Every year we host internationally known double bass performers and teachers and depending on their availability the schedule and offerings might fluctuate. A typical day might look like:
The faculty for 2023 will include:
There will be opportunities to play in masterclasses as well as group lessons or individual lessons. It is recommended that you have some musical selections on-hand however it isn’t mandatory.
Bass Fest will assign music for small ensembles and Bass Orchestra. You will need to print this, practice it, and bring with you each day.
No instruments will be provided. You need to provide everything you need to rehearse and perform each day: bass, bow, rosin, rockstop, stool(if used), and music. There is overnight storage for instruments for your convenience.
Bass Fest will make small ensemble and Bass Orchestra music assignments at the beginning of June. Please print and have with you each day.
Checks payable to SDSU CMS Also, include “Bass Fest DONATION” in the memo section of the check to ensure proper processing.
Mail checks to:
SDSU Community Music School
Attn:Carina Voly – Bass Fest
5500 Campanile Dr
San Diego, CA 92182-7902
San Diego Bass Fest and the San Diego Community Music School keeps the costs as low as possible while maintaining an internationally recognized faculty in order to make it as amazing for as many students as possible.
There are no merit based scholarship, however there are a few need-based scholarships and work-study scholarship on a case-by-case basis. Students 18 and under are prioritized for these scholarships.
All scholarship requests should be made by the end of April for consideration. Please email sdsucommunitymusic@sdsu.edu if you would like to inquire about this possibility.
If you must cancel, please do so as early as possible so that we can make appropriate changes in the workshop schedule and ensemble personnel. If you cancel and do so prior to June 5th, you will receive a refund minus a $50.00 administrative fee. Cancellations after June 5th will not be refunded.