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Event Schedule
Thursday,
February
13
5:00 - 7:00 PM:
Arrive/Meet and Greet, Tour of the General Stanton Inn
7:00 - 8:30 PM:
Faculty Concert (Scott Borg, Adam Levin, and Pierre Bibault)
8:30 PM -
Close: Late Night Drinks & Open Mic
Friday,
February
14
8:00 - 9:00 AM:
Breakfast
9:00 - 10:00 AM:
Technique Class with Ceilí Connors
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM:
Masterclass with Mela Guitar Quartet
12:00 - 1:30 PM:
Family-Style Lunch
1:30 - 4:30 PM:
Chamber Music Rehearsals (with Adam Levin/Scott Borg/Pierre Bibault/Ceili Connors)
4:30 - 6:00 PM:
Family-Style Dinner
6:00 - 7:00 PM:
Transportation to Providence
7:30 - 9:30 PM:
Concert – Mela Guitar Quartet
9:30 - 10:30 PM:
Transportation Back to Charlestown
10:30 PM -
Close: Late Night Hang Out & Open Mic
Saturday,
February
15
8:00 - 9:00 AM:
Breakfast
9:00 - 10:00 AM:
Technique Class with Pierre Bibualt
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM:
Chamber Music Rehearsals (with Adam Levin/Scott Borg/Pierre Bibault/Ceilí Connors)
12:00 - 1:30 PM:
Family-Style Lunch
1:30 - 3:30 PM:
Guitar Orchestra
3:30 - 5:30 PM:
Guitar Luthier Tasting & Workshop with Aaron Green
5:30 - 7:00 PM:
Family-Style Dinner
7:00 - 7:30 PM:
Prepare for Concert
7:30 - 9:30 PM:
Participants' Solo Concert
9:30 PM -
Close: Late Night Hang Out
Sunday,
February
16
8:00 - 9:00 AM:
Breakfast
9:00 - 10:00 AM:
Guitar Orchestra Rehearsal
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM:
Chamber Music Rehearsals (with Adam Levin/Scott Borg/Pierre Bibault/Ceilí Connors)
12:00 - 1:30 PM:
Family-Style Lunch
1:30 - 2:00 PM:
Prepare for Final Concert
2:00 - 4:00 PM:
Final Performance of Chamber Groups and Guitar Orchestra
4:00 PM:
Farewells! Until Next Year!
Chamber Music
Even if you have an established group, we will pair you with others of similar level for a chance to work with new collaborators. Parts will be sent in early January for preparation.
Solo Performances
Each participant should have a solo prepared for the Saturday evening concert. This retreat is all about showcasing YOU!
Guitar Orchestra
Approximately 20 minutes of music will be worked on during the camp, with parts provided in early January.
Luthier Workshop
Experience a variety of vintage and concert classical guitars during the Luthier Tasting & Workshop.
Concerts
All concerts, including the Saturday solo performances and Sunday chamber music, will be open to the public. The Mela Guitar Quartet, winners of the GFA International Chamber Music Competition, will also perform.
Important Notes
Cost Breakdown
General Stanton Inn
4115 Old Post Rd, Charlestown,
RI 02813
Available Rooms:
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9 Single Rooms
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4 Double Rooms
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1 Guest House
Room Rates:
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Single Room Full Participant: $150/night
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Shared Room Full Participant: $150/nigh
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Significant Others welcome
Rooms are available in various configurations (queen beds or two doubles). Early booking is recommended.
Call 401-364-8888 and ask for Amber to reserve a room at the General Stanton Inn.
Breakfast: $10 per person
Lunch: $20 per person
Dinner: $32.50 per person
*Paid for by the student at the Inn.
Travel Information
For DMV Attendees
Flights to T.F Green Providence Airport (PVD) are available from all major airports in the DMV region. Early booking often makes these affordable. For a scenic and stress-free journey, consider taking the Amtrak train.
Trains from BWI to Kingston, Rhode Island are available for as low as $53 each way, arriving at 3:46 PM or 4:50 PM, with return trains on Sunday departing at 5:47 PM for $68. We are happy to arrange transportation from the South Kingston station to the Inn.
For Locals
Ample parking is available at the General Stanton Inn. You may also decide to take the train to Kingston, RI and take an Uber to the Inn.