Mountain Music

About

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Run by pianist Richard Ormrod and violinist Mary Hofman, Mountain Music provides intensive, one-to-one  residential courses and small group courses, for solo pianists, solo violinists and violin/piano duos. Here you can design and book a course of a length to suit you, on dates of your choice. Whilst enjoying generous hours of coaching, there is also opportunity to explore spectacular landscapes and absorb the peace of the surrounding rivers and lakes. Set in the Gwydyr Forest, in Eryri National Park, the intimate setting and supportive nature of the tuition create a unique course.

Courses

PIANO COURSES

PIANO COURSES

Book your own private 1:1 residential piano course at Mountain Music, and enjoy days of intensive piano study in a stunning environment!

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VIOLIN COURSES

VIOLIN COURSES

Arrange your own private 1:1 residential course to your own specifications! Dates are flexible, and you can book for the length of course that suits you.

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Group Courses

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OMF Summer Music Course

OMF Summer Music Course

An annual collaboration with OMF, a fantastic charity providing music tuition in schools in Manchester and much more besides!

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Accommodation

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Students on one-to-one courses have accommodation in their own self-contained annexe with double bedroom, bathroom and practice room with baby grand piano.


Students coming on small group courses have the choice of using the luxurious bell-tents and shower block, or arranging their own accommodation in the nearby village of Betws y Coed, where there is a plethora of Bed and Breakfasts, hotels and holiday cottages.

Contact

  • Betws-y-Coed, UK
  • Pen Yr Allt Ganol Betws y Coed LL24 0DG

Testimonials

 I had a delightful few days at Mountain Music with Richard and Mary in North Wales. As a relative beginner to the piano, I was amazed by how much I learned in such a short time. Richard’s deep knowledge of music and Mary’s seasoned musicianship shone through in their expert and thoughtful teaching. Their warm hospitality and the beauty of their home made the experience even more special. My time there not only deepened my love for the piano but also inspired me to continue my musical journey. I can’t wait to hopefully return next year! Ajit (London) 2024 

 Thank you so much for my delightful short stay. Your hospitality was wonderful. Your home is so special and I thoroughly enjoyed the healthy home-cooked cake. Richard, I appreciate the invaluable tips you taught me: I’m dedicating the morning to review and consolidate everything I’ve learned. Rebecca (Cheshire) 2024 

 I absolutely enjoyed the course you were all amazing right down to the food. Lawrence (Liverpool) 2024 

  

Concerts


Alongside Mountain Music courses we curate a series of chamber concerts in some of the spectacular hidden venues of Eryri. We bring together superb chamber musicians from across the UK as well as celebrating talented musicians from North Wales. Join us for glorious music in intimate settings of hidden beauty.



SEPTEMBER 2026

Wild Music
Cerddoriaeth Gwyllt


For more information or to book tickets for this dramatic programme of piano quartets, click Here


  


OCTOBER 2026

Songs Of The Earth
Caneauon y Ddaear


For more information about this exciting soprano and piano programme, click Here.
















FEBRUARY 2027

Duos for Violin and Piano

A revealing programme of masterworks for violin and piano. For more information and ticket booking click Here.




APRIL 2027


String Trio

A joyous programme of classic and lesser-known works. Click Here for more  information or to book tickets.