Phil Jones and La Bella Announce 2027 Solo Bass Contest
Phil Jones and La Bella Strings are teaming up once again to present the Solo Bass Contest on Friday, January 29, 2027. The event will be held at the Clarion Hotel in Anaheim, California to coincide with the 2027 NAMM Show.
Submissions for the contest are now being accepted, and it’s open to any and all solo bassists.
“The event puts the spotlight squarely on the individual bassist where contestants will have the opportunity to demonstrate their own musical voice and will be judged in five key categories: Originality, Technique, Groove & Timing, Dynamics, and Wow Factor,” PJB and La Bella state. “Celebrities from the bass community will present each of the contestants.”
Prizes for the top three finalists will include an assortment of gear from Phil Jones, La Bella, and other bass companies. The finalized prizes and the guest judges are yet to be announced.
“Presented by two companies with long-standing commitments to bass players — Phil Jones Bass Amplification and La Bella Strings — the contest is designed to celebrate the bass as a complete musical instrument while giving players an opportunity to showcase their talent in front of fellow musicians and members of the music industry gathered in Anaheim for NAMM,” a press release explains. “Bassists, musicians, NAMM attendees and fans of the instrument are also invited to attend.”
Submissions should be sent to Michael Albronda of Phil Jones Bass Amplification at Mike @philjonespuresound.com. Anyone interested in participating is encouraged to submit an entry as soon as possible. Further requirements and competition information will be provided upon submission.
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