SCHLOSS ELMAU Events Calendar

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Dear concert guests,
For hotel guests of Schloss Elmau, admission to all cultural events is included in the resort fee. You can register for the events online via “Book seats” here in the cultural calendar, by phone on +49 8823 18 260 or by text message to +49 1733 1122 77.
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  • 11 - 18

    Jan 26

    Photo: PR, Giorgia Bertazzi, Sim Canetty-Clarke
    ©
    71st Chamber Music Week

    71st Chamber Music Week

    The Chamber Music Week has been at the heart of Schloss Elmau's cultural program at since the 1950s. This festival week was particularly shaped by the Amadeus Quartet and the composer Benjamin Britten, who visited Elmau many times and even premiered several works here. This year, to mark the 50th anniversary of Britten's death in 2026, some of Britten's key works will also be represented in the concerts of the 71st Chamber Music Week alongside the chamber music repertoire of Classical and Romantic greats Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert and Brahms.

    with Ian Bostridge (tenor), Daniel Lozakovich (violin), David Fray (piano), Christian Tetzlaff (violin) et al.

    Program:
    Sun, 11 January 5:00 pm opening concert
    Mon, 12 – Sat, 17 January 11:00 am & 5:00 pm two concerts daily
    Sun, 18 January day of departure

    BOOKING OPTIONS:

    COMPLIMENTARY NIGHT
    when booking 7 nights and more, arrival Sun, 11 January)
    incl. concert tickets, breakfast, Spa, Yoga and more
    book your room here!

    osther dates of stay possible

  • Sunday

    11 Jan

    2026

    Photo: Marco Borggreve
    ©
    71st Chamber Music Week

    Opening concert
    Ian Bostridge tenor
    & Friends

    20:30 Concert Hall 98 seats for hotel guests available

  • Monday

    12 Jan

    2026

    Photo: Kalpesh Lathigra
    ©
    71st Chamber Music Week

    Ian Bostridge tenor
    & Friends

    11:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Monday

    12 Jan

    2026

    76. Chamber Music Week

    Veronika Eberle violin
    Julia Hagen cello
    Lukas Sternath piano

    Schubert: Piano trio E flat major D.929 et al.

    17:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Tuesday

    13 Jan

    2026

    Photo: Daniel Breidt
    ©
    76. Chamber Music Week

    Matinee

    11:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Tuesday

    13 Jan

    2026

    Photo: Marco Borggreve
    ©
    71st Chamber Music Week

    Ian Bostridge tenor
    & Friends

    17:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Wednesday

    14 Jan

    2026

    Photo: Daniel Breidt
    ©
    76. Chamber Music Week

    Matinee

    11:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Wednesday

    14 Jan

    2026

    Photo: Daniel Breidt
    ©
    76. Chamber Music Week

    Concert

    17:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Thursday

    15 Jan

    2026

    Photo: Daniel Breidt
    ©
    76. Chamber Music Week

    Matinee

    11:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Thursday

    15 Jan

    2026

    Photo: Daniel Breidt
    ©
    76. Chamber Music Week

    Concert

    17:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Friday

    16 Jan

    2026

    Photo: Sasha Gusov, Marco Borggreve
    ©
    71st Chamber Music Week

    Daniel Lozakovich violin
    David Fray piano
    “Perfect Mastery. An exceptional talent” (Le Figaro)

    Bach: violin sonatas
    Beethoven: violin sonata A major “Kreutzersonate”

    11:00 Concert Hall 97 seats for hotel guests available

  • Friday

    16 Jan

    2026

    Photo: Giorgia Bertazzi
    ©
    71st Chamber Music Week

    Christian Tetzlaff violin
    Stefan Dohr French horn
    Simon Tetzlaff cello
    Kiveli Dörken piano

    Brahms: Violin sonata No 3 D miniorl
    Horn piece tba
    Dvorák: Piano trio No 2 G minor

    17:00 Concert Hall 99 seats for hotel guests available

  • Saturday

    17 Jan

    2026

    Photo: Giorgia Bertazzi
    ©
    71st Chamber Music Week

    Christian Tetzlaff violin
    Simon Tetzlaff cello
    Kiveli Dörken piano

    Britten: Cello sonata
    Brahms: Piano trio No 1 B major

    11:00 Concert Hall 97 seats for hotel guests available

  • Saturday

    17 Jan

    2026

    Photo: Giorgia Bertazzi
    ©
    71st Chamber Music Week

    Christian Tetzlaff violin
    Stefan Dohr French horn
    Simon Tetzlaff cello
    Kiveli Dörken piano

    Suk: Four pieces for violin and piano
    Dvorák: Silent Woods
    Brahms: Horn trio

    17:00 Concert Hall 99 seats for hotel guests available

  • Saturday

    14 Feb

    2026

    Photo: Jan Düfelsiek, PR, Marco Borggreve
    ©
    Classical

    Matthias Brandt Rezitation
    Andreas Scholl Countertenor
    Dorothee Oberlinger Blockflöten
    Edin Karamazov Laute
    „Die Welt ist aus den Fugen“ – ein Shakespeare-Projekt

    Eine Wort-Musik-Collage mit Sonetten und Monologen von Shakespeare und Musik von John Dowland, Henry Purcell et al.

    20:30 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Saturday

    7 Mar

    2026

    Photo: Marco Borggreve, Nikolaj Lund, PR
    ©
    Classical

    Alexej Gerassimez & Emil Kuyumcuyan percussion
    Lucas & Arthur Jussen piano duo

    Bernstein: Symphonic Dances from “West Side Story“
    Works by Fazil Say, Steve Reich et al.

    20:30 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Saturday

    14 Mar

    2026

    Photo: Catherine Dokken
    ©
    Classical

    Jean-Guihien Queyras cello
    Javier Perianes piano
    Why you must attend this concert:
    Queyras plays with “fiery elegance and (...) virtuosity that is only available to the greats” (Harald Eggebrecht, SZ)

    Schumann: Fantasiestücke Op 73
    Schubert: Sonata A minor “Arpeggione“
    De Falla: 7 canciones populares españolas
    Piazzolla: Grand Tango

    17:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • 19 - 22

    Mar 26

    Photo: Alexandre Isard
    ©
    Modern Classical / Jazz

    A weekend with Chilly Gonzales

    Finally! Grammy-winner, pianist, composer and entertainer Chilly Gonzales returns to the concert hall in Elmau, where he takes a seat at the grand piano for two of his legendary evenings with different programmes.

  • Thursday

    19 Mar

    2026

    Photo: Alexandra Isard
    ©
    Modern Classical / Jazz

    Chilly Gonzales piano
    “Pianoforte”
    Why you must attend this concert:
    Chilly Gonzales combines "musical genius with wit" (SZ)

    Each evening features a different program

    Due to high demand, hotel guests can only be guaranteed a concert visit with prior reservation.

    20:30 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available
    Details

    Finally! Grammy-winner, pianist, composer and entertainer Chilly Gonzales returns to the concert hall in Elmau, where he takes a seat at the grand piano for two of his legendary evenings with two different programmes.

  • Saturday

    21 Mar

    2026

    Photo: Alexandra Isard
    ©
    Modern Classical / Jazz

    Chilly Gonzales piano
    “Fortepiano”
    Why you must attend this concert:
    Chilly Gonzales is "a gifted live performer who plays his trump cards in concert and improvisation"(NDR)

    Each evening features a different program

    Due to high demand, hotel guests can only be guaranteed a concert visit with prior reservation.

    17:00 Concert Hall 94 seats for hotel guests available
    Details

    Finally! Grammy-winner, pianist, composer and entertainer Chilly Gonzales returns to the concert hall in Elmau, where he takes a seat at the grand piano for two of his legendary evenings with two different programmes.

  • Tuesday

    24 Mar

    2026

    Photo: Marco Borggreve, Anoush Abrar
    ©
    Classical

    Gautier Capuçon cello
    Nikolai Lugansky piano

    Debussy: Cello sonata D minor
    Brahms: Cello sonata F major
    Rachmaninoff: Cello sonata G minor

    20:30 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • 28 - 3

    Mar - Apr 26

    Photo: Egbert Krupp_Schloss Elmau
    ©
    Nils Landgren Festival

    Nils Landgren Festival

    He is one of the most successful European jazz musicians ever and one of the world's best trombonists. Now, for the third time, Nils Landgren is curating his own festival at Schloss Elmau. For this event, "Mr. Redhorn", as he is known because of his red instrument, has invited long-standing musical partners and friends from the worlds of jazz and classical music.

    With Joel Lyssarides, Robert Ikiz & Lars Danielsson, plus a different guest musician every evening

    The detailed programme will be published soon.

    Program:
    Sat, 28 March Opening concert
    Sun, 29 March - Thu, 2 April four concerts and one day off
    Fri, 3 April Day of departure

    BOOKING OPTIONS:

    FESTIVAL PACAKGE: COMPLIMENTARY NIGHT
    when booking 7 nights and more, arrival Fri, 27 March
    incl. concert tickets, breakfast, spa, yoga and more
    Book your room here!

    Other dates of stay possible

  • Sunday

    5 Apr

    2026

    Photo: Nicolas Zonvi
    ©
    Classical

    Konzert am Ostersonntag
    Daniel Hope Violine
    Aydar Gaynullin Akkordeon
    „Eine musikalische Reise um die Welt“

    17:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • 6 - 12

    Apr 26

    Photo: Nicolas Zonvi
    ©
    5th Daniel Hope Week

    5. Daniel Hope-Woche

    After Easter, star violinist Daniel Hope will be performing his fifth Music Week at Schloss Elmau. The internationally acclaimed musician, presenter and programme maker has invited numerous friends to Schloss Elmau. The programme includes chamber music concerts and jazz in the bar.
    with Daniel Hope & Friends (Joscho Stephan et al.)

    Program:
    Mon, 6 April opening concert
    Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat further concerts (Wednesday no concert)
    Fri, 10 April 9:30 pm late night jazz
    Sun, 12 April day of departure

    BOOKING OPTIONS:

    FESTIVAL PACAKGE: COMPLIMENTARY NIGHT
    when booking 6 nights and more, arrival Mon, 6 April
    incl. concert tickets, breakfast, spa, yoga and more
    Book your room here!

    Other dates of stay possible

  • Monday

    6 Apr

    2026

    Photo: Tibor Bozi, PR
    ©
    5th Daniel Hope Week

    Eröffnungskonzert
    Daniel Hope Violine
    Jaques Ammon Klavier

    17:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Tuesday

    7 Apr

    2026

    Photo: Bailey Davidson
    ©
    5th Daniel Hope Week

    Daniel Hope Violine
    & Friends

    Daniel Hope, Violine
    Kelley O'Connor, Mezzo
    Jacques Ammon, Klavier
    Adrien LaMarca, Viola
    Josephine Knight, Cello
    Stephane Logerot, Bass

    17:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Thursday

    9 Apr

    2026

    Photo: Daniel Waldhecker
    ©
    5th Daniel Hope Week

    Daniel Hope Violine
    & Friends

    Daniel Hope, Violine
    Kelley O'Connor, Mezzo
    Adrien LaMarca, Viola
    Josephine Knight, Cello tbc
    Stephane Logerot, Bass
    Joscho Stephan, Gitarre

    17:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Friday

    10 Apr

    2026

    Photo: Harald Hoffmann
    ©
    5th Daniel Hope Week

    Daniel Hope Violine
    & Friends

    Daniel Hope, Violine
    Tanja Sonc, Violine
    Adrien LaMarca, Viola
    Josephine Knight, Cello tbc
    Jacques Ammon, Klavier

    Brahms Klavierquintett und Beethoven Klavierquartett Es-Dur WoO 36.1

    17:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Friday

    10 Apr

    2026

    Photo: Joel Heyd
    ©
    5th Daniel Hope Week

    Late Night Jazz

    Daniel Hope, Violine
    Joscho Stephan, Gitarre
    Stephane Logerot, Bass
    Jacques Ammon, Klavier

    21:30 Concert Hall

  • Saturday

    11 Apr

    2026

    Photo: Tibor Bozi
    ©
    5th Daniel Hope Week

    Abschlusskonzert
    Daniel Hope Violine
    & Friends
    „IRISH ROOTS“
    Warum Sie dieses Konzert besuchen sollten:
    Klassik trifft Traditionals – Star-Geiger Daniel Hope widmet sich der farbenreichen und mitreißenden irischen Musik und spürt seinen „Irish Roots“ nach

    Daniel Hope, Violine
    Simos Papanas, Violine
    Markellos Chryssikos, Cembalo
    Nicola Mosca, Cello
    Emanuele Forni, Gitarre
    Michael Metzler, Perkussion

    Irische Traditionals und Werke von Purcell, Vivaldi et al.

    17:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available
    Details

    Die tiefe Verbundenheit zur Grünen Insel verdankt Daniel Hope seinem Urgroßvater. In Stücken wie „Danny Boy“ und Vivaldis „L'estro armonico“-Konzerten bringt der Geigenstar nun diesen Teil seiner musikalischen DNA zum Ausdruck und verbindet meisterhaft Klassik mit irischen Traditionals.

  • 14 - 17

    May 26

    Wolfgang Haffner – Jazz

    Wolfgang Haffner zum 50jährigen Bühnenjubiläum

    Seit fünf Jahrzehnten ist Wolfgang Haffner auf allen Kontinenten zu Hause. Er hat mit den Größten des Jazz musiziert und fühlt sich in unterschiedlichsten Stilrichtungen gleichermaßen wohl. Wer ihn einmal live erlebt hat, wird von seinem Spiel mitgerissen – so viel Freude und positive Energie bringt er auf die Bühne. Schloss Elmau ist ihm längst zur zweiten Heimat geworden. Sein Jubiläum feiern wir daher mit zwei ganz besonderen Konzerten.

  • Thursday

    14 May

    2026

    Photo: Antje Wiech
    ©
    Wolfgang Haffner – Jazz

    Wolfgang Haffner Trio
    Warum Sie dieses Konzert besuchen sollten:
    Deutschlands „bester“ (Die Welt) und „coolster“ (ARD ttt) Schlagzeuger im Trio

    Simon Oslender, keys
    Thomas Stieger, bass
    Wolfgang Haffner, drums

    HIER REINHÖREN

    21:00 Concert Hall 110 seats for hotel guests available
    Details

    Deutschlands „bester“ (Die Welt) und „coolster“ (ARD ttt) Schlagzeuger sowie der „wichtigster Drummer seiner Generation“ (Süddeutsche Zeitung) – all dies sind Superlative, mit denen Wolfgang Haffner von der Fachwelt gewürdigt wird. An diesem Abend stellt der zweifache ECHO-Jazz Preisträger mit seinem Trio sein neuestes Album „Life Rhythm“ vor, das im Herbst 2024 bei ACT erscheinen wird.

  • Saturday

    16 May

    2026

    Photo: PR, ACT
    ©
    Wolfgang Haffner – Jazz

    Shantel vocals, guitar, DJ
    Wolfgang Haffner Trio drums
    Warum Sie dieses Konzert besuchen sollten:
    Der deutsche DJ, Produzent und Musiker ist für seine einzigartige Fusion von Balkan Beats, Elektronik und Weltmusik bekannt.

    Simon Oslender, keys
    Thomas Stieger, bass
    Wolfgang Haffner, drums

    HIER REINHÖREN!

    21:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Wednesday

    20 May

    2026

    Photo: Norbert Kniat
    ©
    Classical

    Yuja Wang piano

    20:30 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • 21 - 28

    Jun 26

    Photo: Caspar David Friedrich
    ©
    Week of Romanticism

    Week of Romanticism

    An entire week of concerts and lectures will be devoted to illuminating the fascinating panorama of musical Romanticism: Great musicians and exquisite formations will bring to life major works from that era.
    with Grigory Sokolov, Leif Ove Andsnes, dem Belcea Quartet et al.

    Program:
    Sun, 21 June day of arrival & 8:30 pm opening concert
    Mon, 22 – Sat, 27 June one concert per evening & 1-2 matinee events
    Sun, 28 June day of departure

    BOOKING OPTIONS:

    FESTIVAL PACKAGE – ONE COMPLIMENTARY NIGHT
    7 nights, arrivel Sun, 21 June
    incl. concert tickets, breakfast, spa, yoga and more
    Book your room here!

    other dates of stay possible

  • Saturday

    27 Jun

    2026

    Photo: Egbert Krupp_Schloss Elmau
    ©
    Week of Romanticism

    Grigory Sokolov piano
    Why you must attend this concert:
    “Among all the pianists who have existed and still exist, Grigory Sokolov is in a category of his own.” (Jan Brachmann, FAZ)

    Concert-experienced children aged 10 and above, who can sit still during the concert, are welcome to attend.

    Due to high demand, hotel guests can only be guaranteed a concert visit with prior reservation.

    21:00 Concert Hall 120 seats for hotel guests available

  • 2 - 5

    Jul 26

    Photo: Julia Wesely
    ©
    Classical

    Patricia Kopatchinskaja plays Beethoven

    In two concerts with her congenial piano partner, the exceptional violinist dedicates herself to one of the most important compendia of violin literature.

    Program
    Thu, 2 July day of arrival & 8:30 pm concert I Sat, 4 July concert II So, 5. Juli day of departure

  • Thursday

    2 Jul

    2026

    Photo: MarcoBorggreve
    ©
    Classical

    Patricia Kopatchinskaja violin
    Jonas Ahonen piano

    Why you must attend this concert:
    In two concerts with her congenial piano partner, the exceptional violinist dedicates herself to one of the most important compendia of violin literature.

    Beethoven: Sonatas for violin and piano

    20:30 Concert Hall 160 seats for hotel guests available

  • Saturday

    4 Jul

    2026

    Photo: MarcoBorggreve
    ©
    Classical

    Patricia Kopatchinskaja violin
    Jonas Ahonen piano

    Why you must attend this concert:
    In two concerts with her congenial piano partner, the exceptional violinist dedicates herself to one of the most important compendia of violin literature.

    Beethoven: Sonatas for violin and piano

    20:30 Concert Hall 160 seats for hotel guests available

  • 11 - 13

    Jul 26

    Photo: Sammy Hart
    ©
    Classical

    Lisa Batiashvili violin
    Schumann Quartett string quartet
    Nino Gvetadze piano

    Chausson: Concert for violin, string quartet and piano et al.

    20:30 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available

  • Saturday

    18 Jul

    2026

    Photo: Johanna Berghorn
    ©
    Classical

    Jeneba Kanneh-Mason piano

    Chopin: Klaviersonate Nr. 3 op. 58 et al.

    17:00 Concert Hall 100 seats for hotel guests available
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