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VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSIC WORKSHOP

Retreat: Pictures Workshop: Sept.10,11,12, 2010
Updated Aug 15, 2010 - PLEASE BOOKMARK THIS WEBSITE

If you’re looking for somewhere to get started in music, hone your musical skills or kick start yourself back into music after a period of time away from it, you’ve found the right place in the Vancouver Island Music Workshop.
The Mission of the Vancouver Island Music Workshop:
To provide an unforgettable weekend of music making and instruction within a supportive community and in a magical setting for a wide selection of instruments and voices.

List of instructors&courses for 2010
We're sorry to announce that, for
unavoidable reasons, Mike Dowling has been forced to withdraw as an
instructor at our September 2010 workshop. That's the bad news. The good
news is that guitar whiz, Paul Pigat from Vancouver, will be replacing him.
Please check our course page for what Paul will be teaching. We know you
won't be disappointed.
Late News
: Bob Romanow
will be giving a mandolin course!


Our Events: Annual May Retreat
... at Seven Springs Resort,
...is a weekend of endless music making, but with no paid instructors,
The Retreat has the same facilites and incredible food as the Workshop.
Retreat Details
Retreat Registration Form

Annual September Workshop
...at Seven Springs Resort
The 2010 Workshop will take place
September 10,11,12. The cost is CAN $280.

What is VIMW?
VIMW is a weekend in musical heaven, away from everyday distractions, in a beautiful setting, with musical friends. At the weekend event lessons in acoustic styles (bluegrass, blues, swing, folk) and on various instruments (eg: guitar, mandolin, fiddle) and at various skill levels, from beginner to advanced will be offered. The instruction will be provided by talented, experienced and passionately musical instructors.

Can I bring amplified instruments to VIMW?

We respectfully ask our students and instructors at the camp not to bring amplified instruments with the exception of electric pianos and lap steel guitars. This is because the “spill” of sound between teaching areas will disrupt classes being taught nearby and nearby jamming. Sorry.

 

So, what do I get at VIMW for my money?

At the camp you’ll get:

  1. A home made soup (no Campbell’s for us) and sandwich dinner on Friday night (vegetarian and omnivorous choices are available).
  2. Gourmet snacks at about 10:00pm on Friday and Saturday nights.
  3. Breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday and breakfast and lunch on Sunday.
  4. Eight hours of instruction in a variety of areas by instructors, many of whom are professional musicians.
  5. A concert that you’d pay for elsewhere.
  6. A chance to make more music than you’ve possibly made in a long time with a host of other musical fanatics just like you and,
  7. A chance to join a musical community in which friendships are made that last a lifetime.
    Registration Forms
    and Contact Information
    for Retreat and Workshop
    EMAIL:

    info@vancouverislandmusicworkshop.com

 

 





       
             
         
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