We are deeply moved by the passion, dedication, and artistry on display today, and we sincerely hope that this encounter will continue to grow into a lasting platform for exchange, education, and musical excellence across borders.
— Wilhelm Heckel GmbH
This award supports a talented bassoon student currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program who demonstrates outstanding artistic potential, the ability to further develop their artistry, and a need for support in their professional studies and musical journey.
Application Deadline: October 1, 2026
The Prize: Wilhelm Heckel New Bocal (1): Winner’s choice, but no trial
Prize Sponsor: Wilhelm Heckel GmbH
1.One-page resume (English): A-one page resume outlining the applicant’s education, performance experience, awards, and other significant musical activities.
2.Personal video essay (English 5-7 mins): Please share your musical journey and future goals. Describe how this award would support your professional bassoon studies and contribute to your growth as an artist.
3.Teacher’s Recommendation Letter (English): A letter from the applicant’s primary teacher or mentor confirming their dedication, artistic potential, and commitment to musical development. Submission: Recommendation letters must be sent directly by the recommender to bassoonmeetup@gmail.com.The Award Committee may contact recommenders for additional information or follow-up.
4.Video Performance
Required Repertoire: The concerto must be performed with a pianist.
The application must include a video performance of the following:
Concerto (choose one):
W. A. Mozart: Bassoon Concerto in B-flat Major, K. 191
First Movement (without Cadenza, complete)
Second Movement (through the reprise)
OR
C. M. von Weber: Bassoon Concerto in F Major, Op. 75
First Movement (complete)
Second Movement (complete)
Orchestral Excerpts
Mozart: Le nozze di Figaro
bars 1-7, bars 101-123, bars 156-171, bars 214-236
Beethoven: Symphony No. 4 (Fourth Movement)
bars 15 -25, bars 184-189, bars 300-312, bars 347-355
Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade
II. Andantino bar 5 to A, 1 after, and Recit Moderato assai L – M
Ravel: Boléro
Rehearsal 2 to 3.
Stravinsky: The Firebird
183 to 4 measures after 184, 186 to 187
Stravinsky: Le Sacre du printemps (The Rite of Spring)
Beginning to 1 measure after 3,12 to 4 measures after 12
Before submitting your application, please email bassoonmeetup@gmail.com to receive the orchestral excerpts packet. Please note that excerpt packets are not sent automatically. Allow a few days for a response.**
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
No audio or video editing is permitted within performance segments. Applicants may select their best take; however, any evidence of cuts, splicing, or pitch correction, or other digital manipulation will result in disqualification.
Video should be recorded in a well-lit environment with the primary light source in front of the performer. The camera must clearly capture your full range of motion, including both your hands and the entire instrument. If performing with a pianist, both performers should be visible in the recording.
The adjudicators’ decisions are final. No communication members of jury regarding the result or evaluation is permitted.
The jury serves the right to disqualify any applicants who violates the competition rules or submission requirements.
Prizes will be distributed directly to winners by sponsoring companies and organizations.
If a prize winner is unable to accept a prize, no cash equivalent or substitution will be provide.
REGISTRATION
Registration is free of charge. Prospective participants are required to complete and submit the official application form. Within the form, applicants will be asked to provide links to: (1) a one-page resume, (2) a video essay, and (3) their performance video.
(4) The teacher's recommendation letter must be sent directly by your teacher to the International Bassoon Meetup Gmail account.
Please use the following Google Form to submit your application: