2025
November 7th – 10th Coached Octet for Advanced players SATB ….Grade 7 – 8+
November 10th – 13th Woodwind workshop, individual help and ensemble sessions 54321 for Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone
November 21st -24th. 1 : 1 with Nick
November 24th -27th Woodwind Workshop. Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone Intermediate level with Julie and Nick
December 12th – 15th Festive Intensive – Ensembles with Individual help
December 12th – 16th Festive Intensive with even more Individual help!
2026
January 9th – 12th 1 : 1 saxophone/clarinet
January 12th – 15th 321 advanced small ensembles and 1 : 1 + solos ( if you wish )
January 23rd – 26th 1 : 1 with Nick
January 26th – 29th 1 : 1 with Nick
January 31st – February 3rd Ensembles Intermediate level
February 3rd – 6th Woodwind Clinic/Workshop/Ensembles. Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone
February 27th – March 2nd 1 : 1 with Nick
March 2nd – 5th Advanced Mixed Ensemble Workshop Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone Grades 7+
Eardisland, Herefordshire
Woodwind Workshop with Nick and Julie From basics to beyond …
March 20th – 23rd stay 3 or 6 nights
March 23rd – 26th stay 3 or 6 nights
For late starters, lapsed learners and those needing a boost.
Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone Workshop/Ensembles
Mixed ensembles, Trios, Duos, Solos ( if you wish ) and 1 : 1 help.
All elements covered.
Tone, technique, breathing etc … rhythm reading, style and “nerve removal” !
April 25th – May 1st A Musical Retreat for Players, Partners and Friends
Giggleswick, near Settle, Yorkshire Dales
June 8th -12th Advanced Saxophones SATB 4 nights
Earls Hall, Cockfield, Suffolk
July17th – July 22nd International Students’ Course
July 22nd – 25th. Bespoke 3 : 2 : 1 Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone Trios, Duets, Solos and 1 : 1 Stay for 6 nights by combining Courses 2 and 3
July 25th – July 28th Upgrade your Playing Level -Woodwind Clinic. Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone. Stay for 6 nights by combining Courses 2 and 3
July 29th – August 2nd Advanced Saxophone Sextet SATB
August 2nd – 6th. Flute Ensembles/Workshops or Saxophone/Clarinet Bespoke 1 : 1
Eardisland
September 4th – 7th 1 : 1
September 7th – 10th 1 : 1
September 11th – 14th Intensive SATB quartet/quintet coaching with Nick playing/leading
September 14th – 17th Intensive SATB quartet/quintet coaching with Nick playing/leading
Italy, Arsicci, Tuscany
September 30th – October 6th 6 nights A Musical Retreat for Players, Partners and Friends
Church Stretton
October 16th – 19th 1 : 1
October 19th – 22nd 1 : 1
Hope, Derbyshire
November 6th – 9th Coached Octet for Advanced players SATB …. Grade 7 – 8+
November 9th – 12th. Woodwind workshop, individual help and ensemble sessions 54321 for Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone
Please ask about appropriate playing level and we will direct you to the correct dates
Courses in 2025
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Please ask about appropriate playing level and we will direct you to the correct dates
The Poachers Arms, Hope, Derbyshire
Simply Saxophones – Intermediate to Advanced Saxophones SATB Octet – All welcome grades 7+
November 7th – 10th. 3 nights
Full
Travel by train – We can collect from Hope Station – main Sheffield to Manchester line
Saxophone Octet Coaching
All players of the right playing level are welcome to join in
for Advanced Levels – SATB (we suggest ABRSM grade 7 – 8+ or equivalent)
Hope, Derbyshire
Course 1
November 7th - 10th
Friday - Monday 3 nights.Course 2
November 10th - 13th
Monday to Thursday 3 nights Course 1 and 2
November 7th - 13th
6 nights
ROOM TYPE : Standard rate Standard Rate Standard Rate less 10%
Single ensuite 659 659 1187
Twin share ensuite (If share available) 599 each person 599 each person 1079
Double ensuite share with non playing partner 839 per room 839 per room 1511
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Course 2: November 10th – 13th. 3 nights
Woodwind Workshop 54321 course for Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone
Improve all aspects of your playing through small ensemble coaching, 1 : 1 help, Tone, Technique and solos, if you wish.
Hope, Derbyshire
Course 1
November 7th - 10th
Friday - Monday 3 nights.Course 2
November 10th - 13th
Monday to Thursday 3 nights Course 1 and 2
November 7th - 13th
6 nights
ROOM TYPE : Standard rate Standard Rate Standard Rate less 10%
Single ensuite 659 659 1187
Twin share ensuite (If share available) 599 each person 599 each person 1079
Double ensuite share with non playing partner 839 per room 839 per room 1511
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Wiltshire 1 November 21st – 24th
Bespoke 1 : 1 with Nick
Content tailored to your exact playing needs
All rooms ensuite/private bathroom and large rehearsal space
All meals, tuition and accommodation included
Course begins at 18.00 with a session followed by dinner and ends at 11.30 after a morning session
Upper Seagry, Wiltshire Course 1 or 2 1 and 2 double course
No. of nights 3 fully inclusive 6 fully inclusive
Single ensuite/private bathroom 679 1290
Daily rate full course £485
Daily rate £195 each day minimum 2 days
Wiltshire 2 November 24th – 27th 3 nights
Woodwind Clinic – Intermediate level
Flute, Clarinet and Saxophone – Please ask for level and suitability
A comprehensive workshop style course covering all aspects of your playing
Solos, Duets, Ensembles. Play with an accompanist
We guarantee improvement in just a few days
All rooms with ensuite or private bathroom and large rehearsal space
All meals, tuition and accommodation included
Course begins at 18.00 with a session followed by dinner and ends at 11.30 after a morning session
Upper Seagry, Wiltshire Course 1 or 2 1 and 2 double course
No. of nights 3 fully inclusive 6 fully inclusive
Single ensuite/private bathroom 679 1290
Daily rate full course £485
Daily rate £195 each day minimum 2 days
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December 12th – 15th
Festive Intensive – Ensembles and individual help
starts at 18.00 with a session followed by dinner and ends at 11.30
December 12th – 16th
Festive Intensive with an additional day and night of 1 : 1
starts at 11.45 on 15th and ends at 13.00 on 16th before lunch
Luxury Accommodation with ensuite or non ensuite rooms and spacious rehearsal/living areas.
maximum 5/6 places for flute, clarinet, saxophone
Join together for some festive favourites and other seasonal classics that Nick has arranged.
In addition, we will have some more unusual content such as Manfredini’s Baroque Christmas Concerto and an arrangement of an aria from Bach’s Christmas oratorio.
From traditional arrangements… Bach to Broadway and beyond.
There will also be the opportunity for individual help and solo opportunities with accompaniment.
Stay for an extra 24 hours for some intensive 1 : 1
maximum 4 places for flute/clarinet or saxophone
(our festive course in December 2020)
The course begins at 18.00 on December 12th and ends on 15th if staying for 3 nights or 16th if you choose for an additional, extra intensive day and night!
All meals included from Dinner on the first evening to Breakfast on the last morning
Please ask for shared car possibilities or public transport
The beautiful village of Eardisland is set on the banks of the River Arrow and is a picturesque location for a peaceful holiday. With local pubs, tea rooms and a community store selling local produce which is set within the dovecote, this quaint village has everything you will need. A variety of birdlife can be found around the river which makes this a charming place to stay. Close by, the picturesque village of Weobley, once voted one of the top ten places to live in England, has many timber-framed buildings, and excellent facilities including a village shop, local pubs and the renowned Jules restaurant. Hay-on-Wye, the town of books, is within easy reach as are medieval Ludlow, the cathedral city of Hereford with its medieval bridge spanning the River Wye, Mappa Mundi world map and Chained Library. The magnificent Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons National Park also make a great day out. Surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside including Offa’s Dyke and the Golden Valley, this is an excellent location for walking and cycling trails as well as sampling wonderful local produce at a local cheese factory, vineyard and cider farms.
Eardisland, Hereford Course 1
December 12th - 15thCourse 1 +
December 12th - 16th
number of nights
including accommodation and all meals + tuition3 nights 4 nights
Single Occupancy Double/Twin room ensuite 659 759
Single occupancy sharing a Jack and Jill bathroom 629 729
Twin share ensuite 559 659
Non playing partner sharing a double ensuite room with a player. All meals included 195 225
Chedington, Dorset, UK
Course 1 January 9th – 12th 2026. 3 nights or stay 6 nights with Course 2
Bespoke Saxophone 1 : 1 tailored to your exact needs
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Course 2 January 12th – 15th 2026 stay 3 or 6 nights with course 1
321 small ensembles, 1 : 1 and solos, if you wish
The chance to work in a smaller unit
This stylish contemporary barn conversion nestles on a hill with extensive views over 3 counties, Dorset, Somerset and Devon. Situated on a 60-acre farm, the sheep graze old pasture, water meadows and wooded ravines and a popular 300 year old pub is 100m stroll from the farm gate. The surrounding countryside offers popular walks such as the ‘Parrett trail’ and ‘Monarchs way’ and the nearby pretty town of Beaminster (4.5 miles) boasts good restaurants, artisan shops, local produce and is host to festivals celebrating the arts. National Trust Mapperton, Montecute and Forde Abbey are all within easy reach, and are favourite Jane Austen and Thomas Hardy film locations. The historic towns of Bridport and Dorchester are both close by and hold markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The spectacular Jurassic coast is within 12 miles where fossil hunters, boat trips, beaches and fishing await, as well as the seaside towns of West Bay and Lyme Regis.
Both courses begin at 18.00 and end at 11.30
Court Gallery, Dorset Course 1 or 2 1 and 2 double course
No. of nights 3 fully inclusive 6 fully inclusive
Single ensuite/private bathroom 699 1290
Daily rate full course £485
Daily rate £195 each day minimum 2 days
Partner sharing room with player £195 for 3 nights full board. £390 for 6 nights full board.
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January 23rd – February 3rd 2026
4 consecutive courses
4 courses in total
Each Course starts at 18.00 and ends at 11.30
with
Julie Wright ARCM. LGSM. B. Ed Hons
and Nicholas Foster GRNCM
Stay in this beautifully presented house on an organic farm in Upper Seagry, near Malmesbury, Wiltshire.
We also have access to a two bedroomed cottage on the estate
All double/twin bedrooms with private/ensuite bathrooms
1 : 1 courses with specialist help from Nick, with his extensive professional playing and teaching experience
Rotate on a 30 minute basis between just two players. Time in-between to practise, consolidate and then evaluate.
Wiltshire 1
January 23rd – 26th. 3 nights
Start time from 18.00 on 23rd January. End time 11.30 on 26th January
1 : 1 with Nick 2 places maximum
Courses 1,2,3,4.
No. of nights 3 fully inclusive
Single ensuite/private bathroom 699
Daily rate full course £485
Daily rate £195 each day minimum 2 days
Wiltshire 2
January 26th – 29th. 3 nights
1 : 1 with Nick 2 places only
Stay for 6 nights with a 5% reduction
Courses 1,2,3,4.
No. of nights 3 fully inclusive
Single ensuite/private bathroom 699
Daily rate full course £485
Daily rate £195 each day minimum 2 days
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Wiltshire 3
January 30th – February 2nd 3 nights
Ensembles Intermediate level
Stay for 6 nights with a 5% reduction
Courses 1,2,3,4.
No. of nights 3 fully inclusive
Single ensuite/private bathroom 699
Daily rate full course £485
Daily rate £195 each day minimum 2 days
Wiltshire 4
February 2nd- 5th 3 nights
Woodwind Workshop for Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone- Intermediate levels
A workshop based course including tone, technique, breathing, articulation and intonation.
Small group learning sessions throughout the morning with a break after lunch for a walk, chat or some practice. Play again from 4.30 – 7pm
This is a comprehensive, small group based, developmental course aimed at Intermediate levels of player. The numbers are kept small with two tutors to guarantee maximum attention; especially useful for those unable to have regular tuition. Don’t worry if this is your first course; we are completely sympathetic to your needs and adjust our teaching accordingly
A “check up” course to make sure that you are heading in the right direction with Tone, Technique, Breathing, Articulation, Dynamics + Repertoire and for those needing a refresher ‘back to basics’ few days.
Both Julie and Nick are quick to analyse and diagnose which makes for rapid trouble shooting, problem solving and smooth progress.
Workshop style sessions, 1 : 1 help, ensemble coaching with parts written to suit your individual level and demonstration classes focusing on the basic elements of each instrument,
practice structure and techniques, performance styles and how to gain confidence/nerve removal…….we can help with everything!
The numbers will be kept at 7/8 (with 2 tutors) depending on instrument combinations.
There will be daily opportunities to play solos with piano accompaniment. Make these as easy and manageable or as challenging as you wish.
We can assist you to read notation more fluently and to develop a secure understanding of rhythms.
Our aim is to help you to enjoy your playing and to achieve that much desired improvement based on secure foundations.
Start time 18.00 on February 2nd. End Time 11.30 on February 5th
Courses 1,2,3,4.
No. of nights 3 fully inclusive
Single ensuite/private bathroom 699
Daily rate full course £485
Daily rate £195 each day minimum 2 days
February 27th – March 2nd
March 2nd – 5th
Start time 18.00 End Time 11.30 after a final session
Stay in this characterful house within walking distance of the town centre.
Single, Double or twin accommodation with Full Board
rooms ensuite or with private bathroom next door.
Church Stretton, Shropshire with train station nearby
Course 1
February 27th – March 2nd
Saxophone/Clarinet 1 : 1 with Nick
Course 2
March 2nd – 5th
Advanced Mixed Ensemble Workshop
Quintets, Quartets, Trios, Duets and Solos and a complete makeover of your playing !
6 places only with 2 tutors playing/leading
Stay in this characterful house within walking distance of the town centre.
Single, Double or Twin accommodation with Full Board. All rooms ensuite or with private bathroom next door.
Start Time 18.00. End Time 11.30 after a final session
Church Stretton
3 nights fully inclusive of tuition, all meals and accommodation
ROOM TYPE Full Board
Double room ensuite 669
Double room with private bathroom on same corridor 639
Twin ensuite 579
Eardisland, Herefordshire
Woodwind Workshop with Nick and Julie
Woodwind Workshop with Nick and Julie From basics to beyond …
March 20th – 23rd stay 3 or 6 nights
March 23rd – 26th stay 3 or 6 nights
For late starters, lapsed learners and those needing a boost.
Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone Workshop/Ensembles
Mixed ensembles, Trios, Duos, Solos ( if you wish ) and 1 : 1 help.
All elements covered.
Tone, technique, breathing etc … rhythm reading, style and “nerve removal” !
Please ask about appropriate playing level and we will direct you to the correct dates
Luxury Accommodation with ensuite or non ensuite rooms and spacious rehearsal/living areas.
maximum 5/6 places
Each course starts at 18.00 and ends at 11.30
All meals included from Dinner on the first evening to Breakfast on the last morning
Please ask for shared car possibilities or public transport
Eardisland, Hereford Course 1
March 20th - 23rdCourse 2
March 23rd - 26th
number of nights
including accommodation and all meals + tuition3 nights 3 nights
Single Occupancy Double/Twin room ensuite 669 669
Single occupancy sharing a Jack and Jill bathroom 639 639
Twin share ensuite 539 539
Non playing partner sharing a double ensuite room with a player. All meals included 195 195
Guiaes, nr Vila Real, Douro region, Portugal
Course 1 April 25th – May 1st 6 nights.
nearest airport is Porto, which is served daily by many international carriers and then share a rental car with others for the 70 minute drive to the estate.
A Musical Retreat for Players, Partners and Friends.
April 25th. Arrive from 16.00
until
May 1st Depart after 8am breakfast
Join us at this stunning property, which is set in a working vineyard with unique and spectacular views over the Douro region …
The entire house is ours to enjoy and has been recently refurbished so that 10 ensuite bedrooms/bathrooms, as well as various living, dining and rehearsal spaces, fitness room and an outdoor pool are offered.
Everything is included. Off street, secure parking Wifi throughout the house
Towels and bed linen from Zara Home also provided
Schedule
Arrive after 16.00 on 25th April to settle in and have tea/coffee/wine snacks. Playing session at 18.00 and then dinner at 19.30.
Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Breakfast at 8.45 Session 9.30 until 12.30
Light Lunch at 1.00 Free afternoon
Playing session at 16.30 Evening soiree at 18.30
Dinner at 19.45
Except Tuesday
Breakfast at 8.45 Session 9.30 – 11.30
Free for the rest of the day to explore
Session at 17.30 Dinner at 19.45
Playing
All levels of players are welcome and Nick writes the parts to suit.
We will aim to do both clarinet and saxophone ensembles and mixed group work, too.
Please bring a solo or two to play at our informal soiree each day. We will have the keyboard with us.
Food
Creative cooking is our signature style so mealtimes are to be looked forward to and enjoyed!
Breakfast : Cereal, Yoghurt, Fruit, Toast etc.
A light Lunch of soup, bread and cheese
Full Evening Meal
Coffees & Teas etc. available throughout the day.
Vila Real is the local large university town and home to major supermarkets such as Lidl, Aldi, Intermarche, Spar and a Leclerc hypermarket.
Portugal
course begins at 16.00. Ends after breakfast on the final day.Portugal
April 25th - May 1st
6 nights
Full board except Tuesday when there is no lunch
Twin/Double ensuite for 2 players sharing £1135 per person
Private room ensuite for single occupancy £1345
Non playing partners £445 for 6 nights
Woodlands, The Mains, Giggleswick, Settle, Yorkshire Dales, UK. BD24 0AX
June 8th -12th 2026. 4 nights
“Simply Saxophones”
Advanced Grades 7 – 8+
*The venue has been upgraded and now includes 2 new ensuite bedrooms, ground floor toilet and a large rehearsal space in the rear garden wing of the house.
An intensive, practical music course with Nicholas Foster.
Workshop group tuition for SATB, Ensemble coaching and individual advice offered.
An ensemble workshop course that moves at a faster pace and where relatively fluent reading is required. Interpretation, style, ensemble techniques and a good level of performance are the aims.
Retreat to the Yorkshire dales and stay in a former gentleman’s Edwardian residence within walking distance of Giggleswick and Settle.
Stay 4 nights with Day Visitors and non playing partners very welcome to join us and enjoy the local countryside, eat with the group for all meals and listen to the informal concerts.
Players of all saxophone voices are welcome and the course suits teachers looking to fulfill Personal Development criteria.
The emphasis is on you the individual player and it’s your progress that matters. Suits those wishing to improve within a short time and those unable to take regular lessons.
Come and have a holiday combined with an intensive yet relaxed learning experience.
Don’t worry if this is your first experience on a course as we are completely sympathetic to your needs and feelings.
Ensemble coaching, Individual help, attention to tone, technique, scales, breathing, performing, repertoire, duets, work with a resident pianist and all in a non competitive environment.
*please note that this is not a jazz improvisation course.
Full board: breakfast, lunch, evening meal – all home cooking.
Timings: starts at 18:00 on June 8th and ends after breakfast on June12th
Address: Woodlands, The Mains, Giggleswick, Settle, N. Yorkshire. BD24 0AX
The SatNav and postcode takes you half way up the The Mains – Woodlands is the last house at the end of the road.
Train: arrive at Settle station and the house is a 15 minute walk.
Giggleswick 4 nights saxophones
Room Type Saxophones SATB fully inclusive
Single occupancy ensuite 725
Single with shared bathroom. 645
Earls Hall, Cockfield, Suffolk, UK. IP30 0JD
our 17th year at this venue
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- Earls Hall
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- The Gardens
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- Sitting Room
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- The Dining Room
Our favourite summer retreat and the 17th year at this lovely venue in the Suffolk countryside. A beautiful old country house set in its own grounds with orchard and vegetable garden surrounded by miles of arable farmlands and ancient woods. Approximately 3 miles from historic Lavenham and 5 miles from Bury St. Edmunds. Many local walks and cycle routes. Perfect for that summer retreat. Partners welcome. There are no ensuites at this venue but bathrooms very near to the bedrooms. Accommodation ranges from private double or single, very large twin share or a downstairs room with single bed. Please link to see cost of each type.
All meals, tuition and accommodation included
July 17th – July 22nd
UK International Student Summer Music Camp
Flutes, Clarinets, Saxophones and Friends on Oboe, Bassoon, Recorder…. – ages 10 – 18
July 22nd – 25th. Suffolk 2, Adults
Bespoke 3 : 2 : 1
Trios, Duets, Solos and 1 : 1
3 nights or stay 6 nights for courses 2 and 3.
Play music, eat good home cooking and meet like-minded others in the beautiful setting of Earls Hall with its wonderful gardens.
Suffolk 2
Bespoke 1:1 Full board/TuitionFlute/Clarinet/Saxophone
1 : 1
July 23rd- 26th
3 nightsSuffolk 2 and Suffolk 3
6 nights
Single 699 5% discount for 6 nights
Course starts from 18.00 on 22nd and ends at 11.00 on 25th
All meals, tuition and accommodation included
July 25th – 28th
Suffolk 3, Adults
Woodwind Clinic
3 nights or stay 6 nights for courses 2 and 3.
A “check up” course to make sure that you are heading in the right direction with Tone, Technique, Breathing, Articulation, Dynamics + Repertoire and for those needing a refresher ‘back to basics’ few days.
Both Julie and Nick are quick to analyse and diagnose which makes for rapid trouble shooting, problem solving and smooth progress.
Workshop style sessions, 1 : 1 help, ensemble coaching with parts written to suit your individual level and demonstration classes focusing on the basic elements of each instrument,
practice structure and techniques, performance styles and how to gain confidence/nerve removal…….we cover everything! We can assist you to read notation more fluently and to develop a secure understanding of rhythms.
Our aim is to help you to enjoy your playing and to achieve that much desired improvement based on secure foundations.
Course starts at 18.00 on 25th and ends at 11.00 on July28th
All meals, tuition and accommodation included
Suffolk 3
Full Board and All Tuition
Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone. woodwind workshop
July 26th - 29th
3 nightsSuffolk 2 and 3
Double Course
6 nights
Single 679 5% discount for 6 nights
July 29th – August 2nd 4 nights
Suffolk 4, Adults
Advanced Saxophone Sextet Course. SATB
Course Overview: Join us for an intensive and rewarding experience in our Advanced Saxophone Ensemble Course, designed for skilled players who are fluent readers with strong technique and the confidence to perform in an ensemble setting. Over a few days, you’ll rehearse and perform a wide variety of challenging music in different styles, culminating in a final concert at the local church.
Details:
Date: July 29th, 18:00 – August 2nd, 11:00
Ensemble: SATB (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Baritone Saxophones)
Participants: Maximum of 6 places available
Final Concert: Held in the Local Church
Who Should Apply: This course is ideal for advanced saxophone players who are comfortable reading music fluently,
possess good technical skills and enjoy the challenge of performing with others.
What to Expect:
Intensive rehearsals
A wide variety of music and styles
A supportive and collaborative environment
Final performance in a beautiful local church setting
Come prepared for a challenging, enjoyable and musically enriching experience!
All meals, tuition and accommodation included
Suffolk 4/5
Full Board and all Tuition
Course 4
Saxophone Ensembles
July 30th- August 3rd
4 nightsCourse 4
Flutes 3:2:1
July 30th - August 3rd
4 nights
Course 5
Flute Ensembles
August 3rd - 7th
4 nightsCourse 5 Clarinet/Saxophone 1 : 1
August 3rd - 7th
4 nightsCourse 4 and 5
Single 779 779 779 779 5% discount for 8 nights
very large Twin share for 2 players 699 per person 699 per person 699 per person 699 per person 5% discount for 8 nights
August 2nd – 6th 4 nights
Suffolk 5, Adults
Saxophone/Clarinet 1 : 1 Bespoke
Suits any level of player as the course is tailored to your specific needs.
2 places only with Nick as tutor and duet partner
All meals, tuition and accommodation included
Course starts from 18.00 onAugust 2nd and ends at 11.00 on the 6th
Suffolk 4/5
Bespoke 1 : 1
Flute Bespoke 321
July 30th - August 3rd
4 nightsClarinet Bespoke 1 : 1
August 3rd - 7th
4 nightsSaxophone Bespoke 1:1
August 3rd - 7th
4 nights
Single 759 759 759
Eardisland, Herefordshire
A Musical Holiday and Retreat 1 and 2 and 3 and 4
Partners and Friends Welcome
Hereford Retreat 1
September 4th – 7th
1 : 1 with Nick
Hereford Retreat 2
September7th – 10th
Upgrade your playing 3 : 2 : 1 Saxophone/Clarinet
Hereford Retreat 3 and 4
September 11th – 17th
Advanced Saxophone Summit
Our guarantee is that you will improve every aspect of your playing
Thank you for your continued hard work and your inspired course content – both culinary and musical!” MD September 2025
Intensive Ensemble Coaching SATB with Nick leading/playing/accompanying. Advanced Level
Sessions on Tone and Technique and Musicality.
Also the chance to play solos with piano, if you wish.
Please ask about appropriate playing level and we will direct you to the correct dates
Luxury Accommodation with ensuite or non ensuite rooms and spacious rehearsal/living areas.
maximum 2 – 5 places depending on the course
Each course starts at 18.00 and ends at 11.30
All meals included from Dinner on the first evening to Breakfast on the final day
Please ask for shared car possibilities or public transport
The beautiful village of Eardisland is set on the banks of the River Arrow and is a picturesque location for a peaceful holiday. With local pubs, tea rooms and a community store selling local produce which is set within the dovecote, this quaint village has everything you will need. A variety of birdlife can be found around the river which makes this a charming place to stay. Close by, the picturesque village of Weobley, once voted one of the top ten places to live in England, has many timber-framed buildings, and excellent facilities including a village shop, local pubs and the renowned Jules restaurant. Hay-on-Wye, the town of books, is within easy reach as are medieval Ludlow, the cathedral city of Hereford with its medieval bridge spanning the River Wye, Mappa Mundi world map and Chained Library. The magnificent Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons National Park also make a great day out. Surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside including Offa’s Dyke and the Golden Valley, this is an excellent location for walking and cycling trails as well as sampling wonderful local produce at a local cheese factory, vineyard and cider farms.
Thank you for laying on such an enjoyable experience. The results of the course have been extraordinary….My playing has gone up a notch or two. JC
Eardisland, Hereford Course 1
September 4th - 7thCourse 2
September 7th - 10th Course 3
September 11th - 14th Course 4
September 14th - 17th
number of nights
including accommodation and all meals + tuition3 3 3 3
Non playing partner sharing a double ensuite room with a player 200 200 200 200
Twin share 579 per person 579 per person 579 per person 579 per person
Single occupancy sharing a Jack and Jill bathroom 629 629 629 (1150 6 nights) 629 (1150)
Single Occupancy Double/Twin room ensuite 689 689 689( 1270 6 nights ) 669 (1270 )
Non resident player Full course including all meals and tuition 569 569 569 569
Italy …
September 30th – October 6th 2026
Arsicci, Tuscany.
population 15 residents plus ourselves!
A secret gem of an area in Italy … nature at its best, yet within reach of Italian art, history, wine and culture
The ancient stones with podere Arsicci ( Arsicci farm ) written within them
Wednesday, September 30th 2026 arrive after 16.00 –
Tuesday, October 6th 2026 depart after early 7.30 am breakfast.
6 nights
Schedule
Arrive after 16.00 on Wednesday 30th September to settle in and have tea/coffee/welcome wine and snacks. Playing session at 18.00 and then dinner at 19.30.
Thursday, Friday, Sunday, Monday
Breakfast at 8.45 Session 9.30 until 12.30 Light Lunch at 1.00
Free afternoon
Playing session at 16.30. Evening soiree at 18.30
Dinner at 19.45
Except Saturday
Breakfast at 8.45
Free for the rest of the day to explore
Optional Session at 17.30
Dinner at 19.45
depart Tuesday October 6th after an early breakfast
Julie and Nick have used their extensive travel knowledge to seek out this perfectly quirky, authentic, antique with countryside elegance and classically furnished venue in Italy. It is an ancient farmhouse dating back 500 years. located in Arsicci, a small Appennino village, which is 850 meters above sea level.
One side of the house looks out over the panoramic view and the other back into the small hamlet.
The village is surrounded by wonderful scenery and is guaranteed to make you feel relaxed. A perfect setting for music making. Arsicci is located near to the river Tevere springs, which is the source of the River Tiber. There are many marked paths of different difficulty levels on the surrounding mountains. The GEA path, which follows the Appennini ridge, passes near to the village.
A thirty minute car journey enables you to reach the art towns of the upper Tiber valley:- Sansepolcro (Piero della Francesca Renaissance artist town), Monterchi, Anghiari, Pieve Santo Stefano.
The property is an extensive 850 square meters in size and situated over 3 floors with a four car garage, a 500 sq metre front garden, a 200 sq metre lower terrace garden and set in a 5000 sq metre wooded park.
Please note that the swimming pool will not be is use as we are visiting out of season and it is not heated.
4 Bedrooms are ensuite and 3 bedrooms sharing 2 bathrooms.
The house has many rooms in which to relax and rehearse and has a small upright piano for our use.
Hot water, Wifi, Parking
Badia Tedalda (12 km) ( see photos below )is where the nearest local shop/restaurant is situated
Sansepolcro (20 km) is a slightly larger town.
Anghiari ( 35 km ) is a quaint town to visit
Arezzo (62km) has some major sights
Travel
Fly to Bologna, Pisa or Florence and share a hired car. The drive is straightforward. We recommend that you add on a day’s city sightseeing at the beginning or end of your trip.
We have chosen midweek dates for cheaper flight options. There are frequent flights to all airports (BA, Easyjet etc ).
Visit Siena, Montepulciano or Arezzo for a full day out on the Saturday.
Italy
course begins at 16.00. Ends after an early breakfast on the final day.Italy
September 30th - October 6th 6 nights
Full board except Saturday when there is no lunch
Private room ensuite for single occupancy £1245 all inclusive
Private Room for single occupancy with bathroom next-door £1095 all inclusive
Twin/Double for 2 players sharing with bathroom next door £1045 per person all inclusive
Non playing partners £450 for 6 nights all inclusive
Church Stretton, Shropshire
October 16th – 19th and 19th – 22nd
1 : 1 with Nick
Train station nearby
Start time 18.00 End Time 11.30 after a final session
Stay in this characterful house within walking distance of the town centre.
Single, Double or twin accommodation with Full Board
All rooms ensuite or with private bathroom next door.
Course 1: October 16th – 19th
1 : 1 with Nick
Course 2: October 19th -22nd
1 : 1 with Nick
Stay in this characterful house within walking distance of the town centre.
Single, Double or Twin accommodation with Full Board. All rooms ensuite or with private bathroom next door.
Start Time 18.00. End Time 11.30 after a final session
Church Stretton `October
3 nights fully inclusive of tuition, all meals and accommodation
ROOM TYPE Full Board
Double room ensuite 679
Double room with private bathroom on same corridor 649
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The Poachers Arms, Hope, Derbyshire.
November 6th – 9th. 3 nights
Simply Saxophones – Intermediate to Advanced Saxophones SATB Octet – All welcome grades 7+
Travel by train – We can collect from Hope Station – main Sheffield to Manchester line
Hope, Derbyshire
Course 1
November 6th - 9th
Friday - Monday 3 nights.Course 2
November 9th - 12th
Monday to Thursday 3 nights Course 1 and 2
November 6th - 12th 6 nights
ROOM TYPE : Standard rate Standard Rate Standard Rate less 10%
Single ensuite 669 669 1205
Twin share ensuite (If share available) 599 each person 599 each person 1079
Double ensuite share with non playing partner 849 per room 849 per room 1511
Course 1: Saxophone Octet Coaching
All players of the right playing level are welcome to join.
Advanced Levels – SATB (we suggest ABRSM grade 7 – 8+ or equivalent)
Hope, Derbyshire
Course 1
November 6th - 9th
Friday - Monday 3 nights.Course 2
November 9th - 12th
Monday to Thursday 3 nights Course 1 and 2
November 6th - 12th 6 nights
ROOM TYPE : Standard rate Standard Rate Standard Rate less 10%
Single ensuite 669 669 1205
Twin share ensuite (If share available) 599 each person 599 each person 1079
Double ensuite share with non playing partner 849 per room 849 per room 1511
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November 9th – 12th. 3 nights
Course 2: Woodwind Workshop 54321 course for Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone
Improve all aspects of your playing through small ensemble coaching, 1 : 1 help, Tone, Technique and solos, if you wish.
Hope, Derbyshire
Course 1
November 6th - 9th
Friday - Monday 3 nights.Course 2
November 9th - 12th
Monday to Thursday 3 nights Course 1 and 2
November 6th - 12th 6 nights
ROOM TYPE : Standard rate Standard Rate Standard Rate less 10%
Single ensuite 669 669 1205
Twin share ensuite (If share available) 599 each person 599 each person 1079
Double ensuite share with non playing partner 849 per room 849 per room 1511
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