The course caters for players of all styles and abilities. Whether you've been playing for years or are returning after a break, our relaxed and nurturing approach means that you will see real progress over the course of the week. Our belief in focusing on getting the fundamentals right means that everything we teach will be relevant to you, irrespective of your ability.

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Trumpet and Sax tuition will largely be separate but there will be plenty of opportunity to get everyone together, play some tunes and have some fun.

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During the day, as well as individual and small group workshops on your instrument, we will explore a range of ancillary techniques to improve your playing and musicianship, such as:

• Pilates for Musicians

• Breathing Workshop

• Maximising your practice time

• Cognitive Learning techniques

• Timing & Sight Reading

• Improvisation (don't worry. You don't have to play on your own)

• Ensemble playing

• and much more...

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In addition, in the evening after Dinner we can all relax and talk about whatever comes up. It can be music related or not. We will, however, offer a range of short talks on topics like:

• Maximising Practice Efficiency

• Copyright & IP protection

• Dealing with Performance Anxiety

• Mindfulness

​But if you'd prefer you can just relax, have  a drink and ask questions in an informal environment. The house has a number of communal areas so you're free to join in or chill out somewhere else. Whatever you feel like.

There is space for non-playing partners to stay and there are plenty of places for them to explore while you are playing during the day. Or they can just relax by the pool.....