Overview

Overview

Practicing the bassoon can often feel like a solitary and slow process — but with the right guidance, it can become more effective and rewarding. In this focused masterclass, bassoonist Achille Dallabona shares his experience, insights, and practical tools for developing a solid, musical, and expressive technique.

With years of orchestral, solo, and teaching experience across Europe, Achille will guide you through the essential aspects of bassoon playing, including:

• How to improve technical control with efficiency and purpose
• How to approach phrasing, articulation, and intonation with clarity
• How to prepare orchestral excerpts and solo repertoire with confidence
• How to connect musical intention with physical ease

Through individual instruction, hands-on exercises, and musical discussion, this session is designed to help you play with more freedom, focus, and expression.

This masterclass is ideal for:

• Bassoon students at conservatory or university level
• Young professionals preparing for auditions
• Advanced amateurs seeking structured feedback
• Anyone looking to refine their tone, technique, and musical expression

The masterclass is available in English, German, or Italian.

Each session is tailored to the individual participant — personal, practical, and musically grounded.

Format: Live online session via YouTube (recording available). 

Participation link: The participation link will be sent via email upon booking the event.

Duration: one hour + live Q&A

Contact: Please contact - achille.dallabona@vpma.at - with any questions.

Certificate: The event is offered by the Vienna Premier Music Academy (VPMA), Academy for Highly Gifted Musicians. If you are interested in receiving the certificate, please contact: office@vpma.at 

Requirements 

All Users

• Bassoon
• Broadband Internet connection
• Webcam
• Speakers or headphones
• External or internal microphone

Event Info

Why You Should Attend This Event:

Learn from an Internationally Acclaimed Bassoonist

Gain valuable insights from Achille Dallabona, who brings years of orchestral, solo, and teaching experience across Europe.

Practical Techniques You Can Apply Right Away

Discover effective methods for improving your technique, tone, and musical expression that will help you progress efficiently from the very first lesson.

Build Confidence for Performances and Auditions

Learn strategies to prepare confidently for concerts, exams, and auditions, reducing stress and enhancing your musical presence.

Personalized and Multilingual Instruction

The masterclass is offered in English, German, and Italian, ensuring a comfortable and accessible learning experience for participants from diverse backgrounds.

Interactive and Supportive Learning Environment

Benefit from individual guidance, hands-on exercises, and the opportunity to ask questions tailored to your personal musical goals.

Whether you’re preparing orchestral excerpts, working on challenging solo pieces, or simply want to develop a more reliable technique, this masterclass offers you the tools and inspiration to take your playing to the next level.

Organiser 

Vienna Premier Music Academy (VPMA)