Scottish Opera
Updated: 03 September 2025 | 15:24 PM
Agreement
Agreements between Scottish Opera and the MU for employed and self-employed (extras and deputies) orchestral musicians.
Rates of pay for freelance players effective from 1 April 2025
Opera fees per 3 hour session
| Tutti |
Sub-Principal |
Principal |
Section Principal |
| £91.74 |
£95.66 |
£99.53 |
£111.27 |
Concerts, education and outreach
| Tutti |
Sub-Principal |
Principal |
Section Principal |
| £132.46 |
£137.63 |
£152.75 |
£183.12 |
Contact details
Orchestra and Concerts Director: Jay Allen
The Orchestra of Scottish Opera, 39 Elmbank Crescent, Glasgow, G2 4PT
0141 242 0561
information@scottishopera.org.uk
MU Steward: Sian Holding
MU H&S Representatives: Lev Atlas
For more information please see the full agreement.