International Double Bass Competition / Categories A, B, C
NAMUR * 2026
Category A: 7-10 years*
Based on the identity card
1. Required work: John Williams: "Yoda's Theme" (from the film "The Empire Strikes Back" by G. Lucas) arrgt E. Mathot (piano accompaniment here)
2. : A piece or project of your choice (piece from the repertoire, but also improvisation, in any artistic style of less than 4 minutes).
Category B: 11-14 years old*
Based on the identity card
1. Required piece: John Williams: "The Raiders March" , arr. E. Mathot (piano accompaniment, full orchestra / solo version)
2. A piece or project of your choice (a piece from the repertoire, but also an improvisation, in any artistic style, less than 6 minutes long).
Category C: 15-18 years old.*
Based on the identity card
1. Required piece: John WILLIAMS: "Schindler's List" (film theme) ( piano accompaniment, orchestral accompaniment / solo version )
2. A piece or project of your choice (a piece from the repertoire, but also an improvisation, in any artistic style, less than 12 minutes long)
An accompanist is provided for the tests, but candidates may come accompanied by their pianist or a duo partner if they wish.