• Recent recording of a solo performance (within the last 24 months)
• Five-seven standard excerpts of your choosing  
• Ten minutes of music maximum
• Issues sending the file? Email auditions@icomusic.org for other options.

Then:

• The ICO principal musician for your section will review the materials submitted within 60 days. 
• The ICO principal may then contact you for additional conversation or playing or immediately add you to their list. 

ICO Information

• Per Service Orchestra – $125.80
• Approximately 50-59 services per year (depending on contract service opportunities)
• 7.2% pension contribution for all services
• Federal mileage rate reimbursement up to $175 per contract engagement for distances more than 75 miles.
• ICO has 7 subscription concerts, 3 parks concerts, 1 education concert, and 1 benefit concert

Why you should apply:

• Exposure to a wide network of contacts
• A close working relationship with Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, known for its friendly atmosphere, innovative programming, personable Music Director and Creative Artist in Residence, and its sustained, intentional, commitment to diversity
• Opportunities to tie classical music to community engagement, education,  and visual arts
• Space for your creative ingenuity
• Outstanding part-time position!

ICO is proud to be a partner orchestra of the National Alliance for Audition Support (NAAS), an unprecedented national initiative to increase diversity in American orchestras. It will do so by offering Black and Latinx musicians a customized combination of mentoring, audition preparation, financial support, and audition reviews. Learn more at www.auditionalliance.org.

Learn more about ICO’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.