A Call For Musicians
Quinteto Latino Fellows Program · 2026–2027 Season
Quinteto Latino is seeking three emerging musicians (flute, oboe and bassoon) to join the Quinteto Latino Fellows Program, a performance and community engagement fellowship serving students K-12 and communities across the San Francisco Bay Area.
This program offers musicians the opportunity to:
Perform Chamber Music
in schools, community settings and concert stages.
Lead & Engage
in school residencies across the Bay Area.
Get Mentorship
from Quinteto Latino artists
and leadership
2025 - 2026 Fellows
About Quinteto Latino and the Artist Fellows Program
Founded in 2004, Quinteto Latino is a San Francisco Bay Area wind quintet dedicated to showcasing Latino composers and engaging diverse communities through music. Through its performance and advocacy work, the ensemble presents classical music by Latino/a/e artists, building bridges that connect audiences to diverse musical traditions.
In order to deepen Quinteto Latino's community and education impact, the Quinteto Latino Artist Fellows Program was created in 2023. This program supports emerging musicians who are passionate about community engagement, education, and culturally diverse classical music repertoire, while helping them develop their voice as advocates for the Latino community within the classical music field.
Quinteto Latino artists mentor the Fellows to help them bring interactive performances and music education experiences to schools and community spaces throughout the Bay Area. In addition, opportunities for teaching artistry and arts administration will be provided.
Who Should Apply
We're looking for emerging musicians who are passionate about community engagement, education, and culturally diverse classical music.
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area with close access to San Francisco
Graduate or post-graduate musicians, although seniors in undergraduate programs can be considered
Available to perform regularly during the school day from 7 AM to 3 PM
Prior experience performing community engagements at a professional level
Experience and/or interest in Latino advocacy and performing works by Latino and/or Latin American composers
Compensation: $50/hr Hourly rate - Performances, rehearsals, and meetings are paid at an hourly rate. A similar programming scope to the 2025–2026 season is expected, with over 60 services across schools and community partners throughout the Bay Area.
2025–2026 Season Impact
60+
Services performed
10
Schools served
5
Community partners
How to Apply
Submit your application with the following materials before the deadline.
Resume: Showing performance and community engagement experience.
Three Short Essay Responses: Written answers to the following prompts:
What does "advocacy" mean to you in your journey as a performer?
Tell us a story about any part of this job that you have experience with.
Why are you interested in the Quinteto Latino Fellows Program?
Video Performance: One short video performance of a work by an under-represented composer.