See | Hear | Experience
From string quartets to jazz and baroque specialists to world music, we bring the finest musicians to the awe-inspiring Lake District. But it’s not just about hearing today’s leading musicians, this is the place to get a first glimpse of the next big thing. It’s part of our DNA to support emerging artists as they start their careers and to provide opportunities for young people in Cumbria to see and experience live music.
Afternoon and evening concerts in beautiful venues from January to June 2026, with an array of instruments and ensembles.
Summer Festival
A captivating blend of music, and world class performers and emerging artists, the Summer Festival takes place from 31 July to 9 August 2026.
About Us
We believe in the power of music to inspire and to change lives.
Discover our story, explore our history and meet the team.
Support the Renna Kellaway Emerging Artists Fund
Having supported over 1,600 young musicians now at the top of the classical music scene for the last 40 years, we are looking to the future. In memory of our late Founder Renna Kellaway MBE you can secure the critical support and launchpad Emerging Artists need to have successful careers for the next 40 years.
Latest News
Dudok Quartet Amsterdam perform Death and the Maiden
Due to scheduling difficulties the Kleio Quartet will no longer be able to perform during this year’s Summer Festival. We are incredibly pleased to welcome Dudok Quartet Amsterdam to the Lake District in their place.
Join the 2026 summer festival team
Want to work at a classical music festival? We're putting together a team for this year's festival and we're looking for Artists Managers, Event...
2026 Summer Festival programme announced
Excitement is in the air as Lake District Music announce the programme for the 2026 Summer Festival. Featuring a captivating blend of music, and world class performers and emerging artists, the Summer Festival takes place from 31 July to 9 August 2026.
