Music Summer Festival in Bohinj

Musical Summer Bohinj is harmoniously attuned to the environment in which it comes to life each year. The exceptional acoustics of the Church of St. Martin in Srednja vas, along with the stunning natural and cultural landscape of Bohinj, invite top Slovenian and international musicians to tune their art to the rhythm of nature. Many experts have written about the proven positive effects of classical music on the body and mind – and now, we invite you to experience it for yourself.

Masterclasses

In 2025, alongside the concert program, masterclasses with renowned professors will once again be part of the festival, following the overwhelming success and positive response of last year’s edition. If you’re looking to refine your musical skills, the seminars in Bohinj offer a perfect opportunity to combine the useful with the enjoyable – all in an inspiring setting where music and nature meet in perfect harmony.

Summer concerts programme - in preparation

The Music Summer Festival in Bohinj is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year! For three decades, it has been weaving music with nature and art with experience, filling Bohinj every summer with outstanding musical events.

On this special occasion, we invite you to join us in celebrating this milestone and to experience a summer enriched by the sounds of exceptional musicians. Discover which concerts you can weave into your summer enjoyment in Bohinj this year.


Recurring Event

Bohinj Summer Music Opening concert


Recurring Event

Bohinj Summer Music Festival: Die schöne Müllerin


Recurring Event

Bohinj Summer Music Festival: Concert by Members of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra


Recurring Event

Bohinj Summer Music Festival: Žust


Recurring Event

Bohinj Summer Music Festival: Jan Ostrý

Masterclasses with renowned professors

In 2023, three young and talented musicians – Eva Jensterle, Jerca Novak, and Urška Zupan – took on the role of coordinating the festival, bringing fresh ideas and new energy to the program. In 2024, alongside a rich concert schedule, the festival introduced masterclasses for the first time, led by the renowned professor Ilze Urbane. Due to the great interest and positive feedback, the masterclasses will continue in 2025 as well.

Flute Masterclass

The flute masterclass will be led by the renowned professor Jan Ostrý, who teaches at MUK Vienna, the Prague Conservatory, and the University of Ostrava. This year, he will be joined by guest artist Aleksandra Pleterski, a Slovenian flutist who will begin her engagement with the prestigious Vienna State Opera and Vienna Philharmonic in September 2025.

  • Date: 18. – 23. August 2025
  • Number of participants: 10
  • Registration for the seminar: until 1 June 2025
  • Price for active participation: 400 EUR
  • Passive participation price: 50 €/day

Applications will be accepted until places are filled, on a first-come, first-served basis. Once your registration is submitted, we will send you payment instructions by email.

The seminar is intended for students and advanced pupils who wish to enhance their skills in professional flute performance, prepare for auditions and competitions, or refine their playing technique – all in the inspiring setting of idyllic Bohinj.

The seminar will take place in the Hall of the Joža Ažman Cultural Centre in Bohinjska Bistrica.

Each active participant will receive four individual lessons with a professor – three with Prof. Jan Ostry and one with Aleksandra Pleterski. The acclaimed accompanist Tadej Horvat will also be present during the lessons.

Additionally, participants will benefit from a breathing technique workshop led by Eva Jensterle.

  • Number of participants: 10
  • Registration for the seminar: until 1 June 2025
  • Price for active participation: 400 EUR
  • Passive participation price: 50 EUR/day

    Applications will be accepted until all spots are filled, in the order in which they are received.
    After submitting your application, you will receive all necessary payment instructions via email.

Accommodation during the seminar

Participants are responsible for arranging their own accommodation and meals. Lunch will be available at a reasonable price in a partner restaurant located nearby.

For further information or questions, please contact: [email protected]

If you would like to stay together with other participants, please let us know by email so that we can connect you with each other.

Registration form for the seminar

As part of the Music Summer Festival in Bohinj, a concert by Professor Jan Ostrý and pianist Tadej Horvat will take place on Thursday, July 21st at St. Martin’s Church in Srednja vas.

On Saturday, August 23rd, the final concert of the participants will be held in the Joža Ažman Cultural Hall.

For more information, please contact us at:
[email protected]