Our Steel Pan Soloists help to provide authentic destination-based experiences for our guests on select Caribbean itineraries. Performance/repertoire focuses on genre-appropriate classics, and reinterpretations of pop favorites to show the flexibility of the instrument. Steel Pan Soloists can offer acoustic performances, but also rely on high-quality backing tracks to support sets to match the ambience and energy of a space. In addition to routine performances, Steel Pan Soloists are our onboard experts leading guests in Steel Pan classes when offered onboard.

Steel Pan Soloists are expected to:

• Perform on their instrument as scheduled by the Music Manager not more than 35 hours in a week, averaged not more than 5 hours per day, with performance schedules of 2-4 sets typical;
• Dress professionally in business casual attire or tuxedo / formal wear as appropriate, with “Theater Blacks” available as-needed;
• Join into a shared cabin with one other teammate;
• Attend regular trainings and meetings as part of life onboard;
• Take part in regular safety exercises and In-Port-Manning duties;
• Enthusiastically engage with guests and teammates as part of live performances, on- and off-stage; and
• Rehearse with other musicians for special performances and/or complete personal practice as-needed.

Benefits of performing with Princess Cruises include:

• Variety of itineraries and locations;
• Negotiable starting salaries based on qualifications;
• Eligibility for discounted cruise fares after one year of service;
• Partial reimbursements on Seafarer's Medical Fitness Certificate costs;
• Reimbursements on certain baggage/travel costs;
• Company-provided travel to and from the assigned vessel (subject to visa and legal considerations, through select major airports);
• Company-provided accommodations when traveling to the assigned vessel (subject to scheduling needs); and
• Access to certain guest areas, facilities, and amenities, on an as-available basis (subject to Captain's Standing Orders and any health guidance in effect).

Video auditions / showreels are required -- YouTube links are the preferred method. Interviews / auditions are planned and scheduled on a case-by-case basis and focus on:

• Repertoire;
• Stage Presence; and
• English proficiency.

If this position is not open for application, navigate to www.princesscruisesentertainment.com/auditions to apply for an upcoming audition slot.