Jobs for musicians. Lots and lots of jobs.
On land and at sea.
Vocalists
- Musicians, Soloists
We don’t just want singers. We want frontmen and women who can light up a crowd with their stage presence as well as their incredible vocals! Rock and soul chops are a must; jazz and blues encouraged; and a wide repertoire that reflects these styles is essential. Let us see what you’ve got!
Unconventional Acts
- Groups, Musicians
Does your group not fit into any of our other categories – but you’re pretty sure you’ll still blow our minds? We’re all about it. Apply and enlighten us.
Trumpet
- Houseband, Musicians
Trumpets must have excellent reading skills and either a screaming high lead register, or tasty jazz improv skills, although no complaints if you can do both. If you love emulating Maynard and Clifford, then we’d love to have you on the team.
Trombone
- Houseband, Musicians
Bones must be great readers, possess a keen awareness of dynamics and phrasing, and solo nicely over jazz and blues. If your dream job is straddling Broadway, Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band, and a swingin’ combo gig on the side, sign yourself up!
Trios
- Groups, Musicians
It’s the age of the trio! We source all different kinds: soul (piano, bass, horn), folk (guitar, fiddle, bass), rock (guitar, bass, drums), and more. All must include at least one lead vocalist. Grab your two buddies, slide on over to our apply page, and unveil your sweet sounds!
Sax
- Houseband, Musicians
Alto and tenor saxophonists must be top-notch readers, killer improvisers, and obsessive about articulation and phrasing. Must double on flute and clarinet. If you’re working in the West End but missing soloing over Trane changes, apply this minute.
Piano Bar
- Musicians, Soloists
Piano bar entertainers are the ultimate human jukebox, performing everyone’s favorite sing-alongs until the early hours of the morning. You are truly there to entertain — banter and crowd rapport are just as important as the songs you sing. If your act is a combination of Billy Joel, Elton John, contemporary pop, rap, country, Broadway, and Freddie Mercury, give us a shout!
Party Bands
- Groups, Musicians
4-piece party bands must include drums, bass, at least one chordal instrument, and at least two vocalists (although the more vocals, the merrier). 5 and 6-piece bands boast an additional lead vocalist. If your band can jump from Motown to country to ‘80’s rock to Beyonce without breaking a sweat, get over to out apply page pronto!
Mainstream Duos
- Groups, Musicians
We’re always looking for duos where both members play an instrument and both sing. Instrumentation can vary – keys, bass, guitar, percussion – but both members must provide excellent vocals to he mix. Duos can either be acoustic, play along to backing tracks, or do both! If you can cover all the genres – Motown to oldies to tock to contemporary – while adding your own fresh twist, then this gig is for you!
Latin Ensembles
- Groups, Musicians
We hire duos, trios and quartets where each member plays an instrument (usually keys, bass, or percussion, although other instruments are welcome), and just as importantly, everyone sings. Backing tracks encouraged. High-energy mandatory. If you play it all – salsa, merengue, cumbia, bachata – sign up and show us what you’ve got!
Keyboards
- Houseband, Musicians
Keyboardists must be excellent readers, strong improvisers, and comp over everything from ‘80s pop to big band jazz. If you can’t decide whether your dream job is to music direct on Broadway or become the next Cory Henry, visit our apply page immediately.
Jazz Ensembles
- Groups, Musicians
Trios and quarters welcome! All groups must have drums, bass (or key-bass), at least one chordal instrument, and at least one vocalist; musician-vocalists and multi-instrumentalists ideal! Repertoire should include straight-ahead jazz and Latin, jazzy renditions of pop tunes, and some light pop and blues. Bring the spirit of the Vanguard to the middle of the ocean!
Instrumentalists
- Musicians, Soloists
Sometimes cruise lines have a need for solo instrumentalists: pianists, guitarists, violinists, saxophonists, and more. These performers must be just as engaging — boasting a wide and varied repertoire, bantering with the crowd, eagerly taking requests, and owning the stage. If you can capture a crowd with just your instrument, show us!
Guitar Soloists
- Musicians, Soloists
Guitar soloists bring the best of Dylan, Neil Young, the Beatles, and then add their twist on classic rock, ‘80’s, R&B, country and pop tunes. The ability to turn any venue into a sign-along pub is an essential part of the job. Loopers, harmonizers, harmonicas, and other gadgets are all welcome. If mash-ups, impromptu conga lines, and The Proclaimers sound like your cup of tea, hit us up!
Guitar
- Houseband, Musicians
Guitarists must have strong reading skills, great rock improv chops, and a ton of stylistic versatility. If you like shredding solos a la Van Halen but also building chord solos a la Wes Montgomery, sign on up!
Drums
- Houseband, Musicians
Drummers must have great reading skills, as well as the versatility to lead a band through songs in every genre under the sun: rock, pop, jazz, funk, Latin, and more. If you think of yourself as the lovechild of Steve Jordan, Buddy Rich and Jeff Porcaro, this is your gig.
Country Acts
- Groups, Musicians
Ain’t the whole wide world just one big country song? We need duos, trios, quartets and 5-piece brands with a deep knowledge and appreciation of country new and old – from Willie and Merle all the way to Keith, Brad, and Kenny. Whether you’re boasting pearl snap fasteners or just blue jeans, a white t-shirt and a cowboy hat, mosey on over to our apply page and give us a taste of what you can do.
Classical Ensembles
- Groups, Musicians
We’re always on the lookout for duos, trios, and quartets that can follow up Vivaldi with the theme to Pirates of the Caribbean. If you can merge the classic with the contemporary and perform it all like rock stars, come join our team and turn a ship into your own personal Carnegie Hall.
Caribbean Ensembles
- Groups, Musicians
Caribbean soloists are steel plan players who jam out to a repertoire of pop, reggae, and calypso music, using backing tracks; vocals are a plus, but not required. Duos add a second instrumentalist (usually keys or bass) who also can sing lead. Sign up, and bring island vibes out to sea!
Bass
- Houseband, Musicians
Bassists must have excellent reading skills and the versatility to perform rock, pop, jazz, funk, Latin, and more. Upright skills are a plus. If you like playing along to Tower of Power records and then listening to Christian McBride, this gig’s probably for you.
Trumpet
- Houseband, Musicians
Trumpets must have excellent reading skills and either a screaming high lead register, or tasty jazz improv skills, although no complaints if you can do both. If you love emulating Maynard and Clifford, then we’d love to have you on the team.
Trombone
- Houseband, Musicians
Bones must be great readers, possess a keen awareness of dynamics and phrasing, and solo nicely over jazz and blues. If your dream job is straddling Broadway, Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band, and a swingin’ combo gig on the side, sign yourself up!
Sax
- Houseband, Musicians
Alto and tenor saxophonists must be top-notch readers, killer improvisers, and obsessive about articulation and phrasing. Must double on flute and clarinet. If you’re working in the West End but missing soloing over Trane changes, apply this minute.
Keyboards
- Houseband, Musicians
Keyboardists must be excellent readers, strong improvisers, and comp over everything from ‘80s pop to big band jazz. If you can’t decide whether your dream job is to music direct on Broadway or become the next Cory Henry, visit our apply page immediately.
Guitar
- Houseband, Musicians
Guitarists must have strong reading skills, great rock improv chops, and a ton of stylistic versatility. If you like shredding solos a la Van Halen but also building chord solos a la Wes Montgomery, sign on up!
Drums
- Houseband, Musicians
Drummers must have great reading skills, as well as the versatility to lead a band through songs in every genre under the sun: rock, pop, jazz, funk, Latin, and more. If you think of yourself as the lovechild of Steve Jordan, Buddy Rich and Jeff Porcaro, this is your gig.
Bass
- Houseband, Musicians
Bassists must have excellent reading skills and the versatility to perform rock, pop, jazz, funk, Latin, and more. Upright skills are a plus. If you like playing along to Tower of Power records and then listening to Christian McBride, this gig’s probably for you.
Vocalists
- Musicians, Soloists
We don’t just want singers. We want frontmen and women who can light up a crowd with their stage presence as well as their incredible vocals! Rock and soul chops are a must; jazz and blues encouraged; and a wide repertoire that reflects these styles is essential. Let us see what you’ve got!
Piano Bar
- Musicians, Soloists
Piano bar entertainers are the ultimate human jukebox, performing everyone’s favorite sing-alongs until the early hours of the morning. You are truly there to entertain — banter and crowd rapport are just as important as the songs you sing. If your act is a combination of Billy Joel, Elton John, contemporary pop, rap, country, Broadway, and Freddie Mercury, give us a shout!
Instrumentalists
- Musicians, Soloists
Sometimes cruise lines have a need for solo instrumentalists: pianists, guitarists, violinists, saxophonists, and more. These performers must be just as engaging — boasting a wide and varied repertoire, bantering with the crowd, eagerly taking requests, and owning the stage. If you can capture a crowd with just your instrument, show us!
Guitar Soloists
- Musicians, Soloists
Guitar soloists bring the best of Dylan, Neil Young, the Beatles, and then add their twist on classic rock, ‘80’s, R&B, country and pop tunes. The ability to turn any venue into a sign-along pub is an essential part of the job. Loopers, harmonizers, harmonicas, and other gadgets are all welcome. If mash-ups, impromptu conga lines, and The Proclaimers sound like your cup of tea, hit us up!
Unconventional Acts
- Groups, Musicians
Does your group not fit into any of our other categories – but you’re pretty sure you’ll still blow our minds? We’re all about it. Apply and enlighten us.
Trios
- Groups, Musicians
It’s the age of the trio! We source all different kinds: soul (piano, bass, horn), folk (guitar, fiddle, bass), rock (guitar, bass, drums), and more. All must include at least one lead vocalist. Grab your two buddies, slide on over to our apply page, and unveil your sweet sounds!
Party Bands
- Groups, Musicians
4-piece party bands must include drums, bass, at least one chordal instrument, and at least two vocalists (although the more vocals, the merrier). 5 and 6-piece bands boast an additional lead vocalist. If your band can jump from Motown to country to ‘80’s rock to Beyonce without breaking a sweat, get over to out apply page pronto!
Mainstream Duos
- Groups, Musicians
We’re always looking for duos where both members play an instrument and both sing. Instrumentation can vary – keys, bass, guitar, percussion – but both members must provide excellent vocals to he mix. Duos can either be acoustic, play along to backing tracks, or do both! If you can cover all the genres – Motown to oldies to tock to contemporary – while adding your own fresh twist, then this gig is for you!
Latin Ensembles
- Groups, Musicians
We hire duos, trios and quartets where each member plays an instrument (usually keys, bass, or percussion, although other instruments are welcome), and just as importantly, everyone sings. Backing tracks encouraged. High-energy mandatory. If you play it all – salsa, merengue, cumbia, bachata – sign up and show us what you’ve got!
Jazz Ensembles
- Groups, Musicians
Trios and quarters welcome! All groups must have drums, bass (or key-bass), at least one chordal instrument, and at least one vocalist; musician-vocalists and multi-instrumentalists ideal! Repertoire should include straight-ahead jazz and Latin, jazzy renditions of pop tunes, and some light pop and blues. Bring the spirit of the Vanguard to the middle of the ocean!
Country Acts
- Groups, Musicians
Ain’t the whole wide world just one big country song? We need duos, trios, quartets and 5-piece brands with a deep knowledge and appreciation of country new and old – from Willie and Merle all the way to Keith, Brad, and Kenny. Whether you’re boasting pearl snap fasteners or just blue jeans, a white t-shirt and a cowboy hat, mosey on over to our apply page and give us a taste of what you can do.
Classical Ensembles
- Groups, Musicians
We’re always on the lookout for duos, trios, and quartets that can follow up Vivaldi with the theme to Pirates of the Caribbean. If you can merge the classic with the contemporary and perform it all like rock stars, come join our team and turn a ship into your own personal Carnegie Hall.
Caribbean Ensembles
- Groups, Musicians
Caribbean soloists are steel plan players who jam out to a repertoire of pop, reggae, and calypso music, using backing tracks; vocals are a plus, but not required. Duos add a second instrumentalist (usually keys or bass) who also can sing lead. Sign up, and bring island vibes out to sea!
Cruise lines. Hotels. Parks. They all trust Lime for talent.
Hear it from our musicians
Every time someone asks me about a cruise ship gig, the first thing I tell them to do is to hit up my buddies Sam and Fede, and they’ll take care of everything else.
Jorge Palomo
Showband bass, carnival cruise lines
As part of the Lime team, I started as a musician, as a guitarist in the showband
Pablo Nava
Lime’s auditions department
They are a fantastic group of people, and I can’t be more satisfied about the way that they do their job.
Andres Rosales
Colombia – showband guitarist, carnival cruise lines
I feel Lime has been the best way for me to get into the cruise ship world.
Alejandro Zorrilla
Showband bass, p&o cruises
Lime Entertainment really is a great agency for anyone who wants to be a cruise ship musician.
Dave Desmond
All I have to say to you guys is one big thank you.
Lyndon Davies
Piano bar entertainer, royal caribbean
Jorge Palomo
Showband bass, carnival cruise lines
Jaci Testro
Andres Rosales
Colombia – showband guitarist, carnival cruise lines
Lime Entertainment really is a great agency for anyone who wants to be a cruise ship musician.
Andres Pellegrino
Showband drums, carnival cruise lines
As part of the Lime team, I started as a musician, as a guitarist in the showband
Pablo Nava
Lime’s auditions department
I feel Lime has been the best way for me to get into the cruise ship world.
Alejandro Zorrilla
Showband bass, p&o cruises
All I have to say to you guys is one big thank you.
Lyndon Davies
Piano bar entertainer, royal caribbean
So...
why choose Lime?
I’m a musician.
Sell me on cruise ships.
Go!
Why should I apply
to be a cruise ship musician?
1
Money.
Earn it. Save it. Invest. Free yourself financially.
2
Travel.
Instead, get paid while doing it. Visit more places than you’ve dreamed possible.
3
Perform.
Now you have a stage every single night. Feed off that energy, and justify your passion.
4
Open doors.
New friendships and new relationships. Countless opportunities await.
