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Concorso Bottesini 9th edition 21 - 27 October 2024, Crema (Italy)
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Concorso Bottesini


È allo strumentista, compositore e direttore d’orchestra cremasco Giovanni Bottesini – il quale nell’Ottocento, con le sue geniali soluzioni tecniche, seppe far assurgere uno strumento “di spalla” come il contrabbasso alla dignità di interprete solista – che si intitola il Concorso internazionale per contrabbassisti “Giovanni Bottesini”: una manifestazione musicale praticamente unica nel suo genere e, come dimostrato dalle sue diverse edizioni, seguita e apprezzata a livello mondiale. Ogni tre anni esso riunisce a Crema giovani ma già esperti esecutori delle più diverse nazionalità, desiderosi di sottoporsi al vaglio della giuria internazionale di virtuosi presieduta dal maestro Franco Petracchi. Il severo programma da predisporre e le rigorose prove selettive culminano nel concerto finale che, con la proclamazione dei vincitori e l’assegnazione dei premi, costituisce una vera e propria consacrazione ufficiale per gli addetti ai lavori. Accanto alle audizioni ufficiali (aperte al pubblico a partire dalla seconda prova), il concorso prevede generalmente anche delle manifestazioni collaterali dedicate a Giovanni Bottesini o allo strumento che lo rese celebre: concerti sinfonici e cameristici, pubblicazioni di musica inedita, esposizioni di strumenti antichi e moderni.

🎶 La magia dell’opera, in un luogo speciale.Venerdì 23 ottobre, l’abside del Teatro San Domenico di Crema si trasforma i...
16/10/2026

🎶 La magia dell’opera, in un luogo speciale.

Venerdì 23 ottobre, l’abside del Teatro San Domenico di Crema si trasforma in una cornice suggestiva per una serata dedicata alla bellezza della musica lirica.

Protagonista sarà il soprano Charlotte Langner, vincitrice del 2° premio del Concorso Lirico Internazionale di Portofino - CLIP 2026, accompagnata al pianoforte dal Maestro Massimiliano Bullo. ✨

📍 Teatro San Domenico – Crema
📅 Venerdì 23 ottobre
🕘 Ore 21.00
🎟️ Ingresso libero fino a esaurimento posti

Vi aspettiamo!

14/10/2026

✨ The Salotto Bottesini series continues!

Our next guest is Maestra who takes us back to the beginning of her musical journey, sharing how she first discovered the double bass and how she embarked on her extraordinary career.

A story of passion, talent, and life-changing choices, offering a closer look at the journey of one of the leading figures on the international music scene. 🎶


🎶 CAVALLI350📅 Mercoledì 21 ottobre | Ore 21.00 📍 Sala Pietro da Cemmo, CremaUn omaggio a Francesco Cavalli, nel 350° ann...
14/10/2026

🎶 CAVALLI350
📅 Mercoledì 21 ottobre | Ore 21.00 📍 Sala Pietro da Cemmo, Crema

Un omaggio a Francesco Cavalli, nel 350° anniversario della sua morte, nella sua città natale: una serata speciale dedicata alla bellezza e all’eredità della sua musica.
Protagonista del concerto sarà Valentina Ferrarese , vincitrice del 1° Premio Cavalli Monteverdi Competition - CMC 2025.

🎼 Al termine del concerto saranno annunciati i candidati ammessi al terzo turno di audizioni.

💛 La musica incontra la solidarietà: nel corso della serata sarà organizzata una raccolta fondi a favore della Fondazione Alba Anffas Crema , per sostenere il laboratorio di Teatro Sociale "Officina25".

🎟 Ingresso libero.

Vi aspettiamo per celebrare insieme la grande musica e sostenere un progetto che valorizza l’inclusione attraverso il teatro.

🎻 International Bottesini Competition | 10th EditionA week dedicated to music, talent, and the beauty of the double bass...
13/10/2026

🎻 International Bottesini Competition | 10th Edition
A week dedicated to music, talent, and the beauty of the double bass.

From 19 to 25 October 2026, we look forward to welcoming you to Crema to celebrate the remarkable legacy of Giovanni Bottesini and enjoy a rich programme of musical and cultural events.

✨ Discover the programme and join us!

📍 Crema, Italy | 19–25 October 2026

08/10/2026

As we get ready to celebrate the 10th edition of the International Bottesini Competition, we’re looking back at some special moments from our Salotto Bottesini. 🎶

During the 9th edition, we had the pleasure of meeting and interviewing the Competition’s distinguished jury members.

In this special conversation, our Artistic Director Enrico Fagone interviews Luis Cabrera, who shares personal memories of his teacher, Rinat Ibragimov, winner of the very first edition of the International Bottesini Competition.

A beautiful story of music, memories, and generations, connecting the past and present of IBC. ✨🎻

🎻 This year again, IBC is dedicating a special space to the art of lutherie.An opportunity to celebrate those who, with ...
24/09/2026

🎻 This year again, IBC is dedicating a special space to the art of lutherie.
An opportunity to celebrate those who, with skill, passion and dedication, craft the wonderful instrument that accompanies double bass players.

Are you a luthier and would like to showcase your instruments and work?

📅 Sunday, October 25, on the occasion of the 10th edition of the International Bottesini Competition, we will host the Luthierie Expo: a space dedicated to artisans and their creations, where they can meet musicians, enthusiasts and professionals from the world of the double bass.

👉 You can request your exhibition space by October 12.
🔗 Click the link for more information and to request your space: https://sl1nk.com/13sflq4

🎻 DOUBLE BASS MASTERCLASSA truly special opportunity to meet and study with the judges.On Saturday, October 24, in Cre...
22/09/2026

🎻 DOUBLE BASS MASTERCLASS

A truly special opportunity to meet and study with the judges.

On Saturday, October 24, in Cremona, at the Accademia Stauffer, join the free Double Bass Masterclasses, organised in collaboration with the Fondazione Stauffer.
A day of high-level training, exchange and music, open to all double bassists who want to challenge themselves and experience a unique opportunity to learn from leading professionals.

📍 Cremona - Accademia Stauffer
📅 Saturday, October 24
🎻 Free masterclasses
⏰ Registration open until October 21

👉 Don’t miss this opportunity - click and apply: https://www.bottesinicompetition.it/ibc-2026/

For the 10th edition of IBC, we are delighted to welcome Maestro ALBERTO BOCINI to the jury 🤩He took part in the very fi...
21/09/2026

For the 10th edition of IBC, we are delighted to welcome Maestro ALBERTO BOCINI to the jury 🤩
He took part in the very first edition of the competition in 1989, and now returns to IBC as a jury member.

A connection with the competition that continues through the years. 🎻
Alberto Bocini

🎻 The names are officially here!Following the selection conducted by Maestro Enrico Fagone , together with Maestros Xu L...
21/09/2026

🎻 The names are officially here!

Following the selection conducted by Maestro Enrico Fagone , together with Maestros Xu Luo and Alberto Bocini, we can finally reveal the protagonists of the Second Round of the auditions.

These are the talented musicians who will perform live in Crema and have the opportunity to celebrate a very special milestone with us: the 10th edition of the International Bottesini Competition. ✨

👉 Swipe to discover all the names and join us in congratulating these extraordinary young musicians!

🎻 Once again this year, we are delighted to offer our winners high-level prizes, designed to support and encourage the t...
15/09/2026

🎻 Once again this year, we are delighted to offer our winners high-level prizes, designed to support and encourage the talent of young musicians.

The 3 finalists will each receive a prestigious set of Pirastro strings.

🙏 A heartfelt thank you to Pirastro for once again standing by our side and for believing with us in the value and future of young talent.

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