When does the event take place?

On 07.10.2026 from 15:00 to 16:00.

Where does the museum tour take place?

At the COMU Carl Orff Museum, Ziegelstadel 1, 86911 Dießen am Ammersee.

How much is the admission?

The ticket price is 20 € per appointment.

Do I need musical background?

No, musical background is explicitly not required.

Who is the offer suitable for?

For younger and older adults who want to learn about Carl Orff, music communication, and an active art experience.

Is the event accessible for people with disabilities?

According to museum information, the museum is considered partially accessible or nearly accessible. Specific details should be checked before the visit.

A resonant museum afternoon that brings Carl Orff's world to life and close

Name: Afternoon with Orff // Museum Tour
Start: 2026-10-07T17:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-07T18:00:00+02:00
Location: COMU Carl Orff Museum

An Afternoon in the Sound Space of Carl Orff

At the COMU Carl Orff Museum in Dießen am Ammersee, this afternoon combines a tour, collective singing, and rhythmic music-making into a vibrant artistic experience. The event is aimed at younger and older adults, and musical background is not required.

A Museum That Makes Music Tangible

The Carl Orff Museum is regarded as a special place of cultural education: It is dedicated to the life, work, and pedagogical thinking of composer Carl Orff and makes his legacy tangible in the historical setting. The exhibition is designed for encounters, listening, feeling, and participation, creating an exhibition atmosphere where the contemplation of the work is not abstract but becomes physical and sensory.

Guided Tour, Rhythm, and Shared Experiences

The program starts with a museum tour that opens the perspective on Orff's artistic biography, his musical creations, and the idea of the Orff Schulwerk. Subsequently, the experience intensifies: collective singing and rhythmic music-making with Orff instruments transform the visit into an active form of art communication. It is precisely this connection of context, sound, and movement that gives the afternoon its appeal.

Orff as Composer, Educator, and Theatre Person

Carl Orff is considered one of the most significant music creators of the 20th century. With Carmina Burana, he gained worldwide fame, but his work extends far beyond that. The museum also presents him as a reform educator who thought of language, music, and movement as an elemental unity. For visitors, this creates a deeper understanding of art history, music communication, and cultural education.

A Place with a Special Aura at Ammersee

The museum in Dießen am Ammersee is located at the former residence and working place of the composer. This authenticity shapes the visit: the view of Orff's life world, his study, and the history of the house gives the tour a special intimacy. Those who engage with this afternoon experience not just a museum, but a place of cultural memory and aesthetic experience.

Conclusion

Afternoon with Orff opens an inspiring access to one of the great names in music history. The combination of museum tour, communal practice, and site-specific atmosphere makes this event an ideal appointment for anyone who wants to not only hear music but experience it in its cultural depth. A visit to COMU is especially worthwhile live.