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Begüm Aslan Composition Prize 2025: Singing Double Bass
Timeline
Submission period
Mon Mar 10 at 05AM UTC
End of submission period
Sun May 18 at 09:59PM UTC
Results date
Mon Jun 30 at 04PM UTCEntry or Course Fee
Application fee 30 €
The Begüm Aslan Composition Prize 2025: Singing Double Bass is now open for submissions! We invite composers from around the world to submit original compositions specifically written for solo double bass and coloratura soprano voice. This competition provides a unique opportunity for composers to create groundbreaking works for these two challenging instruments played simultaneously by one performer.
Competition Details:
Eligibility: Open to composers worldwide, of all ages and nationalities.
Composition Requirements:
Duration: Approximately 5 minutes.
Instrumentation: Solo 4-string double bass and coloratura soprano voice (vocal range C3 to G6 max.) The piece must be performable by a single musician playing the double bass and singing at the same time. No electronics are allowed.
The vocal part can be in any language (including contemporary or experimental text) and must be legible and clear for the performer. If using a non-Latin script, an IPA transcription must be provided. Score Format: Submit in PDF format (handwritten or notation software). Optional MIDI recording.
Application Fee:
€30 (non-refundable) to cover administrative costs and competition organization. Payment via PayPal or bank transfer.
Prizes:
First Prize: €600 monetary award.
Recognition: Five finalists will be selected for professional exposure.
Professional Recording: The six selected composers (First Prize + 5 finalists) will have their works professionally recorded by Begüm Aslan and released on streaming platforms.
Performances: The six selected works will be performed at least three concerts during the upcoming season 2026.
The number of prize winners is subject to change if necessary.
Submission Process:
Deadline: May 18, 2025.
Submissions will be evaluated anonymously. Composers must use a unique 5-character code for their submission.
Submit your composition via the Google Form.
Jury Panel:
A distinguished panel of musicians will judge the submissions, including:
Nabil Shehata (former Principal Bassist, Berliner Philharmoniker; Professor, Barenboim-Said Academy, Conductor)
Alexandra Scott (Professor, Hochschule für Musik München)
Paul Cannon (Double Bassist, Ensemble Modern)
Sophie Lücke (Professor, Hochschule für Musik Lübeck and Solo-Double Bassist of Ensemble Resonanz in Hamburg)
Professor Dr. Dr. James S. Helgeson (Musicology and Composition, the Dean of the Barenboim-Said Academy)
Begüm Aslan (Double Bassist and Soprano)
Nicolas Crosse (Double bassist, Ensemble Intercontemporain)
Stephen Mulligan (Conductor, Composer)
Details are available at web pages:
https://sites.google.com/view/beguem-aslan-composition-prize/competition?authuser=0
Competition Details:
Eligibility: Open to composers worldwide, of all ages and nationalities.
Composition Requirements:
Duration: Approximately 5 minutes.
Instrumentation: Solo 4-string double bass and coloratura soprano voice (vocal range C3 to G6 max.) The piece must be performable by a single musician playing the double bass and singing at the same time. No electronics are allowed.
The vocal part can be in any language (including contemporary or experimental text) and must be legible and clear for the performer. If using a non-Latin script, an IPA transcription must be provided. Score Format: Submit in PDF format (handwritten or notation software). Optional MIDI recording.
Application Fee:
€30 (non-refundable) to cover administrative costs and competition organization. Payment via PayPal or bank transfer.
Prizes:
First Prize: €600 monetary award.
Recognition: Five finalists will be selected for professional exposure.
Professional Recording: The six selected composers (First Prize + 5 finalists) will have their works professionally recorded by Begüm Aslan and released on streaming platforms.
Performances: The six selected works will be performed at least three concerts during the upcoming season 2026.
The number of prize winners is subject to change if necessary.
Submission Process:
Deadline: May 18, 2025.
Submissions will be evaluated anonymously. Composers must use a unique 5-character code for their submission.
Submit your composition via the Google Form.
Jury Panel:
A distinguished panel of musicians will judge the submissions, including:
Nabil Shehata (former Principal Bassist, Berliner Philharmoniker; Professor, Barenboim-Said Academy, Conductor)
Alexandra Scott (Professor, Hochschule für Musik München)
Paul Cannon (Double Bassist, Ensemble Modern)
Sophie Lücke (Professor, Hochschule für Musik Lübeck and Solo-Double Bassist of Ensemble Resonanz in Hamburg)
Professor Dr. Dr. James S. Helgeson (Musicology and Composition, the Dean of the Barenboim-Said Academy)
Begüm Aslan (Double Bassist and Soprano)
Nicolas Crosse (Double bassist, Ensemble Intercontemporain)
Stephen Mulligan (Conductor, Composer)
Details are available at web pages:
https://sites.google.com/view/beguem-aslan-composition-prize/competition?authuser=0
