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2021
Amotherby, Malton, North Yorkshire
September 24th – 30th A Musical Retreat for Flutes, Clarinets and Saxophones en Vacances
Lakeside Barns, Admaston, Staffordshire
October 8th – 11th Bespoke 1 :1
November 5th -8th Saxophone Ensembles SATB
November 8th – 12th Woodwind Clinic Course. Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone
The Cotswolds, Gloucestershire
November 19th – 22nd and 22nd – 25th Saxophone 1 : 1 and Woodwind Clinic
Earls Hall, Cockfield, Suffolk
December 3rd – 6th Winter Woodwind Workshop Intermediate to Advanced Saxophones SATB or Flute 1 : 1
December 6th – 9th. Winter Woodwind Workshop. Advanced Flutes or Clarinet/Sax 1 : 1
December 10th – 13th Winter Woodwind Workshop. Flutes, Clarinets and Saxophones
December 13th – 16th Winter Woodwind Workshop. Intermediate to Advanced Clarinets or Flute 1 : 1
The Cotswolds, Gloucestershire
January 28th – 31st Saxophone/Clarinet 1 : 1
February 4th – 7th Saxophone Ensembles/Clinic/Workshop
February 7th – 10th. Woodwind Clinic/Ensembles/Workshop
Blithfield Barns, Admaston, Staffordshire
Bespoke Solo Performance Courses with piano
March 4th – 7th Upgrade Clinic Saxophone Course
March 7th – 10th Upgrade Clinic Flute Course
April 1st – 4th Upgrade Clinic Clarinet Course
April 4th – 7th Upgrade Clinic Woodwind Course
Giggleswick, near Settle, Yorkshire Dales
June 6th -10th Saxophone Ensembles SATB.
Earls Hall, Cockfield, Suffolk
July 22nd – 25th. Bespoke 1 : 1 Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone
July 25th – 28th. Upgrade your Playing Level -Woodwind Clinic. Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone
July 28th – August 3rd. International Students’ Course
August 3rd – 7th. Advanced Saxophone Ensembles or Flute Bespoke 1 : 1
August 7th – 11th. Flute Ensembles/Workshops or Saxophone/Clarinet Bespoke 1 : 1
2021
Amotherby, Malton, North Yorkshire
September 24th – 30th 6 nights. Full
A Musical Retreat for Flute, Clarinet & Saxophone Players en Vacances
New Venue
Blithfield Lakeside Barns, Admaston, Rugeley, Staffordshire
October 8th – 11th 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
Double Ensuite rooms in various cottages
Double/ Twin Room with own bathroom next door in various cottages
Single/Twin with Shared bathroom
Blithfield Barns, Rugeley. 2021 Staffordshire 1
3 nightsStaffordshire 2
3 nightsStaffordshire 2
3 nights Staffordshire 1 and 2
7 nights
Room Type Bespoke 1 : 1 rate Standard Rate Bespoke 1 : 1 rate 10% reduction
Single/Double with private bathroom 729 single occupancy 659 single occupancy 729 single occupancy 10% reduction
Single/Double with private bathroom on same corridor - 1 available 699 single occupancy 629 single occupancy
699 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
November 5th – 8th
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
November 5th - 8th 20213 nights. 3 nights
ROOM TYPE : Standard rate Bespoke Rate Flute 1 : 1
Single ensuite 549 649
Twin share ensuite (If share available) per person. 499 each person
Double ensuite share with non playing partner. (per room) 699
November 8th – 12th
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 2021 3 nights Course 1
Flute Bespoke
November 5th - 8th 4 nights Course 2
November 8th - 12th
Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone Clinic4 nights Course 2
Flute Bespoke
November 8th - 12th
stay 7 nights
10% reduction
Single ensuite 649 699 749 10% reduction for a double course
Large twin share ensuite 599 649 N/A 10% reduction for a double course
Greyhound Barns, Barnsley Village, The Cotswolds Gloucestershire UK
Cotswolds 1 November 19th – 22nd
Bespoke 1 : 1
All ensuite rooms and large rehearsal space
Course begins at 18.00 and ends at 11.30
| Barnsley Village, Cotswolds.November 2021. | Cotswolds 1 November 19th - 22nd Flutes | Cotswolds 1 1 : Bespoke November 19th - 22nd Clarinets/Saxophones 1 : 1 | Cotswolds 2 November 22nd - 25th Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone | Combined courses |
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| No. of nights | 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 nights less 5% |
| Room Type | Standard £ | Bespoke £ | Standard £ | |
| Single ensuite | 549 | 649 | 549 | |
| Non residential full course including all meals | N/A | N/A | 395 | |
| Day visitor ( minimum 2 days) including all meals | N/A | N/A | £165 per day minimum 2 days = £330 |
Cotswolds 2 November 22nd – 25th
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
| Barnsley Village, Cotswolds.November 2021. | Cotswolds 1 November 19th - 22nd Flutes | Cotswolds 1 1 : Bespoke November 19th - 22nd Clarinets/Saxophones 1 : 1 | Cotswolds 2 November 22nd - 25th Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone | Combined courses |
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| No. of nights | 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 nights less 5% |
| Room Type | Standard £ | Bespoke £ | Standard £ | |
| Single ensuite | 549 | 649 | 549 | |
| Non residential full course including all meals | N/A | N/A | 395 | |
| Day visitor ( minimum 2 days) including all meals | N/A | N/A | £165 per day minimum 2 days = £330 |
Earls Hall, Cockfield, Suffolk
Earls Hall 1 December 3rd – 6th 3 nights
Earls Hall 2 December 6th – 9th 3 nights
Earls Hall 3 December 10th – 13th 3 nights
Earls Hall 4 December 13th – 16th 3 nights
Winter Woodwind Workshop Courses
We are offering just 5 places on each set of dates with a combination of both of us as 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 and proficient 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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Courses in 2022
The Cotswolds 1
January 28th – 31st 3 nights
Bespoke 1 : 1
The Cotswolds 3
February 4th – 7th 3 nights
Saxophone Clinic/Ensembles/Workshop
The Cotswolds 4
February 7th – 10th 3 nights
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
| Barnsley Village, Cotswolds. February 2022. | Cotswolds 1 January 28th - 31st 1 : 1 Bespoke | Cotswolds 3 February4th - 7th Saxophone Ensembles | Cotswolds 4 February 7th - 10th Woodwind Clinic | Combined courses |
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| No. of nights | 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 nights with 10% reduction |
| Room Type | Premium. £ 2 places only | Standard. £ | Standard. £ | |
| Single ensuite | 679 | 579 | 579 |
Blithfield Barns, Admaston, Staffordshire
Rugeley Trent Valley Mainline Train Station
Bespoke Solo Performance Courses with piano
The Upgrade Course …. a bespoke, intensive schedule for Intermediate to Advanced players
Please ask for suitability of playing level
Blithfield 1
Saxophones
Friday March 4th 18.00 to Monday 7th at 11.30 3 nights
Blithfield 2
Flutes
Monday March 7th at 18.00 to Thursday 10th 11.30 3 nights
Bespoke : Just 5 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 in a masterclass situation, solos with 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 guaranteed 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 4th - 7th
3 nights
Bespoke Workshop with Intensive schedule March 7th - 10th
3 nights
Bespoke Workshop with Intensive schedule
single occupancy room with private bathroom either ensuite or immediately next door 659 659
single occupancy with your own bathroom on the same corridor 629 629
Blithfield Barns, Admaston, Staffordshire
Rugeley Trent Valley Mainline Train Station
Bespoke Solo Performance Courses with piano
An Upgrade Course …. a bespoke, intensive schedule for Intermediate to Advanced level players
Please ask for suitability of playing level
Blithfield 1
Clarinet
Friday April 1st 18.00 to Monday April 4th 11.30 3 nights
Blithfield 2
Flute, Clarinet and Saxophone
Monday April 4th 18.00 to Thursday April 7th 11.30 3 nights
Bespoke : Just 5 places maximum with 2 tutors
Up your game and take your playing to the next level. Work intensively with Nick and Julie focusing on solo repertoire with piano accompaniments, daily performance opportunities and the chance to rehearse and be coached with ourselves as ensemble partners in duets, trios etc.
We are offering just 4/5 places on each set of dates with a combination of both of us as tutors/playing partners and guaranteed improvement.
Set times to pre rehearse with your pianist, enjoy your playing and to feel more relaxed and performance competent.
Both courses give you a tasting menu of everything that we have to offer relating to solo performance and we are confident that your playing will move up a level. Suits those working for an exam and those who have no intention of going near an assessment!
Choose your own repertoire or we can provide a selection of pieces.
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 or on the same corridor
Blithfield Barns - deluxe accommodation
April 1st - 4th
3 nights
Bespoke Solo Performance Workshop with Intensive schedule April 4th - 7th
3 nights
Bespoke Solo Performance Workshop with Intensive schedule
single occupancy room with private bathroom either ensuite or immediately next door 659 659
single occupancy with your own bathroom on the same corridor 629 629
Woodlands, The Mains, Giggleswick, Settle, Yorkshire Dales, UK. BD24 0AX
100 years of History
June 6th – 10th, 2022. 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 6th and ends after breakfast on June 10th
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 June 2022 4 nights saxophones
Room Type Standard £ saxophones
Single 559
Single ensuite or private bathroom next door 619
2022
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. Please link to see cost of each type.
July 22nd – 25th Suffolk 1
Woodwind Clinic
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 22nd and ends at 11.00 on 25th
Suffolk 1
Bespoke 1:1
Full board and TuitionFlute/Clarinet/Saxophone
1 : 1
July 22nd - 25th
3 nightsSuffolk 1 and Suffolk 2
6 nights
Single 679 5% discount for 6 nights
July 25th – 28th Suffolk Adults 2.
Flute 1 : 1 Bespoke
3 nights or stay 6 nights for courses 1 and 2.
Play music, eat good home cooking and meet like-minded others in the beautiful setting of Earls Hall with its wonderful gardens.
Suffolk 2
Full Board and All Tuition
Flute/Clarinet/Saxophone upgrade your playing workshop
July 25th - 28th
3 nightsSuffolk 1 and 2
Double Course
6 nights
Single 579 5% discount for 6 nights
Course starts from 18.00 on 25th and ends at 11.00 on 28th
July 28th – August 3rd
UK International Student Summer Music Camp
Flutes, Clarinets, Saxophones and Friends on Oboe, Bassoon, Recorder, Violin and Cello…. – ages 7 – 19
August 3rd – 7th
Suffolk Adults 4
Flute 1 : 1 Bespoke
4 nights or 8 nights if combined with course 5
Adult flute Bespoke intensive course. 2 places maximum. Explore the world of flute technique with Julie Wright. Suits beginner to advanced with programme tailored to suit your specific level
Also with Adult saxophone ensemble workshop. 2 parallel courses.
Course starts from 18.00 on August3rd and ends at 11.00 on the7th
Suffolk 4/5
Bespoke 1 : 1
Full Board and all TuitionFlute Bespoke
August 3rd -7th
4 nightsClarinet Bespoke
August 7th - 11th
4 nightsSaxophone Bespoke
August 7th - 11th
4 nightsDouble Course
August 3rd - 11th
8 nights
Single 799 799 799 5% discount for 8 nights
| Suffolk 4/5 Full Board and all Tuition Daily Rate includes Tuition and Lunch | Saxophone Ensembles August 3rd - 7th 4 nights | Flute Ensembles August 7th - 11th 4 nights | Suffolk 4 and 5 August 3rd - 11th 8 nights |
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| Single | 699 | 699 | 5% discount for 8 nights |
August 7th – 11th
Suffolk Adults 5
Flute Workshop/Ensembles Course
A comprehensive workshop style course covering all aspects of your playing
4 nights or stay 8 nights when combined with course 4 which is a bespoke individual course.
Flute workshops and ensemble coaching with Julie : ensembles, tone, technique and repertoire sessions.
Course starts at 18.00 on 7th August. Course ends at 11.00 on 11th August
Suffolk 4/5
Full Board and all Tuition
Daily Rate includes Tuition and LunchSaxophone Ensembles
August 3rd - 7th
4 nightsFlute Ensembles
August 7th - 11th
4 nightsSuffolk 4 and 5
August 3rd - 11th
8 nights
Single 699 699 5% discount for 8 nights
Suffolk 4/5
Bespoke 1 : 1
Full Board and all TuitionFlute Bespoke
August 3rd -7th
4 nightsClarinet Bespoke
August 7th - 11th
4 nightsSaxophone Bespoke
August 7th - 11th
4 nightsDouble Course
August 3rd - 11th
8 nights
Single 799 799 799 5% discount for 8 nights
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