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I am delighted to invite young and aspiring string quartets and other string ensembles to the 37th edition of Zeist Music Days. Our festival will take place in Zeist, The Netherlands, with inspiring masterclasses running from August 18 to August 28, 2026. It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn, perform, and connect with fellow musicians in an inspiring setting. We look forward to welcoming you for ten days of exceptional chamber music!
Alexander Pavlovsky, Artistic Director Zeist Music Days
© Joost Koedam
Ten days of masterclasses and music-making in a wonderful location, learning from internationally renowned musicians, attending all festival concerts, and performing with your ensemble on three locations in the province of Utrecht and a final concert in Zeist. Masterclasses will take place daily for each ensemble. There are private spaces, study rooms and shared meals in a very relaxed atmosphere!
Daily lessons will help you take your repertoire to a new level, widen your knowledge of different styles and improve your ensemble sound and make it more personal. The masterclasses can also be an excellent means of preparation for an international competition or for a new concert season.
© Joost Koedam
The coaching staff for the Masterclasses 2026 will be published in the beginning of 2026.
‘A string quartet brings a very strong musical message and creates unforgettable and magical moments’
Artistic Director
