Events

Play & Repeat??! Piano improvisation daysFinal concert by the participants

For the seventh time, pianists - students, professionals and committed amateur musicians - meet at the Landesmusikakademie to deepen their practice in the field of improvisation.

The four lecturers Sebastian Sternal, Christopher Miltenberger, Helmut Lörscher and Laurens Patzlaff are professors at the music schools in Mainz, Freiburg and Lübeck. They are among the most internationally renowned specialists in piano improvisation and each pursue individual approaches to improvisation, with which they have made an outstanding name not only in the field of jazz.

“... the ear does not like to be satisfied with what it has already suspected in advance, but always wants to be deceived.” (Joachim Quantz, 1752)

Improvising on jazz standards, folk songs and pop songs is one of the most important skills of music teachers nowadays. Improvisation is also playing an increasingly important role in instrumental lessons. The course is aimed at all those who want to deepen their knowledge of piano improvisation and at the same time break new ground in traditional ways. Variation and renewal of known musical patterns of all kinds is the focus of the course work.

In July, the JAZZ SUMMER SCHOOL will take place at the State Music Academy in close cooperation with the Jazz Campus at the Mainz University of Music. The general public is cordially invited to attend the closing session on July 28 in the Garden Hall of Engers Castle.
The Summer School is an annual intensive coaching program for teenagers and young adults who have already acquired basic skills on their instrument and wish to improve their playing in pop and jazz music. 

For many years, the Rhineland-Palatinate State Youth Orchestra (LJO) has been one of Germany’s leading youth orchestras.
During an intensive rehearsal period at the State Music Academy under the musical direction of Hermann Bäumer, a chamber ensemble of approximately 40 young musicians is preparing for a performance in Berlin.
The public dress rehearsal will take place, as is tradition, in the auditorium of the Heinrichhaus Neuwied-Engers at 7:30 p.m.
Admission is free

During the summer break, the Rhineland-Palatinate State Youth Choir is visiting the State Music Academy for its summer workshop. Before the young singers set off for concerts across Rhineland-Palatinate, they will present their new program on Friday evening during a public dress rehearsal in the auditorium of the Heinrich House—admission is free.
Fri | Aug 7, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. | Rhineland-Palatinate State Youth Choir | Auditorium

A series of high-caliber concerts at historically significant venues along the Rhine, yet more than just a music festival: Starting Sunday, August 16, the chamber music summer camp “Musiktage am Rhein” will bring together around 70 exceptionally talented young musicians from around the world at the Landesmusikakademie in Engers.
Under the direction of Anne Shih, professor of violin at the Mainz University of Music, a team of international instructors will mentor the young musicians. Individual lessons are offered daily to prepare them for ensemble playing. In addition, there will be coaching sessions, joint rehearsals, and daily concerts at inspiring venues such as Engers Castle, Namedy Castle, or the casting hall of the Sayner Hütte. Faculty and course participants perform together with the “Mainzer Virtuosi” ensemble and international guests.
The program offers the audience a wide range of high-quality, accessible music, while participants have the opportunity to make music with like-minded peers in the land of many great composers and gain valuable concert experience.

The following concert dates have already been confirmed:

Aug. 17 | 7:30 p.m. | St. Martin Engers - Opening Concert
Aug. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Namedy Castle - Open Air
Aug. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | 
Aug. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Görreshaus Koblenz
Aug. 21 | 7:30 PM | Marktkirche Neuwied
Aug. 22 | 7:30 PM |
Aug. 23 | 5:00 PM | Arenfels Castle - Open Air
Aug. 24 | 7:30 PM | Garden Hall, Engers Castle 
Aug. 25 | 7:30 PM | Casting Hall of the Sayner Hütte
August 26 | 7:30 p.m. | Namedy Castle – Hall of Mirrors
August 27 | 7:30 p.m. | St. Martin Engers – Closing Concert

From August 18 to August 27, there will also be a one-hour lunchtime concert daily at 12:00 p.m. in the Garden Hall of Engers Castle.

A series of top-class concerts at historically significant locations along the Rhine and yet more than just a music festival: from Monday August 17th, the chamber music summer camp ‘Musiktage am Rhein’ will bring together around 70 exceptional young talents from all over the world at the Landesmusikakademie in Engers.
Under the direction of Anne Shih, Professor of Violin at the Mainz University of Music, a team of international lecturers will be supervising the young musicians. Individual lessons are offered daily to prepare them for playing in an ensemble. There are also coaching sessions, joint rehearsals and daily concerts at inspiring venues such as Engers Castle, Namedy Castle and the casting hall at Sayner Hütte. Lecturers and course participants perform together with the ‘Mainzer Virtuosi’ ensemble and international guests.
The programme offers the audience a broad spectrum of high-quality, audible music, while the participants can look forward to making music together with like-minded people and gaining concert experience in the land of many great composers.

A series of top-class concerts at historically significant locations along the Rhine and yet more than just a music festival: from Monday August 17th, the chamber music summer camp ‘Musiktage am Rhein’ will bring together around 70 exceptional young talents from all over the world at the Landesmusikakademie in Engers.
Under the direction of Anne Shih, Professor of Violin at the Mainz University of Music, a team of international lecturers will be supervising the young musicians. Individual lessons are offered daily to prepare them for playing in an ensemble. There are also coaching sessions, joint rehearsals and daily concerts at inspiring venues such as Engers Castle, Namedy Castle and the casting hall at Sayner Hütte. Lecturers and course participants perform together with the ‘Mainzer Virtuosi’ ensemble and international guests.
The programme offers the audience a broad spectrum of high-quality, audible music, while the participants can look forward to making music together with like-minded people and gaining concert experience in the land of many great composers.

A series of top-class concerts at historically significant locations along the Rhine and yet more than just a music festival: from Monday August 17th, the chamber music summer camp ‘Musiktage am Rhein’ will bring together around 70 exceptional young talents from all over the world at the Landesmusikakademie in Engers.
Under the direction of Anne Shih, Professor of Violin at the Mainz University of Music, a team of international lecturers will be supervising the young musicians. Individual lessons are offered daily to prepare them for playing in an ensemble. There are also coaching sessions, joint rehearsals and daily concerts at inspiring venues such as Engers Castle, Namedy Castle and the casting hall at Sayner Hütte. Lecturers and course participants perform together with the ‘Mainzer Virtuosi’ ensemble and international guests.
The programme offers the audience a broad spectrum of high-quality, audible music, while the participants can look forward to making music together with like-minded people and gaining concert experience in the land of many great composers.

As celebrated instrumental virtuosos, they toured Europe, leaving a musical legacy and exerting a stylistic influence far beyond their homeland. Their works combine brilliance, expressiveness, and timeless beauty.

A series of top-class concerts at historically significant locations along the Rhine and yet more than just a music festival: from Monday August 17th, the chamber music summer camp ‘Musiktage am Rhein’ will bring together around 70 exceptional young talents from all over the world at the Landesmusikakademie in Engers.
Under the direction of Anne Shih, Professor of Violin at the Mainz University of Music, a team of international lecturers will be supervising the young musicians. Individual lessons are offered daily to prepare them for playing in an ensemble. There are also coaching sessions, joint rehearsals and daily concerts at inspiring venues such as Engers Castle, Namedy Castle and the casting hall at Sayner Hütte. Lecturers and course participants perform together with the ‘Mainzer Virtuosi’ ensemble and international guests.
The programme offers the audience a broad spectrum of high-quality, audible music, while the participants can look forward to making music together with like-minded people and gaining concert experience in the land of many great composers.

Benjamin Britten and the composers of the North are united by music of exceptional depth and introspection. Their works are characterized by expansive soundscapes, subtle nuances, and a close connection to nature.

A series of top-class concerts at historically significant locations along the Rhine and yet more than just a music festival: from Monday August 17th, the chamber music summer camp ‘Musiktage am Rhein’ will bring together around 70 exceptional young talents from all over the world at the Landesmusikakademie in Engers.
Under the direction of Anne Shih, Professor of Violin at the Mainz University of Music, a team of international lecturers will be supervising the young musicians. Individual lessons are offered daily to prepare them for playing in an ensemble. There are also coaching sessions, joint rehearsals and daily concerts at inspiring venues such as Engers Castle, Namedy Castle and the casting hall at Sayner Hütte. Lecturers and course participants perform together with the ‘Mainzer Virtuosi’ ensemble and international guests.
The programme offers the audience a broad spectrum of high-quality, audible music, while the participants can look forward to making music together with like-minded people and gaining concert experience in the land of many great composers.

Chamber music was once meant for friends—to play and listen together. In this small, charming concert hall, the pieces have the greatest impact through the direct, personal connection between the musicians and the audience.

A series of top-class concerts at historically significant locations along the Rhine and yet more than just a music festival: from Monday August 17th, the chamber music summer camp ‘Musiktage am Rhein’ will bring together around 70 exceptional young talents from all over the world at the Landesmusikakademie in Engers.
Under the direction of Anne Shih, Professor of Violin at the Mainz University of Music, a team of international lecturers will be supervising the young musicians. Individual lessons are offered daily to prepare them for playing in an ensemble. There are also coaching sessions, joint rehearsals and daily concerts at inspiring venues such as Engers Castle, Namedy Castle and the casting hall at Sayner Hütte. Lecturers and course participants perform together with the ‘Mainzer Virtuosi’ ensemble and international guests.
The programme offers the audience a broad spectrum of high-quality, audible music, while the participants can look forward to making music together with like-minded people and gaining concert experience in the land of many great composers.

You ask, you order, you get it! What was once reserved for counts and princes can now be enjoyed by our audience: the masterpieces of Bach and Haydn—performed by celebrated virtuosos whose concerts were often the subject of heated competition among Europe’s nobility in the 19th century.

A series of top-class concerts at historically significant locations along the Rhine and yet more than just a music festival: from Monday August 17th, the chamber music summer camp ‘Musiktage am Rhein’ will bring together around 70 exceptional young talents from all over the world at the Landesmusikakademie in Engers.
Under the direction of Anne Shih, Professor of Violin at the Mainz University of Music, a team of international lecturers will be supervising the young musicians. Individual lessons are offered daily to prepare them for playing in an ensemble. There are also coaching sessions, joint rehearsals and daily concerts at inspiring venues such as Engers Castle, Namedy Castle and the casting hall at Sayner Hütte. Lecturers and course participants perform together with the ‘Mainzer Virtuosi’ ensemble and international guests.
The programme offers the audience a broad spectrum of high-quality, audible music, while the participants can look forward to making music together with like-minded people and gaining concert experience in the land of many great composers.

Chamber music was once meant for friends—to play and listen together. In this small, charming concert hall, the pieces have the greatest impact through the direct, personal connection between the musicians and the audience.

A series of top-class concerts at historically significant locations along the Rhine and yet more than just a music festival: from Monday August 17th, the chamber music summer camp ‘Musiktage am Rhein’ will bring together around 70 exceptional young talents from all over the world at the Landesmusikakademie in Engers.
Under the direction of Anne Shih, Professor of Violin at the Mainz University of Music, a team of international lecturers will be supervising the young musicians. Individual lessons are offered daily to prepare them for playing in an ensemble. There are also coaching sessions, joint rehearsals and daily concerts at inspiring venues such as Engers Castle, Namedy Castle and the casting hall at Sayner Hütte. Lecturers and course participants perform together with the ‘Mainzer Virtuosi’ ensemble and international guests.
The programme offers the audience a broad spectrum of high-quality, audible music, while the participants can look forward to making music together with like-minded people and gaining concert experience in the land of many great composers.

A series of top-class concerts at historically significant locations along the Rhine and yet more than just a music festival: from Monday August 17th, the chamber music summer camp ‘Musiktage am Rhein’ will bring together around 70 exceptional young talents from all over the world at the Landesmusikakademie in Engers.
Under the direction of Anne Shih, Professor of Violin at the Mainz University of Music, a team of international lecturers will be supervising the young musicians. Individual lessons are offered daily to prepare them for playing in an ensemble. There are also coaching sessions, joint rehearsals and daily concerts at inspiring venues such as Engers Castle, Namedy Castle and the casting hall at Sayner Hütte. Lecturers and course participants perform together with the ‘Mainzer Virtuosi’ ensemble and international guests.
The programme offers the audience a broad spectrum of high-quality, audible music, while the participants can look forward to making music together with like-minded people and gaining concert experience in the land of many great composers.

A series of top-class concerts at historically significant locations along the Rhine and yet more than just a music festival: from Mounday August 17th, the chamber music summer camp ‘Musiktage am Rhein’ will bring together around 70 exceptional young talents from all over the world at the Landesmusikakademie in Engers.
Under the direction of Anne Shih, Professor of Violin at the Mainz University of Music, a team of international lecturers will be supervising the young musicians. Individual lessons are offered daily to prepare them for playing in an ensemble. There are also coaching sessions, joint rehearsals and daily concerts at inspiring venues such as Engers Castle, Namedy Castle and the casting hall at Sayner Hütte. Lecturers and course participants perform together with the ‘Mainzer Virtuosi’ ensemble and international guests.
The programme offers the audience a broad spectrum of high-quality, audible music, while the participants can look forward to making music together with like-minded people and gaining concert experience in the land of many great composers.

A series of top-class concerts at historically significant locations along the Rhine and yet more than just a music festival: from Monday August 17th, the chamber music summer camp ‘Musiktage am Rhein’ will bring together around 70 exceptional young talents from all over the world at the Landesmusikakademie in Engers.
Under the direction of Anne Shih, Professor of Violin at the Mainz University of Music, a team of international lecturers will be supervising the young musicians. Individual lessons are offered daily to prepare them for playing in an ensemble. There are also coaching sessions, joint rehearsals and daily concerts at inspiring venues such as Engers Castle, Namedy Castle and the casting hall at Sayner Hütte. Lecturers and course participants perform together with the ‘Mainzer Virtuosi’ ensemble and international guests.
The programme offers the audience a broad spectrum of high-quality, audible music, while the participants can look forward to making music together with like-minded people and gaining concert experience in the land of many great composers.