The KSO Principal Clarinet (as with all KSO salaried players) is to be an ambassador for the orchestra in the community through education and civic engagement activities, and orchestral and chamber music performances. The KSO will be the primary employer and will have first priority on availability including daytime availability. As a KSO salaried player, residence in or near the Kalamazoo area is required.
2007-08 Salary/Benefits: $25,000, plus 80% of individual health coverage, disability insurance. Contribution toward family coverage: $1300 – two person/$1850 - family. *
Contractual Service Maximum: 215 Services*
*2008-2009 rates and terms subject to ratification of new Master Agreement.
Typical Division of Services (based on past years):
Orchestra Rehearsals and Concerts: 75-90 services
Chamber Concerts & Rehearsals 6-10
School Ensembles Services: 25
Other Individual or Ensemble Education: 10-20
Private Teaching: 34 (1 service/week)
Junior Symphony Ensemble Coaching: 4-6
Auditions: 2-6
Other: 5-15