With far over 100 major symphony orchestras, more than the rest of the world combined, Germany offers excellent opportunities of employment for classical musicians. (Also see Apprenticeship programs and substitute work under Studying in Germany).

The latest job openings and detailed information, in German only, can be found at VioWorld.com under the heading "Stellenmarkt für Musiker: Kontrabaß".)

The publishers Schott Music International publish a monthly professional journal, "Das Orchester", which contains monthly announcements for job openings in Germany. This month Schott lists over 30 openings for doublebass.