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The Bayerische Staatsoper is seeking choir singers in the soprano, mezzo-soprano/alto, and baritone voice ranges for the Chorakademie des Bayerischen Staatsopernchores, effective January 1, 2027.
With over 400 events and 600,000 visitors a year, the Bayerische Staatsoper is one of the most renowned international cultural institutions. Over 40 opera productions from repertoires spanning five centuries and more than 20 ballet productions from the 19th century to the present day are performed in a single season, as well as concerts and recitals.
The main venue is the Munich National Theatre, the largest opera house in Germany and one of the most beautiful in Europe. Other venues include the Prinzregententheater and the Cuvilliéstheater. The Bayerische Staatsoper looks back on a rich history, but is forward-looking in its programme and ideas.
At the Chorakademie des Bayerischen Staatsopernchores , founded in January 2026, emerging singers have the opportunity to gain the practical professional experience necessary for a career as an opera chorus singer—under highly professional conditions alongside experienced stage professionals from the Bayerische Staatsopernchor. They receive further training in music and stage performance and are integrated into the opera operations of a major repertory house. The choir academy students receive a monthly stipend from the Bayerische Staatsoper.
Your requirements:
• Bachelor's, Master's or concert examination in singing at a music university or completed studies
• age limit: 28 years
• German language skills are desirable
• ability to sight-sing
• performing skills, interest for scenic work on stage
• ability to work in a team
• flexibility
• intercultural competence
What we offer you:
• a scholarship of euros 1000,- per month, which can be drawn tax-free
• intensive insights into the profession as a member of a renowned opera choir; participation in major choral works of our current season
• participation in productions and concerts
• participation in workshops and masterclasses in singing and scenic performance
• the BSO provides support in finding accommodation in Munich
We look forward to receiving your application! The application deadline is October 30, 2026. We accept applications through the muvac portal. Click here to apply directly. In addition to your resume, please include links to recordings of two arias with piano accompaniment and let us know to what extent you already have experience in ensemble singing and opera chorus.
The required arias and chorus parts will be announced with the invitation to the audition. Unfortunately, travel expenses to the audition cannot be reimbursed. The audition will take place on November 9, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the Bayerische Staatsoper. The required arias and chorus parts will be announced with the invitation to the audition. Unfortunately, travel expenses to the audition cannot be reimbursed.
The Bayerische Staatsoper is committed to the employment of severely disabled people. Severely disabled applicants will be given preferential consideration if their suitability is otherwise essentially equal. Applications from people with a migration background are welcome.
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Our official data protection officer is at your disposal at the following address for questions concerning our data processing:
Bayerische Staatsoper Data Protection Officer
Max-Joseph-Platz 2
80539 Munich
[email protected]
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Der Bayerische Landesbeauftragte für Datenschutz
Wagmüllerstr. 18
80538 Munich
+49 89 21 26 72 0
[email protected]
The Bayerische Staatsoper is committed to the employment of severely disabled persons. Severely disabled applicants will be given preferential consideration if their suitability is otherwise essentially equal. In order to achieve equality between women and men, there is a particular interest in applications from women. Applications from people with a migration background are welcome.