# Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, bass excerpts

3 annotated excerpts; 3 on audition lists.

Classical

- [Mozart: Haffner Symphony, IV, Presto](https://arcosounds.com/repertoire/bass/mozart-35-iv-bass), The standard classical bass excerpt. Fast running passagework that has to stay light, clear, and exactly in time. Audition; Classical; Bass clef. Standard audition excerpt.
- [Mozart: Symphony No. 40, I, opening](https://arcosounds.com/repertoire/bass/mozart-40-i-bass), The pulsing accompaniment that opens the symphony, and the running bass line that follows. Tests classical style and rhythmic discipline. Advanced; Classical; Bass clef. Standard audition excerpt.
- [Mozart: Symphony No. 39, IV, Finale](https://arcosounds.com/repertoire/bass/mozart-39-iv-bass), Fast classical running passages across the instrument. A standard test of clean shifting and light articulation at speed. Audition; Classical; Bass clef. Standard audition excerpt.

Canonical source: https://arcosounds.com/repertoire/bass/composer/mozart