Adult amateur chamber music
Chamber music workshops in Oxford
A welcoming biennial chamber music workshop at Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford, for adult amateur woodwind players (including French horns), string players, and pianists from the UK, US, and around the world. The next workshop is 20–24 September 2027.
Our approach
A welcoming musical community
Kammermusik Workshops UK brings adult amateur chamber musicians together at Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford, every other year for thoughtful coaching, shared discovery, and the pleasure of making chamber music in a supportive setting. We welcome woodwind players (including French horns), string players, and pianists from the UK, the US, and internationally. The next workshop is 20–24 September 2027.
Collaborative learning
Work alongside fellow adult amateur players in an environment built for attentive listening and musical exchange.
Inspiring setting
Make music at Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford, with time to rehearse, reflect, connect, and explore one of the UK’s most inspiring historic cities.
Workshop experience
Coaching, community, and music
Small ensembles
Develop repertoire with a dedicated group and make room for every musical voice.
Guided sessions
Explore interpretation, balance, and ensemble communication through practical coaching with our experienced tutors.
Shared performance
Bring your work together in an encouraging atmosphere shaped by attentive listening.
Your workshop
A week of chamber music
Our Oxford chamber music workshop brings adult amateur woodwind and French horn players, string players, and pianists together for rehearsal, coaching, conversation, and shared music-making. The next workshop is 20–24 September 2027.
Meet your ensembles
Settle in and meet fellow participants. Each day, work with an ensemble guided by our tutors and share an informal recital movement with the workshop community.
Instrumental coaching
Spend one morning in expert classes for your instrument with our coaches.
Share the music
Celebrate the week with a final concert featuring workshop highlights.
Experience Oxford together
Join a welcoming international community of adult amateur chamber musicians for focused repertoire work, new musical partnerships, and time to enjoy Oxford.
Hosted at Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford. Travel guidance for international musicians.
Sponsorship
Kammermusik Workshops UK has been regularly supported by the generosity of ACMP, the Associated Chamber Music Players, an international service organisation supporting chamber music for pleasure. Learn more at ACMP.net.
Kammermusik Workshops UK and the Ischia Chamber Music Festival offer a reciprocal 20% discount for attendees who join the other event within 18 months. Contact kammermusikuk@gmail.com for conditions, and learn more at ischiachambermusic.org.