Quad City Bass Fest

Augustana College will host the first Quad City Bass Fest, a day-long workshop for bassists at all levels and all ages and a public recital.

The workshop and related events will run from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. The Quad City Bass Fest Recital will begin at 6 p.m.

Activities include an All State lecture and mock audition, Quad City Symphony Youth Ensembles audition, masterclasses, bass ensembles, lectures, wellness, instrument exhibits and performances. Cash prizes of $300, $150 and $50 will be offered in the mock audition sponsored by Upton Bass.

Masterclasses will be led by Augustana's Dr. Patricia Weitzel and Blake Shaw of Iowa City.