International Chamber Music Festival
Every year, Utrecht becomes a hub of classical music performances as the Tivoli Vredenburg welcomes some of the most sought-after musicians to perform on its renowned concert stages. In 2023, the festival celebrates its 20th edition!
Chamber music in the heart of the Netherlands
International Chamber Music Festival is a yearly celebration of world-class chamber music in the heart of the Netherlands. Music aficionados from all over the Netherlands flock to Utrecht to listen and see some of the world's most distinguished classical music performers in action in unique and charming venues all across Utrecht. For the true chamber music enthusiast, think of the festival as an important occasion for your Christmas holidays.
Janine Jansen & Friends
Pre-eminent Dutch violinist Janine Jansen is the artistic leader of the festival, and has curated an impeccable programme of chamber works performed by some of the big names in chamber music. The festival is international in scope and typically brings musicians from all over the world onto its stage, while also celebrating home-grown talent.
The musicians on this year's roster include:
- Daniel Blendulf
- Boris Brovtsyn
- Amihai Grosz
- Janine Jansen
- Clara Jumi-Kang
- Sunwook Kim
- Denis Kozhukhin
- Torleif Thedéen
- Timothy Ridout
International Chamber Music Festival venues
The International Chamber Music Festival concert programme gives you the opportunity to explore many magnificent buildings in Utrecht! The impressive multi-storey concert venue Tivoli Vredenburg serves as the heart and soul of the festival, as well as Utrecht Public Library (Openbare Bibliotheek Utrecht) and ZIMIHC Theatre Stefanus.
There are children’s concerts with instrumentalists collaborating with other disciplines, especially for children aged two to five.
Book your tickets
Tickets to the International Chamber Music Festival are available on the Tivoli Vredenburg website. Book your tickets in advance and plan your exciting musical tour of Utrecht!