What to expect

At Oxenfoord International Summer School, every day is designed to inspire, challenge, and support you on your musical journey. Click Here for a typical day’s schedule. Your week is completely customisable to you, and you can choose to build your classes from the following options:

  • Daily individual lessons with teachers and coaches of your choice
  • Learn from our world-class faculty of singers, pianists, and coaches
  • Personalised guidance to help you grow artistically and technically

 

  • Opera Scenes: step into character and explore dramatic repertoire with directors, coaches, and conductors
  • Song Circle: collaborate with others on themed repertoire projects
  • Choir: come together as a community and share in the joy of ensemble singing
  • Ensemble class: Learn repertoire in duos, trios, and quartets by composers including Grieg, Schumann, Brahms, Schubert, and more!

When you’re not in your lesson, your learning doesn’t stop! You’re encouraged to:

  • Sit in on other classes and watch colleagues at work
  • Absorb a wide range of styles and teaching approaches
  • Gain insight by hearing repertoire beyond your own, and maybe discover a new favourite piece to learn!

Oxenfoord is set in St Andrews, Scotland, a historic seaside town with a relaxed pace. In your free time, you can:

  • Enjoy the beaches, cafés, and open spaces
  • Stroll through the picturesque streets and browse the independent shops
  • Visit the cathedral ruins or castle