Clarinet Courses

Courses in 2022

Redmain, Near Cockermouth,  Cumbria, edge of The Lake District 

New Venue 

Lake District 1 : September 16th – 19th 2022.  3 nights 

Lake District 2 : September 19th – 22nd 2022.  3 nights 

Lake District 1 and 2 : September 16th – 22nd 2022.   6 nights 

A Musical Retreat for Flute, Clarinet & Saxophone Players

Ideal Venue for Partners and Friends  

A Holiday combined with Playing 

Grade 5 minimum with good reading 

We will balance the music and sessions to suit your playing level 

A varied schedule to include large and small ensembles, solos with piano, workshops etc. 

Stay for 3 or 6 nights

Blithfield Barns, Admaston, Staffordshire

Blithfield 1 

September 30th – October 3rd

A Musical Retreat 

Challenging Chamber Music with Julie and Nick leading …!

6 places maximum 

Blithfield 2 

October 3rd- 6th 

Bespoke 1 : 1 

2 places maximum 

November 7th – 10th

Hope 2 : 3 nights

Travel by train – We can collect from Hope Station  – main Sheffield to Manchester line

A Cocktail Course …!

A ‘blend’ of all the best things that we offer – suits those who would like to experience a ‘mix’ of everything.

Woodwind Clinic

Workshops for Tone,Technique, Playing Tips and Tricks. Coached Small and Mixed Ensembles, Solo Masterclasses.

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!

 The solo repertoire classes will be in a Masterclass situation and the focus will be on you when you are playing solos, but the others may observe, listen and learn from the session

Intermediate Levels

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Dare we say it ….. Music ‘on Tap’ and a ‘barrel’ load of useful technical stuff with a library of ‘vintage’ ensemble pieces and our signature gastro-pub menus.

Our “lock in” course. Join us in this converted pub/restaurant for a few days of music making.

9 double bedrooms ensuite – all with TV.

Ample rehearsal space. wifi. off street parking

8 minutes walk to the village pubs, shops and cafes, local countryside walks

By train: 26 minutes from Sheffield to Hope

50 minutes from Manchester Piccadilly to Hope

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Greyhound Barns, Barnsley Village, The Cotswolds Gloucestershire UK

Cotswolds 1 November 18th – 21st

Bespoke 1 : 1 tuition 

All ensuite rooms and large rehearsal space 

Course begins at 18.00 and ends at 11.30

Cotswolds 2 November 21st – 24th

Woodwind Clinic

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 ensuite rooms and large rehearsal space 

Course begins at 18.00 and ends at 11.30

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January 15th – 19th 2023

Eggedal, Sigdal region, Oslo, Norway

A Winter Retreat for Flutes, Clarinets and Saxophones 

Stay in this beautiful chalet with full heating and hot water.

Chic and contemporary in style, warm and comfortable living, with our usual dinner party hospitality. 

Play all morning – wander or relax each afternoon and then more playing and a soiree each evening. 

Full board and shared accommodation.

Fly to Oslo and then shared car hire transit to the forest!

7 places maximum 

Please email for further details and playing level

julie.flute@icloud.com

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The Greyhound Barn, Barnsley, near Cirencester, Gloucestershire, UK

3 courses in total for Clarinet Players

Please scroll down the page for Cost Table and all Prices

Please note that Bespoke courses carry a special fee as the teaching is bespoke and specific to your exact needs  – Suits Beginners to Professionals. 2 places only

Each Course starts at 18.00 and ends at 11.30

Booking Form Adults

The Cotswolds 1 

January 27th – 30th  3 nights

Clarinet/Saxophone Bespoke 1 : 1 

The Cotswolds 2

January 30th – February 2nd 3 nights

Clarinet Ensembles Intermediate to Advanced Levels

The Cotswolds 4  

February 6th – 9th   3 nights 

Woodwind Workshop

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 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 6  (with 2 tutors) depending on instrument combinations.

We will have the keyboard with us and so 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 6th. End Time  11.30 on  February 9th

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Blithfield Barns, Admaston, Staffordshire

Rugeley Trent Valley Mainline Train Station

Blithfield 2 

Monday April 3rd 18.00 to Thursday April 6th  11.30  3 nights 

Upgrade your performance clinic 

Challenging Chamber Music with Nick and Julie leading/playing

Flutes/Clarinets/Saxophones Intermediate to Advanced Level

Duets/Trios/Quartets

Please ask for suitability of playing level

Booking Form Adults

Up your game and take your playing to the next level.

Work intensively with Nick and Julie focusing on being coached by ourselves as ensemble partners in duets, trios, quartets etc. 

We are offering just 8 places with a combination of both of us as tutors/playing partners and guaranteed improvement.

The cottages at Blithfield Barns are luxury self contained units with living area, kitchenette and lakeside terrace view and are presented to a very high standard.

6 rooms with private bathroom – either ensuite or immediately next door on the same corridor 

2 rooms with shared bathroom 

5 cottages in total

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The Old Rectory, Burford, Shropshire, UK

Booking Form Adults

June 9th – 15th 2023

2 consecutive courses …. stay for 3 or 6 nights and combine courses

Burford Course 1.  June 9th – 12th

Clarinet 1 : 1 Course with Nick 

*please note that this course carries a special fee due to the bespoke nature of the teaching.

Intensive tuition under Nick’s watchful eyes and “ears” with just 3 places available. This course is individually tailored to your needs and is particularly suited to those who do not have time for regular lessons. Suits those wanting personal or professional development.

Single, Twin and Double rooms available – some ensuite

Additional ensuite accommodation (4.5 miles by car) is available if the main house fills.

We can collect you from Tenbury Wells

Start time 18.00 on June 9th.  End Time 11.00 on June 12th

Also Advanced Workshop based Flute/Clarinet Ensembles with Julie 

Join the Flutes for mixed ensemble sessions and technique workshops.

Intensive tuition with Julie

This course is intended for those who need playing and ensemble experience. A reasonable level of reading fluency is required. Minimum Grade 8 ABRSM is suggested.

Single, Twin and Double rooms available – some ensuite

Additional ensuite accommodation (4.5 miles by car) is available if the main house fills.

Start time 18.00 on June 9th.  End Time 11.00 on June 12th

Burford Course  2. June 12th – 15th

Just Clarinets Masterclass / Ensembles Course 

 including  Workshops, Solo Repertoire Sessions and Ensembles

Intermediate to Advanced Players.  Grade 6 minimum. 

Morning sessions follow the traditional masterclass format: individual solo repertoire and technique discussed and explored with areas of interest addressed as they arise.

Afternoon session will be directed group playing, studying the art of ensemble with attention to tonal, harmonic and dynamic balance.

Also suits and meets the criteria for Personal Development for Teachers.

Start time 18.00 on June 12th  Ends at 11.30 on June 15th

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2023

Earls Hall, Cockfield, Suffolk, UK. IP30 OJD

Our favourite summer retreat and the 12th 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.

Booking Form Adults

July 21st – July 26th

UK International Student Summer Music Camp

Flutes, Clarinets, Saxophones and Friends on Oboe, Bassoon, Recorder, Violin and Cello…. – ages 8 – 18

Link to Students’ Course

Booking Form Students

Booking Form Adults

July 26th – 29th.   Suffolk Adults 2.

 1 : 1 Bespoke 

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.

Course starts from 18.00 on 26th and ends at 11.00 on 29th

July 29th – August 1st   Suffolk Adults 3 

Upgrade your Playing – Woodwind Clinic 

Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone

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 29th and ends at 11.00 on August 1st

Booking Form Adults

August 6th – 10th   Suffolk Adults 5

Clarinet/Saxophone Bespoke 1 : 1 

Course starts at 18.00 on 6th August. Course ends at 11.00 on 10th August

Bring your queries and work through all the areas of technique and performance that you would like to address.

Study different techniques, recital performance, both solo and with piano. Any level from complete beginner to advanced player; it is 1:1 after all.

Booking Form Adults

Grizedale 2023 

A Musical Retreat to The Lake District

Grizedale Forest near Windermere 

September 29th – October 2nd  3 nights

October 2nd – 5th  3 nights

September 29th – October 5th   6 nights

A Musical Retreat for Flute, Clarinet & Saxophone Players

Ideal Venue for Partners and Friends  

This refurbished hunting lodge is situated in the midst of the Grizedale Forest and is very close to local attractions.

Set right in the heart of the Lake District, the lodge benefits from easy access to Ambleside, Hawkshead, Windermere and Coniston. For those looking to explore the rich history of the area then Brantwood on Coniston Water, Wray Castle on Windermere and Hilltop (Beatrix Potter’s Lakeland home) are all within 6 miles’ drive of the lodge.

A Holiday combined with Playing 

Grade 5 minimum with good reading 

We will balance the music and sessions to suit your playing level 

A varied schedule to include large and small ensembles, solos with piano, workshops etc. 

Stay for 3 or 6 nights

There are a total of 8 ensuite double or twin bedrooms and ample space to rehearse and relax.

Large Living Room, Dining Room and Boot Room with WC.

Local walks and forest cycle paths begin from the door!

Wifi. On-site Parking. All Ensuite Rooms

Public Transport : Nearest train station is Windermere with an hourly service from Oxenholme.

Car shares are a good option and we can connect you with other players