List of compositions for double bass

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The following is a non-exhaustive list of notable compositions for the double bass , part of the repertoire of this instrument.

Contents

Solo works

Two or more basses

Chamber works

Concertante works

Concertos

Other concertante works

Concertos with other solo instruments

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