GYPSY JAZZ RETREAT - UK
NEXT RETREAT:
April 17th- 22nd 2027
Biggar, Scotland
(Shrewsbury October 2027 TBA)
SHREWSBURY DJANGO FEST 2027
A weekend of world-class concerts in the heart of Shrewsbury
22, 23, 24 October 2027 - Save The Date
BIGGAR, SCOTLAND!
17th - 22nd APRIL 2027
Join legendary gypsy jazz guitarist Paulus Schäfer alongside rhythm expert Chris Quinn for a week of classes, workshops, jams and performances running alongside Biggar Django Festival 2027.
The course has just 12 spots! (8 remain) - we highly advise early booking to guarantee your spot.
Expect Deep Dive Workshops on:
Gypsy Rhythm - Master authentic Swing, Bossa, Ballads, Tremolo, Rubato...
Melody Playing - Learn classic song themes
Improvisation - Learn gypsy jazz techniques and improv "hacks" to get you soloing fast
Arrangements - Learn pro approaches to make your songs stand out
Group playing - Become a better accompanist with dynamics and choice choice.
Bonus learning materials:
Students also receive a workbook with chord sheets, tabs and useful info ahead of the retreat.
Plus you'll get access to an online portal with video tutorials covering the main lessons covered to recap in the weeks, months and years that follow the course!
Watch the video from a previous course for some of what you can expect...
Shrewsbury October 2027 info TBA soon...
2026 Retreat Guitar Teachers Include
Mozes Rosenberg, Olli Soikkeli,
Paulus Schäfer, Chris Quinn,
Christiaan Van Hemert,
John Wheatcroft
Limited places, advanced booking advised.
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