Audition Training Program
Leading orchestral players coach small group of students interested in increasing their chances of success in orchestral auditions.
Education, Guidance & Experience
Each class includes 1h of one-on-one training each month. The program includes:
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Preparation orchestral excerpts
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Concertos
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Mock audition practice
The year long program includes 10 group workshops, planned at the availability of all students and professor.
Workshops take place at the Davidsbündler Academy:
Laan van Meerdervoort 215
1075VS, The Hague
The Netherlands
About Nicholas
As a double bassist, Nicholas has long distinguished himself as one of the best of his generation. He is a laureate of multiple international competitions, including being the youngest winner ever of the International Society of Bassists Solo Competition and commission prize. He was also the first double bassist to win the Stulberg International String Competition (in a unanimous vote) and its Bach Festival Society Award in its 43 year history. With renowned pianist, Anna Fedorova he has formed the “Oyster Duo” performing on both the double bass and cello.
In 2013, Nicholas became a tenured bassist of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam, widely known as one of the greatest orchestras in the world. He formerly played with the Berlin Philharmonic as a Karajan Academist, and in the USA with the Boston Symphony and Pops orchestras. His own teachers include Matthew McDonald and Edwin Barker. From 2010-2016 he was a member of the Verbier Festival and Chamber Orchestra.
In addition to his numerous concert performances, Nicholas enjoys teaching privately and giving master classes. He is a mentor in the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra’s Academy program and a guest professor at the Royal Conservatory in The Hague. He is also an award winning jazz bassist, sharing the stage with distinguished artists such as Mark O'Connor and Russell Malone and Clark Terry.
Conditions
€1250
Students over 21 are subject to 21% VAT (€262,50)
Apply
Please complete the form to apply.
The Stichting Davidsbündler Foundation is sometimes able to offer partial or full scholarships to talented students to help with the cost of any of the programs of the Davidsbundler Music Academy. Scholarships are granted on a combination of financial need & artistic potential and are subject to availability. To be eligible for a partial or full scholarship depends on your or your parents or guardians' financial situation. You will need to provide us with proof of income such as pay stubs, tax returns, (un)employment letter, or bank statements. Note: In some cases applying for a scholarship may have an effect on being able to participate in the program or project.
To obtain the Scholarship application form please send an email to info@davidsbundleracademy.com