(i) For ROC (Taiwan) nationals, each point is equivalent to NT$165.3, resulting in a monthly salary between NT$54,218 and NT$70,087. 
(ii) For foreign nationals, each point is equivalent to NT$206.2, resulting in a monthly salary between NT$67,633 and NT$87,428. 

All the forms and supporting documents related to the enrollment must be sent by registered mail. Please download the enrollment forms and the orchestral excerpts from the our website, fill in the application forms, attach relevant documents (such as diplomas) and send them by registered mail to the Personnel Office of the National Taiwan Symphony Orchestra, located at No. 738-2, Zhongzheng Rd., Wufeng Dist., Taichung City 41341, Taiwan (R.O.C). Please indicate on the envelope “Application for Principal Timpanist".

Audition methods and schedule:
(i) Preliminary round: All applicants will undergo an initial screening based on 
their submitted documents to verify eligibility.
(ii) Video-recording round: Only those who pass the preliminary round will 
proceed to the video screening stage. All applicants will be notified of their 
screening results by September 1, 2025. Applicants who pass the video 
screening will advance to the live audition.
(iii) Live audition: The live audition will be scheduled on a selected date between 
September 8 and 9, 2025. Candidates who pass this stage will proceed to the 
concert performances and final interview with the NTSO Director.
(iv) Concert performance and interview with the NTSO Director: Candidates 
who pass the live audition will perform a concert program (two 
performances, including rehearsals) with the orchestra, scheduled for 
September 13 and 14, 2025, at Weiwuying Concert Hall and National 
Concert Hall. Following the performances, the candidate will be evaluated 
by a professional review committee. A result of “Accepted,” subject to final 
approval by the NTSO Director, will constitute a formal offer of 
appointment.

Audition methods and schedule:
(i) Preliminary round: All applicants will undergo an initial screening based on 
their submitted documents to verify eligibility.
(ii) Video-recording round: Only those who pass the preliminary round will 
proceed to the video screening stage. All applicants will be notified of their 
screening results by September 1, 2025. Applicants who pass the video 
screening will advance to the live audition.
(iii) Live audition: The live audition will be scheduled on a selected date between 
September 8 and 9, 2025. Candidates who pass this stage will proceed to the 
concert performances and final interview with the NTSO Director.
(iv) Concert performance and interview with the NTSO Director: Candidates 
who pass the live audition will perform a concert program (two 
performances, including rehearsals) with the orchestra, scheduled for 
September 13 and 14, 2025, at Weiwuying Concert Hall and National 
Concert Hall. Following the performances, the candidate will be evaluated 
by a professional review committee. A result of “Accepted,” subject to final 
approval by the NTSO Director, will constitute a formal offer of 
appointment.

Audition methods and schedule:
(i) Preliminary round: All applicants will undergo an initial screening based on 
their submitted documents to verify eligibility.
(ii) Video-recording round: Only those who pass the preliminary round will 
proceed to the video screening stage. All applicants will be notified of their 
screening results by September 1, 2025. Applicants who pass the video 
screening will advance to the live audition.
(iii) Live audition: The live audition will be scheduled on a selected date between 
September 8 and 9, 2025. Candidates who pass this stage will proceed to the 
concert performances and final interview with the NTSO Director.
(iv) Concert performance and interview with the NTSO Director: Candidates 
who pass the live audition will perform a concert program (two 
performances, including rehearsals) with the orchestra, scheduled for 
September 13 and 14, 2025, at Weiwuying Concert Hall and National 
Concert Hall. Following the performances, the candidate will be evaluated 
by a professional review committee. A result of “Accepted,” subject to final 
approval by the NTSO Director, will constitute a formal offer of 
appointment.