International Double Bass COMPETITION -
Alden Biesen * 2024
in collaboration with I.S.B. Europe
Finale with orchestra!
The 1st Prize will receive a German bow (value: 3000 euros) offered by Steffen KUHNLA (Markneukirchen) as well as a Flexocor PIRASTRO Set + a set of THOMASTIK strings
The second and third prizes will receive Set Flexocor PIRASTRO + a set of THOMASTIK strings
Each winner will also receive a "Golden Ticket" (an exclusive consultation on ropes with experts) offered by the THOMASTIK firm
Who?
The competition is open to all ; a pre-selection is organized on the basis of a video recording.
The selected candidates will present two pieces by J.S. BACH and a solo piece for the second elimination round.
The Finalists will choose between the Second Concerto by G. BOTTESINI and the Concerto by S. KOUSSEVITSKY and will be accompanied by the string orchestra STRINGENDO conducted by Pascale Van Os
Where and how?
It will be held in the great hall of the ALDEN BIESEN castle (Belgium)
Other spaces will be available for individual work.​
The place has infrastructure for accommodation and meals; Do not hesitate to contact us for more information!
When?
Tuesday August 6: from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Wednesday August 7:
Thursday August 8: from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Rehearsal with orchestra / 2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.: Final round and Prize Giving Ceremony
How much?
The SELECTION test is FREE!
Participation in the Competition is 100 euros