The Job : The
Bass position is very demanding since he or she must sight-read show
charts that are completely written-out. Led by the Musical Director,
the Show band is the ship's main orchestra backing all shows and performers
on the main stage.
A typical 7 day cruise would consist of three different hour-long
Broadway-style revue shows performed with a click track, and four
Variety Shows in which the Show Band accompanies specialty acts such
as comedians, jugglers, magicians, singers and virtuoso instrumentalists
who are flown in for short contracts. Because the showroom accommodates
only half of the passengers at a time, two shows are performed each
night. (It’s called “first” and “second”
seating). Please note that as of December 1, 2002, the instrumentation
of the show band has changed to the following :
The purpose of this change it to move towards a more Contemporary
sounding unit (More like the David Letterman Band or the Jay Leno
Band type of sound). New requirements for these instrumentalists
are excellent knowledge of the contemporary styles and grooves.
Excellent sight-reading is still a requirement.
The Deal : This
job offer does not constitute a binding agreement. The job will
be yours only after ProShip's account executive has confirmed it
with you. You will be paid in US dollars and your room and board
and transportation (from North America) will be provided to you
free of charge. ProShip will coordinate all travel arrangements
(for you and your equipment) and assist you in processing all necessary
documents such as contracts, letters of employment, passports, visas,
vaccination certificates, customs declaration forms and hotel reservations
(when necessary).
Life at Sea : Space
is the most valuable commodity on a seagoing vessel; therefore you
will be sharing a cabin with one other musician. And to ensure the
ship’s cleanliness, you really will get maid service! All meals
and buffets are provided free of charge. The food on board is good,
varied and well balanced; and, because the portions are large and
the food rich, be prepared to gain a few pounds. But there’s
always the gym, water-sports, long walks on the beach …
The Audition : At
ProShip Entertainment we personally audition every candidate to ensure
that each musician we hire meets the performance and sight-reading
caliber we require. Only the finest musicians will be offered work.
If you are interested fill the following form and a ProShip representative
will contact you.
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