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277: Florian Pertzborn on Europoean orchestral experiences
Episode 277

277: Florian Pertzborn on Europoean orchestral experiences

Contrabass Conversations · Jason Heath

November 23, 201622m 13s

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Show Notes

Florian Pertzborn launched the European Orchestra Experience Award for the BASSEUROPE Orchestral Competition this year in Prague.

The recipients were:
  • 1st prize: Luzia Vieira
  • 2nd prize: Zuzana Blahova
  • 3rd prize: Andrea Cocco

Florian and I got a chance to sit down in the beautiful courtyard of the HAMU in Prague to discuss this competition. We talk about why Florian launched this and what benefits he sees it bringing to young double bassists.

We also cover:

  • life as a musician in Porto, Portugal
  • a typical season for Casa da Música (Florian's orchestra)
  • the international makeup of this orchestra.

It was great to chat with Florian! He's a great guy and is working hard to provide opportunities for young bassists across Europe.

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