Learn, research, explore with professors from the international stage within the beautiful setting of historic Zutphen

Be moved and get inspired

The Academy

Wherever you are on your journey – we would like to join you. Our teachers challenge you to develop yourself into a real performer – moved and inspired, who dares and is able to go beyond technical perfection. Become part of our small scale community that will provide you security and will challenge you at the same time.

Monasteries

Make your inspiration tangible – embark on a year long journey with the Monasteries

Research Retreats

Captivating partnership between composers, cellists, and visual artists

Monasteries

4-DAY COURSE

With Jeroen den Herder, Joachim Eijlander and Hua-Hsuan Lee

16 – 19 October 2025
Final application: until 4 weeks in advance – contact us if this date has passed


Dat Bolwerck
Zutphen

4-DAY COURSE

With Jeroen den Herder, Viola de Hoog, Siebe Henstra and Hua-Hsuan Lee

8 – 11 January 2026
Final application: until 4 weeks in advance – contact us if this date has passed


 
Dat Bolwerck
Zutphen

4-DAY COURSE

With Viola de Hoog, Joachim Eijlander and Hua-Hsuan Lee

19 – 22 February 2026
Final application: until 4 weeks in advance – contact us if this date has passed


Dat Bolwerck
Zutphen

4-DAY COURSE

With Jeroen den Herder, Viola de Hoog, Siebe Henstra and Hua-Hsuan Lee

28 April – 1 May 2026
Final application: until 4 weeks in advance – contact us if this date has passed


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Dat Bolwerck
Zutphen

Research Retreats

4-DAY COURSE

WE ARE ALL HERE
Bas Kosters

TEAM
Jeroen den Herder – cello
Vanessa Lann – composition
Hua-Hsuan Lee – piano

3 – 6 December 2025
Final application: early November

4-DAY COURSE

LIFE LINE – BACK TO THE SOURCE
Karin Bos

TEAM
Katharina Gross – cello, composition, performance
Arnold Marinissen – composition
Alfian Emir Adytia – cello, composition, electronic sounds
Hua-Hsuan Lee – piano

25 – 28 March 2026
Final application: mid April

An inspiring environment

The Cello Academy is situated in Dat Bolwerck, Zaadmarkt 12. It is a mixture of charming medieval times and modern art, right in the heart of the old town, just a 10-minute walk from the train station. Dat Bolwerck offers room for individual lessons, self-study, group lessons, performances and to meet. You’ll stay with families connected to the Academy, all within a short walk or bike ride away. Have you ever visited Zutphen? If we may say so, it is a delightful little town. It boasts a charming market filled with cozy cafes and is nestled along the IJssel river, where you can always find a tranquil spot to relax by the riverbanks.

Watch our story

Cello Academy Zutphen: courses for further education Music is a way of life, a path that requires regular practice, study and deepening. For ambitious cellists who want to travel this path, the Cello Academy Zutphen organises intensive courses and study days, closed with concerts at various locations. Also the Cellofestival Zutphen offers students a stage.