Chamber Players is a holiday music course which runs twice a year. It has been set up by Lucy Melvin, a violinist and teacher in South London, whose belief it is that working in small ensembles is the best way to learn and enjoy a musical instrument. Chamber Players tutors are all highly regarded in the profession, both as performers and teachers.

Whether you are just beginning to explore the joy of playing music with others, or you are a very experienced player, who is looking for intensive quartet coaching by some highly accomplished string players, chamber musicians and teachers - Chamber Players offers a great week of music making. With a large library of repertoire, there is music for everyone.

All coaching is aimed according to the ability of players, and pupils are placed in ensembles with other players of similar abilities and experience, so that every pupil gets the most out of the course. Everyone comes away having made good friends, and musical contacts, experienced coaching from top professionals, learnt some more of the wonderful chamber music repertoire.

The courses are 5 day, non-residential course for juniors and seniors. The juniors are coached in the mornings, and the seniors in the afternoons. Throughout the week there will be a series of inspiring concerts for the pupils to attend. These will start with the Opening Night Concert (which always offers something exciting, and a little bit different), and continue with lunchtime chamber music concerts in the middle of the week. There will be a final concert for all families to attend with a performance from the tutors and all the pupils. All tutors are highly respected chamber musicians and teachers.

The course is open to  string players of any ability, and pianists grade 7 and above.

Whilst we are always sensitive to a pupil's age, the courses, and ensembles are arranged primarily on ability. If any family is uncertain as to which course a pupil should be applying for, please contact lucymelvin@lineone.net .