French mélodie & German Lied with Wout Oosterkamp
Refine Your Art of Song Interpretation
Join internationally acclaimed bass-baritone Wout Oosterkamp for an inspiring two-day masterclass dedicated to the rich traditions of French mélodie and German Lied.
Hosted by Hans Schellevis Piano Studio in Voorschoten, this intensive masterclass offers singers the opportunity to deepen their understanding of repertoire, interpretation, diction, and artistic expression.
Whether you are a conservatory student, young professional, or advanced amateur musician, this course provides a unique opportunity to work closely with one of the most respected specialists in vocal repertoire.
Course Details
Dates
11 & 12 July 2026
Location
Hans Schellevis Piano Studio
Voorschoten, The Netherlands
13:00-18:00u
Course Fee
€250
You will receive two lessons of 45 minutes
Who Can Participate?
This masterclass is open to:
- Classical singers
- Conservatory students
- Advanced amateur musicians
Active participants are invited to prepare repertoire from the French and German song traditions.
Enrollment participants
To enroll in the Masterclass, please complete the form below. After submitting the form, you will receive a payment link by email.
Participation is confirmed upon receipt of the full course fee.
Final application deadline: 15 June 2026
Cancellation Policy: The course fee is refundable upon written request received by June 15, 2026. No refunds will be granted for cancellation requests received after June 15, 2026.
Observers
Observers are welcome to attend the masterclass and experience the sessions from the audience.
A limited number of observer places are available each day (maximum 20 per day).
Tickets
- 1-Day Observer Pass: €27
- 2-Day Observer Pass: €50
Purchase your observer tickets here (you’ll be forwarded to Eventbrite):
https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/masterclass-wout-oosterkamp-tickets-1989669627416?aff=oddtdtcreator
WOUT OOSTERKAMP is a Dutch bass-baritone renowned for his work in opera, oratorio, and art song. He studied voice and piano at the Maastricht Conservatory and continued his vocal training in Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Madrid. Following his debut with the Netherlands Opera Foundation in 1982, he performed extensively throughout Europe, including appearances at Glyndebourne and in the United States. His repertoire ranged from the great bass-baritone roles of the operatic canon to contemporary premieres by Dutch composers. In 1985 he received the prestigious Dutch Music Prize, becoming the first male singer to receive the award. Alongside his performing career, he served for many years as Professor of Voice at the Royal Conservatoire in The Hague, where he trained a generation of young singers.

