SCHLOSS ELMAU Events Calendar

The Schloss Elmau Experience Since more than 100 years concerts & talks with great artists & authors on the pulse of time. Tickets for hotel guests are included in the resort fee.

General information

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.
Permanent Residents of the region within a radius of 80 km (driving distance) are welcome to purchase tickets, subject to availability (hotels, guesthouses or vacation rentals do not count as a permanent address). Tickets can be purchased online via "Book seats" here in the cultural calendar.
Your culture office team

  • 6 - 12

    Jan 25

    Photo: scholzshootspeopla
    ©
    70th Chamber Music Week

    70th Chamber Music Week

    Sabine Meyer is one of the most renowned interpreters of our time and has played a key role in shaping concert life over the last few decades. She has now curated the programme for the 70th Chamber Music Week and has invited musician friends and companions to Schloss Elmau shortly before her official retirement from the stage.
    with Sabine Meyer, Fatma Said, Nils Mönkemeyer, William Youn, Antje Weithaas
    et al.

    Program:
    Mon, 6 January 5:00 pm opening concert
    Tue, 7 - Sat, 11 January 11:00 am & 5:00 pm two concerts daily
    Sat, 11 January 5:00 pm closing concert
    Sun, 12 January day of departure

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    Shorter stay possible

    CLASSICAL WEEKEND
    Fri, 10 - Sun, 12 January
    10% discount when booking two nights
    incl. concert tickets, breakfast, Spa, Yoga and more
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  • Monday

    6 Jan

    2025

    Photo: Christian Ruvolo, Felix Broede
    ©
    70th Chamber Music Week

    Opening concert
    Sabine Meyer clarinet
    Armida Quartett string quartet

    Brahms: Clarinet quintet
    et al.

  • Tuesday

    7 Jan

    2025

    Photo: James Bort, Christian Ruvolo, Alessandro Moggi
    ©
    70th Chamber Music Week

    Fatma Said soprano
    Sabine Meyer clarinet
    Malcolm Martineau piano

    Schubert: „Hirt auf dem Felsen“ for voice, clarinet and piano D.965
    et al.

  • Tuesday

    7 Jan

    2025

    Photo: Hendrik Steffens, PR, Dag Jensen
    ©
    70th Chamber Music Week

    Sabine Meyer clarinet
    Dag Jensen bassoon
    Christoph Eß french horn
    Knut Sundquist double bass
    Armida Quartett string quartet

    Schubert: Octett F major D.803

  • Wednesday

    8 Jan

    2025

    Photo: Irène Zandel, PR, Alescha Birkenholz
    ©
    70th Chamber Music Week

    Sabine Meyer in conversation

    Sabine Meyer & Reiner Wehle in conversation about their career

  • Wednesday

    8 Jan

    2025

    Photo: Marco Borggreve, PR, PR
    ©
    70th Chamber Music Week

    Sabine Meyer clarinet
    Antje Weithaas violin
    Veronika Hagen viola
    Mischa Meyer violoncello
    Michail Lifits piano

    Beethoven: “Gassenhauer Trio“
    Brahms: Piano quartet

  • Thursday

    9 Jan

    2025

    Photo: PR, PR, Felix Broede
    ©
    70th Chamber Music Week

    Antje Weithaas & Byol Kang violin
    Veronika Hagen viola
    Mischa Meyer violoncello
    Michail Lifits piano

    Schubert: Trio movement D.897 „Notturno“ & Impromptus
    Schumann: Piano quintet

  • Thursday

    9 Jan

    2025

    Photo: PR,scholzshootspeople, PR
    ©
    70th Chamber Music Week

    Sabine Meyer clarinet
    Reiner Wehle bassett horn
    Antje Weithaas & Byol Kang violin
    Veronika Hagen viola
    Mischa Meyer violoncello

    Mozart: Quintet movement F major for clarinet, bassett horn and string trio
    Mozart: Clarinet quintet
    et al.

  • Friday

    10 Jan

    2025

    Photo: Irene Zandel
    ©
    70th Chamber Music Week

    Sabine Meyer clarinette
    Nils Mönkemeyer viola
    William Youn piano

    Mozart: “Kegelstatt Trio“
    Bartók: Romanian folk dances
    Bruch: From Eight pieces for clarinet, viola and piano Op 83: No 2, 6, 7
    et al.

  • Friday

    10 Jan

    2025

    Photo: Wildundleise
    ©
    70th Chamber Music Week

    Les Vents Français
    Why you must attend this concert:
    The “who's who” of the international wind scene united in one ensemble

    Emmanuel Pahud, flute
    Francois Leleux, oboe
    Paul Meyer, clarinet
    Gilbert Audin, bassoon
    Radovan Vlatkovic, French horn
    Eric Le Sage, piano

    Beethoven: Quintet E flat major for piano, oboe, clarinet, French horn and bassoon Op 16
    Verdi: Quintet E minor
    et al.

    The cast list of the ensemble Les Vents Français reads like a “who's who“ of the international wind music scene. With Emmanuel Pahud, Francois Leleux, Paul Meyer, François Leleux, Gilbert Audin and Radovan Vlatkovic, five absolute luminaries of their respective instruments have come together with pianist Eric Le Sage to form a top-class ensemble of soloists.

  • Saturday

    11 Jan

    2025

    Photo: Irène Zandel, PR, Irène Zandel
    ©
    70th Chamber Music Week

    Sabine Meyer & Reiner Wehle
    in conversation

    Sabine Meyer & Reiner Wehle in conversation about the clarinet

    With music examples

  • Saturday

    11 Jan

    2025

    Photo: Ira Weinrauch
    ©
    70th Chamber Music Week

    Closing concert
    Sabine Meyer clarinet
    Alliage Quintett
    “Invitation to dance“

    Daniel Gauthier, soprano saxophon
    Miguel Valles, alto saxophon
    Simon Hanrath, tenor saxophon
    Sebastian Pottmeier, bariton saxophon
    Jang Eun Bae, pianor

    works by Weber, Tchaikovsky, Gershwin, Saint-Saëns et al.

  • 16 - 19

    Jan 25

    Photo: PR
    ©
    Jazz / Pop

    New in the programme:
    Jacob Collier @ Schloss Elmau

    Jacob Collier, a 6-time GRAMMY® winner and 12-time nominee, stands as a trailblazer in the music industry. Hailing from Britain, Collier made history as the first British act to receive four GRAMMY® awards for each of his first four albums. With an impressive roster of collaborations including artists like Chris Martin (Coldplay), John Legend, Tori Kelly, Joni Mitchell, Hans Zimmer, Quincy Jones, Brandi Carlile, Shawn Mendes and many more, Collier's work spans diverse genres from jazz and acapella to folk, electronic music, classical, gospel, and soul. Known for his energetic live performances, Collier recently showcased his talent at the Hollywood Bowl with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and at the Kennedy Center with the National Symphony Orchestra. Renowned for his intricate harmonies, polyrhythms, and mastery of multiple instruments, Collier epitomises musical craft, curiosity and innovation. With his ambitious project Djesse, a 4-volume album series featuring artists from around the world, Collier continues to inspire musicians worldwide, pushing the boundaries of music production and performance.

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    Sun 12 - Fri 17 January
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    Thu,16 - Sun, 19 January
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  • Thursday

    16 Jan

    2025

    Photo: PR
    ©
    Jazz / Pop

    Jacob Collier
    Why you must attend this concert:
    The 6-time Grammy winner gives two of his most energetic shows in Elmau

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

    Concert duration: approx. 90 minutes without interval
    Different programmes on both nights

    Jacob Collier, a 6-time GRAMMY® winner and 12-time nominee, stands as a trailblazer in the music industry. Hailing from Britain, Collier made history as the first British act to receive four GRAMMY® awards for each of his first four albums. With an impressive roster of collaborations including artists like Chris Martin (Coldplay), John Legend, Tori Kelly, Joni Mitchell, Hans Zimmer, Quincy Jones, Brandi Carlile, Shawn Mendes and many more, Collier's work spans diverse genres from jazz and acapella to folk, electronic music, classical, gospel, and soul. Known for his energetic live performances, Collier recently showcased his talent at the Hollywood Bowl with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and at the Kennedy Center with the National Symphony Orchestra. Renowned for his intricate harmonies, polyrhythms, and mastery of multiple instruments, Collier epitomises musical craft, curiosity and innovation. With his ambitious project “Djesse”, a 4-volume album series featuring artists from around the world, Collier continues to inspire musicians worldwide, pushing the boundaries of music production and performance.

  • Friday

    17 Jan

    2025

    Photo: livenation
    ©
    Jazz / Pop

    Jacob Collier vocals & piano
    Why you must attend this concert:
    Jacob Collier is one of the most imaginative and creative musicians of our time

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

    Concert duration: approx. 90 minutes without interval
    Different programmes on both nights

    Jacob Collier, a 6-time GRAMMY® winner and 12-time nominee, stands as a trailblazer in the music industry. Hailing from Britain, Collier made history as the first British act to receive four GRAMMY® awards for each of his first four albums. With an impressive roster of collaborations including artists like Chris Martin (Coldplay), John Legend, Tori Kelly, Joni Mitchell, Hans Zimmer, Quincy Jones, Brandi Carlile, Shawn Mendes and many more, Collier's work spans diverse genres from jazz and acapella to folk, electronic music, classical, gospel, and soul. Known for his energetic live performances, Collier recently showcased his talent at the Hollywood Bowl with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and at the Kennedy Center with the National Symphony Orchestra. Renowned for his intricate harmonies, polyrhythms, and mastery of multiple instruments, Collier epitomises musical craft, curiosity and innovation. With his ambitious project “Djesse”, a 4-volume album series featuring artists from around the world, Collier continues to inspire musicians worldwide, pushing the boundaries of music production and performance.

  • Saturday

    25 Jan

    2025

    Photo: Marco Borggreve
    ©
    Classical

    Kian Soltani cello
    & Friends
    Why you must attend this concert:
    “His cello sound has the fuzz and richness of caramel” (The Washington Post)

    Yamen Saadi & Sumina Studer, violin Sara Ferrández & Adrien la Marca, viola Kian Soltani & NN, cello

    Brahms: String sextet No 1 B flat major Op 18 et al.

    The fabulous young star Kian Soltani - winner of numerous prizes, chamber music partner of the great Daniel Barenboim and soloist with major orchestras - has invited five first-class soloists for this concert, with whom he will perform Brahms' first string sextet, among other works.

  • 31 - 3

    Jan - Feb 25

    Photo: Hannes Caspar
    ©
    A Weekend with Alice Sara Ott

    A Weekend with Alice Sara Ott

    Alice Sara Ott is one of the most sought-after pianists around and continues to delight her audiences with smart programmes. During the concert, the pianist from Munich with Japanese roots explains the relationships between the works from the piano, creating an in-depth connection between herself and the audience. On the two concert evenings in Elmau, she will relate Beethoven sonatas, in particular his famous “Moonlight Sonata”, to the Nocturnes by the early Romantic composer John Field, who is regarded as the inventor of this genre of Romantic-lyrical character pieces for piano.

    BOOKING OPTIONS:

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    arrival Fri, 31 January
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  • Saturday

    1 Feb

    2025

    Photo: Jonas Becker
    ©
    A Weekend with Alice Sara Ott

    Alice Sara Ott Piano
    Why you must attend this concert:
    The sought-after pianist presents her new programme in Elmau before playing it in the world's major concert halls

    Beethoven: Sonatas No 19 G minor Op 49 No 1 & No 30 E major Op 109
    John Field: Selection from “Nocturnes”

    Alice Sara Ott is one of the most sought-after pianists in the world. At her concerts, the Munich native with Japanese roots explains her cleverly compiled programmes from the piano - on these two evenings she will perform Beethoven sonatas (i.e. his famous “Moonlight Sonata”). In addition she will set a musical context to the nocturnes of the early romantic composer and inventor of this genre, John Field.

  • 2 - 6

    Feb 25

    Photo: Thomas Straub
    ©
    Dance Retreat

    Dance Retreat

    Dancing makes you happy and keeps you young! Dancing has a long tradition at Schloss Elmau. At this dance retreat, you can learn new dance steps and improve your existing skills over three days in 90-minute group courses under the guidance of expert dance instructors.
    Coaches: Pia David (five time german champion) & Thomas Kobjolke

    SCHEDULE:
    Arrival: Sun, 2 February | Departure: Thu, 6 February
    Daily dance classes (Monday – Wednesday)
    Dance night with live band (Wednesday)

    Hotel guests are also welcome to register for individual course days of the dance retreat

    “Would you care to dance?” (article from The Daily Telegraph)

    BOOKING OPTIONS:

    DANCE RETREAT PACKAGE
    Arrival Sun, 2 February)
    Book package here!

    What to expect
    Daily dance classes (Mon – Wed: 10.30 – 12.00 and additionally Mon 16.00 – 17.30). Each course is dedicated to one dance
    Dance night (from 21.30): Wednesday with live band (no registration required)

    Further information:
    The course level will be adapted to its participants, beginners welcome
    Please indicate for the course planning whether you are coming as a couple or traveling alone. Single travellers will be assigned (possibly same-sex) dance partners in advance. If the number of participants is uneven, we will contact you in good time.
    Private dance lessons can be booked through the cultural office.
    A hotel booking is required to take part in the dance courses.

  • Sunday

    2 Feb

    2025

    Photo: Pascal Albandopulos
    ©
    A Weekend with Alice Sara Ott

    Alice Sara Ott piano
    Why you must attend this concert:
    Beethoven's “Moonlight Sonata” and John Field's Nocturnes are meaningfully set in relation to each other

    Beethoven: “Moonlight Sonata”
    John Field: Selection from “Nocturnes”

    Alice Sara Ott is one of the most sought-after pianists in the world. At her concerts, the Munich native with Japanese roots explains her cleverly compiled programmes from the piano - on these two evenings she will perform Beethoven sonatas, (i.e. his famous “Moonlight Sonata”). In addition she will set a musical context to the nocturnes of the early romantic composer and inventor of this genre, John Field.

  • Tuesday

    4 Feb

    2025

    Photo: Max Sonnenschein, KIWI
    ©
    Book presentation

    Benjamin von Stuckrad-Barre
    “Noch wach?“
    Why you must attend this event:
    “Noch wach?“ is the book of the year by one of the best German writers of our time, on one of the most important social issues of recent years, #MeToo and abuse of power.“ (DER SPIEGEL)

    in German

    Benjamin von Stuckrad-Barres ist mit seinem Bestseller aus dem letzten Jahr erneut auf Lesereise und zum ersten Mal in Schloss Elmau zu erleben. Literarisch brillant, humorvoll und kompromisslos erzählt sein Roman „Noch wach?“ die Geschichte von Sophia, die hoffnungsfroh in ihrem neuen Job bei einem großen deutschen Fernsehsender gestartet ist, mächtig unterstützt von ihrem neuen Chef. „Es ist ein Lehrstück über Moral und Macht“, so Volker Wiedermann in der ZEIT.

  • 7 - 9

    Feb 25

    Photo: YCAT
    ©
    YCAT at Schloss Elmau

    Discovering, Developing and Empowering
    YCAT @ Schloss Elmau – Supporting young international top musicians

    This weekend, the English foundation demonstrates how successful the discovery and promotion of exceptional young musicians can be.

    Fri, 7 February 8:30 pm Lied recital with Ian Bostridge & James Baillieu (YCAT alumni)
    Sat, 8 February 11:00 am concert & discussion with young musicians
    Sat, 8 February 5:00 pm concert with young musicians

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    2 nights (arrival Fri, 7 February)
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  • Friday

    7 Feb

    2025

    Photo: Marco Borggreve, David Ruano
    ©
    YCAT zu Gast in Schloss Elmau

    Ian Bostridge tenor
    James Baillieu piano

    Schubert: Die schöne Müllerin

  • Saturday

    8 Feb

    2025

    Photo: YCAT
    ©
    YCAT at Schloss Elmau

    Concert & Talk

    Coleridge-Taylor: Nonett

    Afterwards: Talk about YCAT – the work, the mission, the alumni

    Laura Samuel & Sini Simonen, violin
    Timothy Ridout, viola
    Maciej Kulakowski, cello
    Dominic Seldis, double bass
    James Baillieu, Klavier
    Jonathan Leibovitz, clarinet
    Amy Harman, bassoon
    Ben Goldscheider, french horn

  • Saturday

    8 Feb

    2025

    Photo: YCAT
    ©
    YCAT at Schloss Elmau

    Concert

    James B. Wilson: New Piece (World premiere)
    Schubert: Octet F major D.803

    Laura Samuel & Sini Simonen, violin
    Timothy Ridout, viola
    Maciej Kulakowski, cello
    Dominic Seldis, double bass
    Jonathan Leibovitz, clarinet
    Ben Goldscheider, french horn
    Amy Harman, bassoon

  • Thursday

    13 Feb

    2025

    Photo: wikipedia, BBC
    ©
    Gespräch

    Julianne Smith former U.S. Ambassador to NATO
    Katya Adler BBC presenter & European Editor
    “Europe on the Edge: will Germany meet the challenge?”

    in English

  • Saturday

    15 Feb

    2025

    Photo: Daniel Breidt
    ©
    Concert

    Concert

  • Wednesday

    19 Feb

    2025

    Photo: Mathis Beutel, Penguin
    ©
    Buchvorstellung

    Jo Lendle
    Die Himmelsrichtungen
    Warum Sie diese Veranstaltung besuchen sollten:
    Der Hanser-Verleger stellt seinen neuen Roman vor

    Discussion in German

    Der Hanser-Verleger stellt seinen neuen Roman über die Flugpionierin Amelia Earhart vor. Es ist der 2. Juli 1937, in ihrer Lockheed Electra fliegt Amelia Earhart hoch über dem Ozean. Die Schatten der Wolken sehen aus wie Inseln. Sie steht kurz davor, als erster Mensch die Welt zu umrunden. Dies ist die schwerste Etappe. „Die Himmelsrichtungen“ ist eine Liebesgeschichte mit wechselnden Beteiligten – manche erstaunlich, andere flüchtig wie Wolken. Und es ist ein Roman über die Erinnerung und wie sie sich allmählich entblättert. Jede Schicht zeigt die Vergangenheit in einem neuen Licht. Wie soll man diese Geschichte anders erzählen als rückwärts? Amelia weiß noch nicht, dass es der letzte Tag ihres Lebens ist.

  • 21 - 23

    Feb 25

    Photo: Sebastian Hänel
    ©
    World

    Cuban Weekend
    with Sarah Willis & Sarahbanda

    French horn and salsa band, this combination had never been seen before – until Sarah Willis, horn player with the Berlin Philharmonic, combined them in her highly successful project “Mozart y Mambo” project. Her “Sarahbanda” brings together some of the most talented musicians from Cuba in a somewhat different Cuban salsa band – with a French horn at the centre. The arrangements of the well-known Cuban music are full of infectious rhythms, lightness and energy that make the listener listen with pleasure and even encourage them to dance.

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    Program:
    Thu, 20 February 8:30 pm dance class latin dances
    Fri, 21 February 10:30 am & 4:00 pm dance class latin dances | 8:30 pm concert
    Sat, 22 February 5:00 pm concert | 9:30 pm dance night with live-band
    Sun, 23 February day of departure

    BOOKING OPTIONS:

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    arrival Thu, 20 February
    incl. concert tickets, dance classes, breakfast, spa, yoga and more
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    DANCE RETREAT PACKAGE
    >arrival Thu, 20 February
    incl. concert tickets, dance classes, breakfast, spa, yoga and more
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  • Friday

    21 Feb

    2025

    Photo: Monika Rittershaus
    ©
    World

    Sarah Willis french horn
    & Sarahbanda

    Sarah Willis, french horn
    Yuniet Lombida, saxophon
    Jorge Aragón, piano
    Aylín Pino, violin
    Carlos Garcia, double bass
    Alejandro Aguiar & Adel González, percussion

  • Saturday

    22 Feb

    2025

    Photo: Monika Rittershaus
    ©
    World

    Sarah Willis french horn
    & Sarahbanda

    Sarah Willis, french horn
    Yuniet Lombida, saxophon
    Jorge Aragón, piano
    Aylín Pino, violin
    Carlos Garcia, double bass
    Alejandro Aguiar & Adel González, percussion

  • Wednesday

    26 Feb

    2025

    Photo: Louie Thain, Simon Pauly, Felix Broede
    ©
    Classical

    Veronika Eberle violin
    Julia Hagen cello
    Herbert Schuch piano

    Schubert: Piano trio No 1 B flat major
    Brahms: Piano trio B major Op 8

  • Thursday

    27 Feb

    2025

    Photo: Jiyang Chen, John Kentish
    ©
    Lied/Aria Recital/Classical

    Thomas Hampson baritone
    Ksenija Sidorova accordion

    Schubert: Winterreise
    Lieder by Kurt Weill and works for Accordion solo by Piazzolla

  • Saturday

    1 Mar

    2025

    Photo: David Königsmann
    ©
    Pop/Singer-Songwriter

    Samy Deluxe vocals
    & “MIKIs Takeover!”-Ensemble

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

  • Tuesday

    4 Mar

    2025

    Photo: Marco Grob
    ©
    Classical

    Jan Vogler cello

    Bach: Cello Suites

  • 9 - 14

    Mar 25

    Photo: Thomas Straub
    ©
    Dance Retreat

    Dance Retreat

    Dancing makes you happy and keeps you young! Dancing has a long tradition at Schloss Elmau. At thia dance retreat, you can learn new dance steps and improve your existing skills over four days in 90-minute group courses under the guidance of expert dance instructors.
    Coaches: tba

    SCHEDULE:
    Arrival: Sun, 9 March | Departure: Fri, 14 March
    Daily dance classes (Monday – Thursday)
    Dance night with live band (Thursday)

    Hotel guests are also welcome to register for individual course days of the dance retreat

    “Would you care to dance?” (article from The Daily Telegraph)

    BOOKING OPTIONS:

    DANCE RETREAT PACKAGE
    Arrival Sun, 9 March)
    Book package here!

    What to expect
    Daily dance classes (Mon – Thu: 16.00 – 17.30). Each course is dedicated to one dance
    Dance night (from 21.30): Thursday with live band (no registration required)

    Further information:
    The course level will be adapted to its participants, beginners welcome
    Please indicate for the course planning whether you are coming as a couple or traveling alone. Single travellers will be assigned (possibly same-sex) dance partners in advance. If the number of participants is uneven, we will contact you in good time.
    Private dance lessons can be booked through the cultural office.
    A hotel booking is required to take part in the dance courses.

  • Wednesday

    12 Mar

    2025

    Photo: Thomas Dashuber, Armin Smailovic
    ©
    Reading

    Botho Strauss
    „Saul“
    Theater lesen
    mit Jens Harzer und Marina Galic
    Warum Sie diese Veranstaltung besuchen sollten:
    Der große Erfolg der Salzburger Festspiele 2024

    in German

    Nie hat der Prophet den Stämmen Israels einen König verheißen. Nie hat er ihnen eine irdische Autorität in Aussicht gestellt. Und doch sehnt sich das Volk nach einem Herrscher aus Fleisch und Blut, nach einer Instanz zum Anfassen. Gott zürnt über diesen Sündenfall und trifft eine „falsche Wahl“. Er ernennt Saul zum König der Israeliten. Einen „schiefen, seelenkranken Mann“. Einen Herrscher, der nicht herrschen kann. Einen Menschen, dem seine Gedanken in Flammen auf­ gehen. Einen Ersten, der gar nicht anfangen will. Saul, das jüngste Drama von Botho Strauß ist ein Stimmenspiel über eine Zeit, die sich umkehrt. Die mit alten Geboten bricht und darüber die Kraft verliert, zu verzeihen. Es ist eine Zeit, die uns wieder näherkommt.

  • Thursday

    13 Mar

    2025

    Photo: Sigrid Rothe, Stephan Rumpf
    ©
    Reading & Discussion

    Thomas Hüetlin
    „Man lebt sein Leben nur einmal“
    Marlene Dietrich und Erich Maria Remarque – die Geschichte einer grenzenlosen Leidenschaft
    Warum Sie diese Veranstaltung besuchen sollten:
    „...die mitreißende Geschichte zweier Stars am verdunkelten Himmel der Weltgeschichte“ (Süddeutsche Zeitung)

    Discussion
    in German

    Auf der Basis von Tagebüchern, Briefwechseln und Erinnerungen vieler Begleiter und Zeitgenossen erzählt Thomas Hüetlin im Stil einer fesselnden Reportage die Geschichte einer Jahrhundertliebe zweier Lichtgestalten der deutschen Kultur im Angesicht des heraufziehenden Schreckens.

  • Friday

    14 Mar

    2025

    Photo: Milla Stölken
    ©
    Reading & Concert

    „München, lesen und musikalisch erklingen lassen“
    Ein literarisch-musikalischer Spaziergang durch München
    Michael Schleicher, Lesung & Textauswahl
    Ensemble Luise, Kammermusikensemble
    Warum Sie diese Veranstaltung besuchen sollten:
    Michael Schleicher liest, das Kammermusikensemble „Luise“ spielt.

    Discussion
    in German

    Wie klingt Literatur? Welche Töne haben Texte? Was hörten München und seine Büchermenschen zu ihrer Zeit? „München, lesen und erklingen lassen“ ist eine Begegnung mit Kreativen vom „Isar-Athen“ über „Wahnmoching“ bis ins heutige München.

  • Saturday

    15 Mar

    2025

    Photo: Lengemann, Manfred Baumann
    ©
    Reading

    Albert Ostermaier
    „Stahltier“ – Ein Exorzismus in memoriam Willy Zielke
    Leni Riefenstahl und die Mechanismen der Macht
    Theaterlesung mit Veronica Ferres und Albert Ostermaier
    Warum Sie diese Veranstaltung besuchen sollten:
    „Es ist ein Tanz, ein mäanderndes Gespräch, über Kunst und Politik als Verführung.“ (Süddeutsche Zeitung)

    Discussion
    in German

    Willy Zielke ist in den 1920er Jahren ein junger, aufstrebender Regisseur und Pionierfotograf. Nach seinem ersten Film “Stahltier” wird er von Leni Riefenstahl und dem Nazi-Regime für ihre Olympia-Filme rekrutiert und benutzt. Als er ihr zu gefährlich für ihre Karriere wird, lässt sie ihn wegsperren in die Psychiatrie, wo er als schizophren diagnostiziert und zwangssterilisiert wird. Fünf Jahre später holt sie ihn zurück aus der Anstalt, denn sie braucht ihn für ihren Film “Tiefland”. Später wird sie aussagen, nicht an der Einweisung Zielkes beteiligt gewesen zu sein, und mehr noch: nichts von der späteren Ermordung der Menschen gewusst zu haben, die sie als Komparsen für ihren Film aus den Lagern geholt hat. Sie ist die Frau, die sich ihn einverleibt hat, die sich seine Kunst zu eigen gemacht hat. In einem Exorzismus-Ritual beschwört Zielke noch einmal die Bilder herauf, die zeigen, wie Riefenstahl zusammen mit Goebbels ihren perfiden Plan geschmiedet hat. Im Filmvorführraum im Reich

  • 21 - 23

    Mar 25

    Photo: iStock
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    Dance Evening

    Waltz Weekend

    For decades, the pianist Otto Ludwig characterised dancing to piano music in Elmau. Now we are reviving this famous Elmau tradition – the renowned pianist Julien Quentin will be playing waltzes on two evenings from Chopin to Tchaikovsky in the Great Hall. All levels of dancers are welcome, it's all about the joy of waltzing. In addition to the dance floor, there are also seating areas where you can take a break and simply enjoy the music and atmosphere.

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  • Friday

    21 Mar

    2025

    Photo: iStock, Julien Mignot
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    Dance Evening

    Waltz Evening
    Julien Quentin, piano
    Why you must attend this event:
    Two special Dance Evenings on the legendary Elmau dance floor – accompanied by renowned pianist Julien Quentin

    Waltzes by Chopin, Tschaikowsky, Strauss, Lehár, Offenbach et al.

    Duration: 20.30 - 22.00 incl. break

  • Saturday

    22 Mar

    2025

    Photo: Marco Borggreve, Igor Studio
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    Classical

    Jean-Guhien 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)

    Debussy: Cello sonata D minor
    Spanish composers

  • Saturday

    22 Mar

    2025

    Photo: iStock, Julien Mignot
    ©
    Dance Evening

    Waltz Evening
    Julien Quentin, piano
    Why you must attend this event:
    Two special Dance Evenings on the legendary Elmau dance floor – accompanied by renowned pianist Julien Quentin

    Waltzes by Chopin, Tschaikowsky, Strauss, Lehár, Offenbach et al.

    Duration: 20.30 - 22.00 incl. break

  • Saturday

    29 Mar

    2025

    Photo: Harald Hoffmann, Marco Giannavola
    ©
    Classical/Modern Classical

    Avi Avital mandoline
    Brooklyn Rider string qaurtet
    Why you must attend this concert:
    Star mandolinist Avi Avital and Brooklyn Rider as guests in Elmau, the string quartet that has “recreated the string quartet genre as a vibrant 21st century ensemble” National Public Radio)

    Grammy-nominated mandolinist Avi Avital is known for his “explosively charismatic” performances (New York Times). He is the driving force behind the revival of the mandolin: He has been playing in the world's most prestigious concert halls for more than two decades. Now he joins the American string quartet Brooklyn Rider, known for eclectic repertoire and stirring performances – acclaimed by critics and audiences from all genres. National Public Radio (NPR) credits Brooklyn Rider with “recreating the 300-year-old genre of the string quartet as a vibrant, creative ensemble for the 21st century”.

  • Friday

    4 Apr

    2025

    Photo: Fowler_Warner, Pauly, PR, Millot
    ©
    A weekend with Renaud Capuçon

    Renaud Capuçon violin
    Paul Zientara viola
    Julia Hagen cello
    Guillaume Bellom piano

    Mahler: Piano quartet A minor
    Strauss: Piano quartet C minor Op 13

  • Saturday

    5 Apr

    2025

    Photo: Universal Music, Manolo Mylonas
    ©
    A weekend with Renaud Capuçon

    Renaud Capuçon Violine
    Guillaume Bellom Klavier

    Mozart: Violin sonata E flat major K.481
    Strauss: Violin sonata E flat major Op 18

  • Tuesday

    8 Apr

    2025

    Photo: Andrej Grilc
    ©
    Classical

    Maria Ioudenitch violin
    Stanislav Ioudenitch piano

    Beethoven: Violin sonata No 10 G major Op 96
    Lili Boulanger: 2 pieces
    Bartok: Violin sonata No 1

  • 12 - 18

    Apr 25

    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 second time, Nils Landgren is organising his own festival at Schloss Elmau. For this, “Mr Redhorn”, as he is known because of his red instrument, has invited friends and musical partners for five concerts ranging from melancholy, tender ballads to distinctive, groovy sounds.

    with Elin Rombo & Jessica Pilnäs (vocals), Anders Kjellberg Nilsson (violin) and Mats Bergström & Johan Norberg (guitar)

    Programme:
    Saturday, 12 April opening concert
    Sun, Mon, Wed & Thu further concerts (no concert on Tuesday)
    Fri, 18 April day of departure

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  • Saturday

    19 Apr

    2025

    Photo: Simon Fowler_Maximilian König
    ©
    Jazz/Classic

    Lucienne Renaudi Vary trumpet
    Tim Allhoff piano
    “Jazz meets Klassik”
    Why you must attend this concert:
    Elmau debut for young star Lucienne Renaudin Vary on the trumpet

    Works by Bach, de Falla, Kreisler, Gershwin et al.

    The trumpet of 25-year-old French musician Lucienne Renaudin Vary sounds young and fresh. She won the Opus Klassik award for best young musician in 2021 and is one of the rising stars of the classical music scene. At her debut at Schloss Elmau, she will present her new programme “Jazz meets classical music”, in which she and pianist and arranger Tim Allhoff, himself an Echo award winner, will also shed light on their second musical home – jazz.

  • Sunday

    20 Apr

    2025

    Photo: Inge Prade, PR, PR
    ©
    4. Daniel Hope-Woche

    Daniel Hope Violine
    Jacques Ammon Klavier
    Joscho Stephan Gitarre
    Warum Sie dieses Konzert besuchen sollten:
    Ein dynamisches Trio um Stargeiger Daniel Hope stimmt mit mitreißenden amerikanischen Klassikern auf die Festival-Woche ein

    Werke von Fritz Kreisler, George Gershwin, Cole Porter et al.

  • 21 - 27

    Apr 25

    Photo: Nicolas Zonvi
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    4. Daniel Hope-Woche

    4. Daniel Hope-Woche

    After Easter, star violinist Daniel Hope will be performing his fourth 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

    Program:
    Mon, 21 April opening concert
    Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat further concerts (Wednesday no concert)
    Fri, 25 April 9:30 pm late night jazz in the Al Camino Bar
    Sun, 27 April day of departure

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  • Monday

    21 Apr

    2025

    Photo: Tibor Bozi, PR
    ©
    4. Daniel Hope-Woche

    Eröffnungskonzert der Daniel Hope-Woche
    Daniel Hope Violine
    Jacques Ammon Klavier
    „America“

  • Tuesday

    22 Apr

    2025

    Photo: Inge Prader, Camila Berrio, Pollert
    ©
    4. Daniel Hope-Woche

    Daniel Hope Violine
    & Friends
    „DANCE!“

    Daniel Hope, Violine
    Joscho Stephan, Gitarre
    Omar Massa, Bandoneon
    Stéphane Logerot, Kontrabass
    Jacques Ammon, Klavier

  • Thursday

    24 Apr

    2025

    Photo: Michael Petersohn, Tibor Bozi
    ©
    4. Daniel Hope-Woche

    Daniel Hope Violine
    & Friends
    Chanson

    Horst Maria Merz, Gesang & Klavier
    Daniel Hope, Tanja Sonc & Sylvia Savova, Violine
    Jacques Ammon, Klavier
    Ewa Groblewska, Viola
    Anna Tyka Nyffenegger, Violoncello
    Stéphane Logerot, Kontrabass

  • Friday

    25 Apr

    2025

    Photo: Bailey Davidson
    ©
    4. Daniel Hope-Woche

    Daniel Hope Violine
    & Friends
    Kammermusik

    Daniel Hope, Tanja Sonc & Sylvia Savova, Violine
    Ryszard Groblewski, Viola
    Benjamin Nyffenegger, Violoncello
    Stéphane Logerot, Kontrabass
    Oliver Schnyder, Klavier

    Dvorák: Streichquintett et al.

  • Friday

    25 Apr

    2025

    Photo: Daniel Waldhecker
    ©
    4. Daniel Hope-Woche

    Late Night Jazz mit Daniel Hope & Friends
    Warum Sie diese Veranstaltung besuchen sollten:
    Ein swingender Jazz- und Chanson-Abend in intimer Bar-Atmosphäre

    Daniel Hope, Violine
    Stéphane Logerot, Kontrabass
    Jacques Ammon, Klavier
    Joscho Stephan, Gitarre

    Jazz & Chanson

    Einlass: 21.00 | First come, first serve (keine Anmeldung erforderlich)

    Kein Ticketkontingent für Bewohner der Region

  • Saturday

    26 Apr

    2025

    Photo: Harald Hoffmann
    ©
    4. Daniel Hope-Woche

    Abschlusskonzert Daniel Hope Violine
    & Friends
    Kammermusik

    Daniel Hope, Tanja Sonc & Sylvia Savova, Violine
    Ewa Groblewska & Ryszard Groblewski, Viola
    Anna Tyka Nyffenegger & Benjamin Nyffenegger, Violoncello
    Oliver Schnyder, Klavier
    et al.

    Brahms: Streichsextett
    Schumann: Klavierquintett

  • Thursday

    22 May

    2025

    Photo: Daniel Breidt
    ©
    Concert

    Concert

  • Saturday

    24 May

    2025

    Photo: Daniel Breidt
    ©
    Concert

    Concert

  • Saturday

    7 Jun

    2025

    Photo: Egbert Krupp_Schloss Elmau
    ©
    Classical

    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)

    Byrd: John come kiss me now
    The first pavan. The galliart to the first pavan
    Fantasia
    Alman
    Pavan: The Earl of Salisbury. Galliard. Second galliard
    Callino casturame
    The second part of this programme will be announced in spring
    Concert with interval.
    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.


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    The unique character of music played live is a crucial aspect of understanding the expressive beauty and compelling honesty of Grigory Sokolov's art. His poetic interpretations, which come alive with mystical intensity in the concert hall, are based on an in-depth knowledge of the repertoire. His programmes span the entire history of music: from transcriptions of sacred polyphony of the Middle Ages and works by Couperin, Rameau and Bach, to the Classical and Romantic repertoire and key compositions of the 20th century. Now Grigory Sokolov returns to Schloss Elmau – with what is sure to be a compelling and impressive concert evening.

  • Wednesday

    18 Jun

    2025

    Photo: Stew Baxter_Manchester Collective
    ©
    New Classical

    Concert for the Yoga Summit 2025
    Rakhi Singh & Simmy Singh violin, vocals & electronics
    Why you must attend this concert:
    Two of the currently most innovative violinists

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    Rakhi Singh and her sister Simmy, two of the most innovative violinists of our time, are guests in Elmau. Born in rural Wales to an Indian father and an English mother, they are influenced by different cultures and traditions, which also flow into their music. Rakhi is the founder and artistic director of the Manchester Collective, one of the most interesting ensembles around - experimenting with new music and musical forms. She works with artists such as Steve Reich, Hiromi, Phillip Glass, Björk and Abel Selaocoe.

  • Saturday

    21 Jun

    2025

    Photo: 2106_Merton_Paper Plane Records Int
    ©
    Pop/Indie

    Alice Merton vocals
    & Band
    Why you must attend this concert:
    The German-British singer reached a billion streams with her song “No Roots”. Now she can be experienced for the first time at Schloss Elmau.

    With her two studio albums “MINT” & “S.I.D.E.S.”, the German-British indie pop singer achieved over one billion streams and three million sales. Since the release of her debut single “No Roots” (US Gold, multi-platinum in Europe), she has thrilled audiences all over the world. In addition to top 10 placings in the European charts or the US Hot 100 and winning the jury on “The Voice of Germany”, it is above all incredible live moments that characterise Alice Merton's career. From her home in London, Alice Merton has been working primarily on new music this year. She has already released two songs from this new era – so we can look forward to the coming year, in which there will be plenty of new music from Alice Merton.

  • 22 - 27

    Jun 25

    Photo: Caspar David Friedrich
    ©
    Week of Romanticism

    Week of Romanticism

    Each year, the Romanticism Week sheds light on a new aspect of musical Romanticism and its historical context.

    Program:
    Sun, 22 June opening concert
    Mon, 23 - Do, 26 June one concert per evening & 1-2 matinee events
    Thu, 26 Junein the evening closing concert
    Fri, 27 June day of departure

    BOOKING OPTIONS:

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  • Sunday

    22 Jun

    2025

    Photo: Marco Borggreve, PR
    ©
    Week of the Romantic Era

    Opening Concert
    Vilde Frang violin
    Maximilian Hornung violoncello
    Denis Kozhukhin piano

    Schumann: Piano trio No 1 D minor Op 63 & No 2 F major Op 80

  • Monday

    23 Jun

    2025

    Photo: Aaron Bunker
    ©
    Week of the Romantic Era

    Lukas Sternath Klavier
    Why you must attend this concert:
    Lukas Sternath caused a sensation at the ARD Music Competition 2022 by winning the competition and seven other special prizes

    Works by Schumann & Liszt

    Since his spectacular win in the ARD Competition 2022 and seven further prizes in the same competition, he has been thrilling audiences – Lukas Sternath is considered “the rising star in the pianist's sky“ (Hamburger Abendblatt). Born in Vienna in 2001 and trained there, he is currently studying with Igor Levit at the Hanover University of Music, Drama and Media. The Süddeutsche Zeitung recently judged him to have “what a soloist needs: the ability to take his time“. (SZ)

  • 3 - 6

    Jul 25

    Photo: ÜVA_András Schiff_Nadja Sjöström
    ©
    Building Bridges

    Building Bridges – Sir András Schiff presents young pianists

    The famous pianist Sir András Schiff presents young pianists at the beginning of a great career. Even after graduating from a renowned music academy, it is not easy for young musicians to position themselves successfully on the music market. Regardless of talent and technical excellence, there is usually a lack of performance practice and important networks. This is where Sir András Schiff's mentoring programme Building Bridges comes in, with which he has been providing targeted and sustainable support for young pianists since 2014.

    Program:
    Thu, 3 July opening concert (piano recital with Sir András Schiff)
    Fri, 4 & Sat 5 July Concerts with young pianists
    Sun, 6 July day of departure

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    3 nights (arrival Thu, 3 July)
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  • Thursday

    3 Jul

    2025

    Photo: Peter Fischli_Lucerne Festival
    ©
    Building Bridges

    Sir András Schiff piano

    solo recital

  • Friday

    4 Jul

    2025

    Photo: Wojciech Grzedzinski
    ©
    Building Bridges

    Sir András Schiff presents
    Chloe Mun Piano

    Winner of the Concours de Genève (2014), the International Busoni Competition (2015) & Member of Building Bridges 2024/2025

  • Friday

    4 Jul

    2025

    Photo: Irène Zandel
    ©
    Building Bridges

    Sir András Schiff presents
    Schaghajegh Nosrati Piano

    Winner of the second prize at the International Bach Competition Leipzig (2014) & Alumna of Building Bridges 2015/2016

  • Saturday

    5 Jul

    2025

    Photo: Neda Navaee
    ©
    Building Bridges

    Sir András Schiff presents
    Tomoki Park Piano

    Concerts at the Philharmonie Berlin, the Suntory Hall, at the Rheingau Music Festival & Alumnus of Building Bridges 2023/2024

  • Saturday

    5 Jul

    2025

    Photo: Nadja Sjöström
    ©
    Building Bridges

    Sir András Schiff
    duos with Chloe Mun, Schaghajegh Nosrati & Tomoki Park

  • Wednesday

    9 Jul

    2025

    Photo: Marco Borggreve
    ©
    Classical

    Lucas & Arthur Jussen piano duo
    Why you must attend this concert:
    One of the most sought-after piano duos of our time brings a breath of fresh air to classical music

    Grieg: Peer Gynt-Suite No 1 for 4 hands
    Schubert: Rondo A major for 4 hands
    Rachmaninov: Six Morceaux Op 11 for 4 hands

    Dutch duo Lucas & Artur Jussen are among the most sought-after piano duos of our time and are a breath of fresh air in the world's biggest concert halls. With their energetic, almost symbiotic playing, their great refinement of sound and their gripping interpretations, they are celebrated by press and audience alike. “It's like driving two BMWs at the same time,” said conductor Michael Schønwandt about the two pianists after a joint concert.

  • Thursday

    10 Jul

    2025

    Photo: Maurice Haas, Julie Mignot
    ©
    Classical

    Belcea Quartet string quartet
    Quatuor Ébène string quartet
    Why you must attend this concert:
    The two best string quartets in the world united in an octet

    Mendelssohn: String octet
    Enescu: String octet

    Two world-class string quartets: the Quatuor Ébène and the Belcea Quartet are among the best string quartets ever. For this concert, they unite to form an octet and interpret two of the great works for this instrumentation – Mendelssohn's youthful work full of luminous melodic ideas and the darkly glowing, dense work by the nineteen-year-old Romanian Enescu.

  • Tuesday

    22 Jul

    2025

    Photo: Ben Bonouvrier
    ©
    World

    Abel Selaocoe cello, voice & electronics
    Why you must attend this concert:
    The South African cellist Abel Selaocoe overwhelms audiences worldwide with his vital performance and expressive stage presence

    South African cellist Abel Selaocoe redefines the parameters of the cello: he moves effortlessly through a variety of genres, from collaborations with world musicians and beatboxers to classical solo concerts. He combines virtuoso performance with improvisation, singing and body percussion and has a particular interest in rethinking concert programmes and highlighting connections between Western and non-Western musical traditions.