'An Introduction to Improvisation'
for the classical player
6-12 Sept 2020
Le Pras, Juignac, Charente, France
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3rd Summer Saxophone Retreat
with Andy Scott and Jon Rebbeck
09-15 June 2024
With many decades of performing and teaching experience between them Andy & Jon present a fun action packed 5-day course covering all aspects of saxophone playing, from improving your sound & technique to playing in saxophone ensembles. With numbers capped at twelve you will have plenty of contact time with Jon & Andy, individually and in a group setting.
Tutors: Andy Scott & Jon Rebbeck
Level: We recommend a few years of playing experience and you're able to read music. Course limited to 12 places
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Guitar & Fiddle Folk Retreat
with Joe Broughton
22-29 June 2024
A five day retreat of hosted by Joe Broughton (Urban Folk Group) joined by Kevin Dempsey (Guitar) and Tom Chapman (Percussion)
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Composition 101
with Jon Rebbeck
19-23 August 2024
This 4-night retreat is suitable for anyone that is interested in composing, whether a beginner with no experience or someone looking to develop their skills. Whether you are interested to write a classical piece, a jazz chart or a song, we look at ideas for creating melody, dig deeper into harmony, structure, scoring and orchestration. Three days from blank manuscript to a completed work ready for recording or performance! Limited to only 3 places.
Tutor: Jon Rebbeck
Level: Able to read music, keyboard skills an advantage but not essential.
08-14 September 2024
The world of Improvisation is presumed by many musicians to be mysterious and just too difficult, leaving you wondering how, and where, to make a start. Yet improvising in any genre can be very simple - and that’s where we are going to start.
This course is going to benefit anyone who has an interest in improvising, whether a first time or an intermediate improviser. You will take your improvising to the next level with 5 days of intensive creativity under the guidance of two tutors ensuring a personalised musical experience to maximise your potential and enjoyment!
We explore a variety of styles, demystify the art of jazz improvisation by introducing simple concepts and techniques - and you will soon realise you have many of the skills already! Read more...
Tutors: Andy Scott & Jon Rebbeck
Instrument: All instruments and voice
Level: Intermediate and above. Course limited to 12 places
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22-28 September 2024
This course will benefit anyone with a keen interest in jazz, improvising and playing as part of a jazz ensemble.. If you have a basic grounding on your instrument then no previous experience of jazz or improvisation is necessary.
Perhaps you already play in a weekly big band or improvisation group. This is an opportunity to spend a solid week working at honing your skills and take that jazz solo with increased confidence!