Guitar, Body and Soul Retreat – Morocco

Our latest foreign adventure is entitled the ‘Guitar, Body and Soul Retreat’ because on this very special week long event we aim to provide an experience that invigorates all these things at the same time! A relaxing holiday with time and space to learn, practise and play whilst exploring an ancient culture rich in colourful sights, sounds and tastes, food for all the senses. It will take place in the beautiful ancient walled town of Taroudant in the south of Morocco, located within sight of the Atlas Mountain range. The stunning venue La Maison Anglaise incorporates beautiful eco gardens, cool shaded areas and a central swimming pool within a modern building complex. The venue combines traditional and innovative sustainable design with all modern amenities and comforts you could wish for. The beautiful courtyard and terrace and, airy, en-suite bedrooms makes this is the perfect place to bring your partners too as they can simply relax , sight see or take part in many different creative activities on offer, while you strum away!

The musical theme for this week is ‘Campfire Friendly Songs for guitarists and singers’ – How to choose, arrange, play and perform them with confidence.

We will spend the week learning and playing through a range of well known songs in different styles and genres, all of which are suitable for performing to small groups, with the aim of encouraging group participation. This might be round a campfire, at an open mic session or at any small gathering where you might be asked to perform or want to play something simple, inclusive and within your abilities. We will discuss song choice and explore how to adapt and arrange songs so that they are tailored to your abilities and the environment in which they are performed. The week is dedicated to honing your current skill set and practising performing songs in a fun, safe and supportive environment with the aim of improving your confidence when playing in public.

Places are limited to 14 players (plus partners).

ACTIVIES:

The retreats will feature group guitar teaching sessions each day, along with plenty of free time to play, go on excursions to local places of interest, relax in the spa or take advantage of some one-to-one guitar tuition. There are many optional trips, excursions and experiences you can choose to take part in, including walking in the mountains visiting Berber villages and Oasis, craft villages, souks, gardens, tanneries and much more. We will encourage adventure while we are here! There will be after dinner performances, sing-a-longs and jam sessions. The teaching content will be tailored to suit all abilities from relative beginners to intermediate and above. This is an acoustic only retreat. The whole retreat is designed to be fun first and inclusive without any pressure or competition. Hopefully You’ll go home feeling relaxed and renewed with a bunch of new songs and techniques to re-invigorate your playing and performance skills, plus some wonderful memories of a very special place.

THE TEACHERS:

Stuart Marshall is the founder of Guitar Retreats and group leader on all our events. A guitar and vocal coach who also has decades of experience as a working musician and live performer both in the UK and internationally. Stuart enjoys playing and teaching within many different genres including Rock, Pop, Reggae, Americana, Funk and Blues. He works with students of all ages and abilities, facilitating groups and guiding individuals to explore and develop their talents. Over the last 15 years he has run dozens of successful educational music events and taught many hundreds of adults through his Guitar Retreats. A patient, inclusive and enthusiastic teacher, Stuart loves to share the simple ‘joy of making and performing music’ with as many people as he can. You can listen to some of Stuarts’ original songs here.

VENUE:

The Pioneering Ecolodge, La Maison Anglaise, is the foremost English-speaking venue for exceptional, meaningful group and independent ethical holidays in Morocco. Set within gorgeous gardens, featuring a salt water pool and remarkable eco buildings which combine traditional and innovative sustainable design for your comfort. The centre has been home to hundreds of lifestyle and creative courses over many years and is run by a dedicated team of British and Moroccan partners who aim to provide the very best in accommodation food and service while observing an ethical and environmental agenda that is exemplary. Don’t just take my word for it, read some of their many glowing reviews on trip advisor.

WHATS INCLUDED:

Transfers from/to Agadir Airport at one designated time

Accommodation in en suite twin or double bedroom; (single occupancy on request at £20 per night extra)

All meals delicious freshly prepared and cooked, breakfasts and vegetarian evening meals (meat or fish at extra cost by request)

Lunches on the first 6 days

Tutored workshops, 30+ hours

Excluded:

Flights (often under £100 return if booked early)
Single occupancy supplement £20 per night
Travel insurance (required)

Prices:

Players: £820 (sharing room)

Important pre booking information:

Please contact La Maison Anglaise first to enquire about places and make your booking through the venue.

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