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2020
Lakeside Barns, Admaston, Staffordshire
October 9th – 12th Bespoke 1 :1
October 30th – November 2nd Saxophone Ensembles SATB
November 2nd – 6th Woodwind Clinic Course : Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone combined. 6 places maximum
The Cotswolds, Gloucestershire
November 20th-23rd and 23rd – 26th 2 x Woodwind Clinics. 6 places maximum
Earls Hall, Cockfield, Suffolk
December 11th – 14th New Bespoke Winter Workshop Course 5 places maximum
December 14th – 17th New Bespoke Winter Workshop Course 5 places maximum
2021
The Cotswolds, Gloucestershire
February 12th – 15th Advanced Flute Ensembles and Saxophone 1: 1
February 15th – 18th Just Clarinets Ensembles/Workshops and Flute 1 : 1
February 18th – 21st Woodwind Clinic. stay 3 or 6 nights
February 21st – 24th Woodwind Clinic stay 3 or 6 nights
Blithfield Barns, Admaston, Staffordshire
March 12th – 15th and 15th -18th New 2 Bespoke Intensive courses
Giggleswick, near Settle, Yorkshire Dales
June 8th -12th Saxophone Ensembles SATB
Earls Hall, Cockfield, Suffolk
July 23rd – 26th. Woodwind Clinic Course Intermediate Level : Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone combined.
July 26th-29th. Bespoke 1 :1 Flute/Clarinet/Sax
July 29th- August 4th. Students’ International Summer School
August 4th – August 8th Advanced Sax Ensembles. or Bespoke 1 :1 Flute
August 8th – August 12th Bespoke 1 :1 Clarinet/Sax. or Flute Workshops/Ensembles
September 6th – 10th Intermediate Level Woodwind Clinic “Back to Basics and Move on Quickly”
September 25th – October 2nd. It’s a Musical House Party for Flutes, Clarinets and Saxophones
2020
Blithfield Lakeside Barns, Admaston, Rugeley, Staffordshire
October 9th – 12th 3 nights
Staffordshire 1
Bespoke 1 : 1
Stay for 3 nights
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 Devon, March 2019
Room availability
Private self contained Cottage with double bedroom, open plan living and kitchen area and bathroom. ( 1 )
Double Ensuite rooms in various cottages ( 5)
Double/ Twin Room with own bathroom next door in various cottages ( 2 )
Single/Twin with Shared bathroom ( 2 )
Blithfield Barns, Rugeley. 2020 Staffordshire 1.
Staffordshire 1 Staffordshire 2
Staffordshire 1 and 2
Room Type Standard Rate Bespoke 1 : 1 rate Standard Rate 10% reduction
Single Room with shared bathroom between 2 people 495 single occupancy 595 single 595 single occupancy 10% reduction
Single/Double with private bathroom 545 single occupancy
645 single occupancy 645 single occupancy
10% reduction
Private Cottage - self contained with bathroom, kitchen, living room and bedroom 585 single occupancy 685 single occupancy 685 single occupancy 10% reduction
Enjoy the local walks, visit the cottage industry chocolatier and the craft drinks shop, plus fabulous afternoon tea cafe.
The Poachers Arms, Hope, Derbyshire
Intermediate to Advanced Saxophones
October 30th – November 2nd
Hope 1 : 3 nights
or extend and stay for 7 nights with Hope 2
Travel by train – We can collect from Hope Station – main Sheffield to Manchester line
Saxophone Ensemble Coaching
for Intermediate to Advanced Levels – SATB
(we suggest ABRSM grade 5 – 8+ or equivalent)
Hope, Derbyshire
October 30th - November 2nd 20203 nights. 3 nights
ROOM TYPE : Standard rate Bespoke Rate Flute 1 : 1
Single ensuite 499 639
Twin share ensuite (If share available) per person. 409. N/A
Double ensuite share with non playing partner. (per room) 639
Day rate (non residential) 150. N/A
Course rate (non residential) 350. N/A
November 2nd – 6th
Hope 2 : 4 nights
or extend and stay for 7 nights with Hope 1
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
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
Hope, Derbyshire 2020 4 nights Course 2
November 2nd - 6th
Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone stay 7 nights
10% reduction
Single ensuite 599 10% reduction for a double course
Double ensuite share with non playing partner. (per room) 769
Day rate (non residential) 150. N/A
Course rate (non residential) 450. N/A
Earls Hall, Cockfield, Suffolk, UK. IP30 OJD
Earls Hall, Cockfield, Suffolk
December 11th – 14th 3 nights
December 14th – 17th 3 nights
our first Winter Woodwind Workshop Course
We are offering just 5 places on each set of dates with a combination of both tutors, duet/trio partners and accompanists.
Both courses give you a tasting menu of everything that we have to offer.
We will even provide a glass of wine or a ‘g and t’
Time to enjoy your playing and to feel more relaxed when performing.
Workshop Sessions
1 : 1
Piano Accompaniment
Duets/Trios with the tutors
Coached Small Ensembles
Evening soirees with the chance to perform if you wish
Apply for further details, availability and suitability by email:
Cost £599 with full board and nothing more to pay
Please note that there are no ensuite rooms at this venue but there will only be 5 players sharing the 2 bathrooms and 2 additional WC
Each Course starts at 18.00 and ends at 11.00
Thanks for the usual musical input but double thanks for the ‘at home’ hospitality and conviviality. A* cooking and wonderful conversation. JC July 2020
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The Cotswolds 1 November 20th – 23rd Woodwind Clinic 1 : 3 nights
The Cotswolds 2 November 23rd – 26th Woodwind Clinic 2 : 3 nights
2 workshop based courses 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 – 8 (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.
A typical daily schedule is to work all morning from 9.30 to 12.30, enjoy a leisurely lunch with a short break to relax or practise and then another session from 4.30 until dinner after which you are free to play informal ensembles, if you wish. Full Board – with all meals and Tuition included.
The main accommodation is in Greyhound Barn – Luxury and spacious accommodation :- a beautiful Cotswold, Grade ll listed former hop brewery with all bedrooms ensuite. 2 minutes walk from the local village pub. Single, Twin and Double rooms : all en suite. Unlimited heating and hot water. Ample practice space and rehearsal areas.
Barnsley Village, Cotswolds. November 2020 Cotswolds 1
Bespoke Clinic/Masterclass/WorkshopCotswolds 2
Bespoke Clinic/Masterclass/WorkshopCourses 1 and 2
Room Type. No. of nights 3 nights
3 nights
10% reduction stay 6 nights
Single ensuite 525 525
non residential 425 425
February 12th – 15th, 2021. 3 nights
The Cotswolds 1
Saxophone Bespoke course with Nick.
This course is tailored completely to suit your specific needs. 2 places only.
Starts at 18.00 on 12th and ends at 11.00 on 15th
February 18th – 21st 3 nights
The Cotswolds 3
February 21st – 24th 3 nights
The Cotswolds 4
2 consecutive Woodwind Clinics
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 – 8 (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.
Cotswolds 3 Start time 17.00 on 18th February. End Time 11.00 on 21st February
Cotswolds 4 Start time 17.00 on 21st February. End time 11.00 on 24th February
Stay for 6 nights with a 10% reduction
Barnsley Village, Cotswolds. February 2021. Cotswolds 1
February 12th - 15th
1 : 1Cotswolds 3
February 18th - 21st
Woodwind Clinic Cotswolds 4
February 21st - 24th
Woodwind ClinicCombined courses
No. of nights 3 3 3 6 nights with 10% reduction
Room Type Premium. £
2 places onlyStandard. £ Standard. £
Single ensuite 639 499 499
Double ensuite with non playing partner (per room) 789 649 649
Course rate (non residential) 535 395 395
“Cheap & cheerful” single (available when full) N/A 399 399
Blithfield Barns, Admaston, Staffordshire
Rugeley Trent Valley Mainline Train Station
The Upgrade Course …. a bespoke, intensive schedule
Blithfield 1
Friday March 12th 18.00 to Monday 15th at 11.30 3 nights
Blithfield 2 *
(*Blithfield 2 dates will open for booking if there are sufficient numbers)
Monday March 15th at 18.00 to Monday 18th 11.30 3 nights
Bespoke : Just 4 places maximum with 2 tutors
Up your game and take your playing to the next level. Work intensively with Nick and Julie with 1 : 1 tuition, piano accompaniments, daily performance opportunities and the chance to rehearse and be coached with ourselves as ensemble partners. in duets, trios, quartets etc.
We are offering just 4 places on each set of dates with a combination of both of us as tutors/playing partners and guarantee improvement.
Time to enjoy your playing and to feel more relaxed and competent when performing.
Both courses give you a tasting menu of everything that we have to offer and we are confident that your playing will move up a level.
We will even provide a glass of wine or a g and t
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.
Each person will have their own private bathroom – either ensuite or immediately next door.
| Blithfield Barns - deluxe accommodation | March 12th - 15th 3 nights Bespoke Workshop with Intensive schedule | March 15th - 18th 3 nights Bespoke Workshop with Intensive schedule | 6 night stay |
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| single occupancy room with private bathroom either ensuite or immediately next door | 659 | 659 | 10% reduction |
Woodlands, The Mains, Giggleswick, Settle, Yorkshire Dales, UK. BD24 0AX
100 years of History
June 7th – 11th, 2021. 4 nights
“Simply Saxophones”
Intermediate to Advanced Grades 5 – 8+
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 residence within walking distance of Giggleswick and Settle. An intensive practical music course with Nicholas Foster. Workshop group tuition for SATB, Ensemble coaching and individual advice offered.
Stay 4 nights with Day Visitors and non playing partners very welcome to stay and enjoy the local countryside, join the group for all meals and 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. The numbers will be small to give maximum attention. 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 these are not jazz improvisation courses.
Full board: breakfast, lunch. evening meal – all home cooking.
Timings: starts at 18:00 on June 7th and ends after breakfast on June 11th
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 2021 4 nights saxophones 4 nights flutes
Room Type Standard £ saxophones Bespoke £ flutes
Single 539 599
Single ensuite 599 679
Twin share (if available) per person 469
Twin share ensuite (if available) per person 499
Double share with non playing partner (per room) 699
Double ensuite share with non playing partner (per room) 759
Double share with playing partner (per room) 938
Double ensuite share with playing partner (per room) 998
Day rate (non residential) 160
Course rate (non residential) 460
Earls Hall, Cockfield, Suffolk, UK. IP30 OJD
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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.
July 23rd – 26th
Suffolk Adults 1
Woodwind Clinic : Intermediate Level
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!
Workshops for Tone,Technique, Playing Tips and Tricks.Coached Small and Mixed Ensembles, Solo Masterclasses.
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
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 18.00 and ends at 11.00
Suffolk 1
Full board and Tuition
Daily rate includes Tuition and LunchFlute
Woodwind Workshop
July 23rd - 26th
3 nightsClarinet
Woodwind Workshop
July 23rd - 26th
3 nightsSaxophone
Woodwind Workshop
July 23rd - 26th
3 nightsSuffolk 1 and Suffolk 2
6 nights
Single 539 539 539 5% discount for 6 nights
Extra Large Twin Share (where a share is available) with two double beds Cost per person 479 479 479 5% discount for 6 nights
Double shared with non playing partner per room 699 699 699 5% discount for 6 nights
Double shared with playing partner per room 958 958 958 5% discount for 6 nights
Single Daily rate including lunch 175 175 175
Full Course daily rate including lunch 395 395 395
July 26th – 29th.
Suffolk Adults 2
Bespoke 1 : 1 Tuition
Bespoke course for intensive individual tuition * (please note premium fee applies)
A 3 night, highly specific course with individual attention throughout Suitable for beginners looking for a firm grounding in technique and reading skills as well as more advanced players wanting to improve specific areas of technique and musicianship.
Individual lessons, attention to tone, technique, scales, breathing, performing, repertoire, duets, work with a resident pianist and all in a non competitive environment. Come and have a holiday combined with an intensive yet relaxed learning experience. The numbers will be small to give maximum attention. Don’t worry if this is your first experience on a course as we are completely sympathetic to your needs and feelings.
Adults only. Late starters and lapsed learners are our speciality.
*please note that these are not jazz improvisation courses.
Start time 17.00. End time 11.00
Suffolk 2
Bespoke 1 : 1*
Full Board and All Tuition
Flute *Bespoke rate
July 26th - 29th
3 nightsClarinet *Bespoke rate
July 26th - 29th
3 nightsSaxophone *Bespoke rate
July 26th - 29th
3 nightsSuffolk 1 and 2
Double Course
6 nights
Single 639 639 639 5% discount for 6 nights
Double share with non playing partner 799 799 799 5% discount for 6 nights
August 4th – August 8th.
Suffolk Adults 4
Intermediate – Advanced Level Ensemble Course for adult saxophone players with minimum grade 5+ level. Fluent reading level is required.
A summer retreat for adult saxophone players working with Nicholas Foster in both an ensemble and individual situation. 4 days of playing, learning, eating good food and meeting like-minded people, all set within the beautiful Suffolk house and grounds of Earls Hall. Meal times are an important part of the day with deliciously creative, home cooked fare, much from the organic garden. Work hard and then have time to relax and chat.
Only 7/8 places available with the full range of saxophones (SATB) welcome.
Individual lessons, coached ensembles with parts specially written to suit your level; tone, technique, breathing, repertoire, counting and rhythm, pianist available; all in a non competitive environment.
Daily schedule: each day starts after breakfast at 09.30 until lunchtime. Free time until 16:00 then play until evening meal. Optional duets/trios after dinner if you have the stamina!
Course starts: 17.00 on August 4th and Course ends at 11.00 on August 8th.
*please note that these are not jazz improvisation courses.
Suffolk 4/5
Full Board and all Tuition
Daily Rate includes Tuition and LunchSaxophone Ensembles
August 4th - 8th
4 nightsFlute Ensembles
August 8th - 12th
4 nightsSuffolk 4 and 5
August 4th - 12th
8 nights
Single 639 639 5% discount for 6 nights
Large Twin Share ( where a share is available )with two large double beds 579 579 5% discount for 6 nights
Double with non Playing Partner per room 839 839 5% discount for 6 nights
Double with Playing Partner per room 1158 1158 5% discount for 6 nights
Full Course Daily Rate including Lunch 495 495
Suffolk 5 August 8th – 12th
Saxophone Bespoke Course
Intensive individual help and workshop tuition *(please note premium fee applies)
A 4 night, bespoke course with individual help/very small group attention throughout. Suitable for beginners looking for a firm grounding in technique and reading skills as well as more advanced players wanting to improve specific areas of technique and musicianship. .
Individual lessons, attention to tone, technique, scales, breathing, performing, repertoire, duets, work with a resident pianist and all in a non competitive environment. Come and have a holiday combined with an intensive yet relaxed learning experience. The numbers will be small to give maximum attention. Don’t worry if this is your first experience on a course as we are completely sympathetic to your needs and feelings.
Adults only. Late starters and lapsed learners are our speciality.
Course starts: 17.00 on August 8th and Course ends at 11.00 on August 12th.
Suffolk 4/5
Bespoke 1 : 1
Full Board and all TuitionFlute Bespoke
August 4th - 8th
4 nightsClarinet Bespoke
August 8th - 12th
4 nightsSaxophone Bespoke
August 8th - 12th
4 nightsDouble Course
August 4th - 12th
8 nights
Single 739 739 739 5% discount for 8 nights
Double room with non playing partner 939 939 939
The Old Sawmill and Stables, Hastingleigh, nr Wye, Ashford, Kent, UK
Hastingleigh 1
September 6th – 9th 3 nights
Bespoke 1 : 1
The Ultimate 1 : 1 Bespoke Course with just private sessions available with Nick
Play informal, self managed small ensembles with other course participants each evening.
2 places only working on a rotational basis
Full Board with kitchenettes available for snacks and teas/coffees.
Accommodation
Single with private bathroom
We can collect you from Wye station – Fast train from London via Ashford
julie.flute@icloud.com
Yalding, nr. Maidstone, Kent
September 6th – 10th 4 nights
Course starts at 18.00 and ends at 9.30 (after breakfast) on the last day
“Back to Basics” and “Move on Quickly”
Woodwind Clinic
A musical retreat to rural Kent, covering all aspects of your playing for all Adult players of Flute, Clarinet and Saxophone
The luxury twin cottage accommodation is set within 2 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and situated in a quiet countryside location within walking distance of the medieval village of Yalding with its picturesque riverside views. We have the use of two adjacent cottages and all rooms are ensuite with TV. There is also the opportunity to use the tennis court belonging to the main house.
Intermediate Levels
Partners welcome.
5/6 places in total with 2 tutors
An Intermediate level “check up” clinic 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’ and ‘move on quickly’ 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 essential 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 5/6 (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.
No car needed as we are offering meet and greet at Yalding station.
There are many local walks and public footpaths for that essential relax and breath of fresh air. The Greensand way stretches from Haslemere in Surrey to Hamstreet in Kent and is accessible directly from the grounds of the cottages.
Travel by car and park on site, or take the train to Yalding, from where we can collect you just before 6pm. Maidstone station is also just a taxi journey away.
Course daily structure
Breakfast 8.45; Playing sessions 9.30 – 12.30; Lunch 1.00
Afternoon free for walking, relaxing or practising ‘given’ tasks
“Check up” Session 16.30; Ensembles/Mixed Ensembles 18.30
Evening Soiree 18.45; Dinner 19.30
“Many thanks for last weeks’ Clinic 1, 4-day course. You put a huge amount of effort and hard work into making it happen and it really came together so well, with such a variety of exercises too. Without doubt you are both first rate musicians and your wonderful recitals made the end of the day a fabulous cooling off period for me – as well as something to aspire to!” PT August 2018
| Yalding 2021 | September 6th - 10th 4 nights Clinic Course 5/6 places only |
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| Twin/Double ensuite bathroom. Single occupancy. | 719 |
| Double ensuite bathroom share with non playing partner (per room) | 899 |
| Non residential | 559 |
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“To have seen Italy without having seen Sicily is to not have seen Italy at all, Sicily is the clue to everything.” Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Italian Journey 1787
Sicily
September 25th – October 2nd
Marsala, Trapani region, Sicily, Italy
It’s a Musical House Party
We welcome players, partners and friends on this course
Suggested playing level Grade 4 – 8+
Marsala is in the Trapani region of Sicily and is just 1.15 from Palermo airport. 7km away from Marsala is Villa Salinara, an ancient farm set 700 metres from the the sea and overlooking vineyards and orange groves, with its own organic vegetable gardens and orchards for our use.
Join us in the spectacularly well presented 17th century, historical villa which is Japanese/Italian owned and exists as a centre for artists. With its 11 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms and multiple kitchen and living areas, this makes an ideal centre for us to rehearse and make music. The entire place has been renovated with meticulous style and care.
All of the rooms have been restored with natural materials and are furnished in traditional Sicilian country style. There is a choice of accommodation ranging from luxury private apartments with kitchenettes to regular double/twin/single rooms. All are beautifully appointed. We offer Half Board catering (with creative menus) included in the price.
Schedule :
Breakfast at 8.45. Play all morning from 9.30 – 12.30,
Free afternoon : Take lunch out and go sightseeing/walking in the area.
Optional playing again from 17.30 – 18.30.
Evening soiree at 18.30. Dinner at 19.45
We can be very flexible and change the hours around.
One free day midweek to sightsee. Return to play in the evening
This area is in the heart of Western Sicily with salt pans, windmills and rare pink flamingoes. The white sandy beaches of Marsala have been awarded blue flag status for many years. Visit Marsala in 12 minutes, Trapani in 30 minutes or take a bike for 10 minutes to the port and then the old historic boat (3 euros) to the island of Mozia with its ancient remains and ruins and a museum dedicated to Phoenician history. The Egadi Islands are also recommended for a day trip and the historic Florio winery, which has been producing Marsala Wine since 1833, mustn’t be missed! Standard tours in English are Monday – Friday 10.00 – 16.00 and cost 13 euros with 4 wines included.
Parking : Yes Free Wifi : Yes Free Bicycles : Yes
Local Supermarket : 1km
Direct flights with many carriers to Palermo or indirect to Trapani.
We recommend hiring a car or sharing in a rental with others.
Taxi transfer is bookable in advance 120 euros – 3 people 140 euros – 4 people
Sicily
September 25th - October 2nd
7 nights
2 antique interconnecting double rooms with bathroom next door and access to kitchenette and terrace 960 per room 2 units
Antique Twin with bathroom nearby and access to kitchenette and terrace. 920 per player 1 unit
Antique Single/Double room with bathroom nearby and access to kitchenette and terrace. 1090 per player 1 unit
Deluxe double antique bedroom with bathroom next door + access to kitchenette and terrace 1090 per player 1 unit
Deluxe double antique bedroom with ensuite bathroom with access to kitchenette and terrace 1190 single occupancy 1 unit
Antique mezzanine private apartment with bathroom, kitchenette and 2 split level beds 990 per player with 2 sharing or 1590 per couple with one player and partner 1 unit
Deluxe antique private apartment with double bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette and outside space. 1590 per couple with one player and partner 3 units