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Archive: Tuscany International Jazz Summer School & Arts Festival
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An intuitive approach to making music and the opportunity to enjoy the experience of life in the heart of the Tuscany. Aims • Teachers/Performers • Programme • Special Events/Workshops Principal Aims of the course• To offer high quality, inspiring tuition for instrumentalists and vocalists from all backgrounds. • To provide a creative environment where musicians can share ideas and learn from each other. • To develop overall musicianship - with particular emphasis on time, touch, tone and ensemble playing. Teachers/PerformersPeter
King (UK) Saxophones Provisional ProgrammeA very full and varied programme of events is available to participants. The feedback we received after last years seminar was that participants wanted a longer course with a quiet day in the middle of the week. This year we have extended the course by a day and arranged that Thursday afternoon be left free. There will be the opportunity to arrange private lessons for those who want them. This should be done between the participant and the teacher. Monday Tuesday,
Wednesday & Friday Thursday Saturday Nights The Seminar culminates with a final concert in which the students and teachers participate. Every GMF workshop features outstanding musicians who are also great communicators. Under their guidance, participants gain valuable insights and playing experience, rehearsing together towards a concert. There are classes in the various musical disciplines such as instrumental technique, harmony, ensemble playing and improvisation, and, as well as teaching individually and in groups, the tutors give performances themselves. In addition, a unique sequence of activities is offered at a GMF workshop, which together stimulate self-awareness and creativity. Alexander
Technique - by Val Keogh Pulse Training
- by Stephen Keogh World Music Ear Training- by Greg Burk Special ActivitiesWe regret that due to transportaion difficulties, Neil Ferber will not be able to bring his exhibition of sculpture to Certaldo this year. We look forward to his participation in the 2007. Jazz Panorama - an overview of the history of Jazz - by Arnie Somogyi Visual Zone - A space dedicated to working with image - Laia Suñer Concerts - A programme of concerts every night for the duration of the seminar with top international musicians. Jam Sessions - Each night until midnight. Arto - An exhibition of paintings by Arturo Doñate Gimeno and Antonio Porcar Cano. Click below for larger pictures. 
PricesAll price options include: • Fee
for the course A discount of 10% is available on bookings made before 30 March (this discount only applies to thoses who do not hold a valid student card). Budget €525 Comfort
€745 Luxury €1400 *We can also arrange accommodation for you if you want to arrive early or stay on for a few days after the seminar. Just let us know well in advance. Applications Payment 1. Send bank transfer to the following: IBAN GB50 BARC 20956140699314. Send a photocopy of the bank slip with your name to the address above and please state clearly which course you are reserving for. 2. Cheque or bank draft made payable to Global Music Foundation. Please enclose a note stating which course you are reserving for. Post to
UK residents please make your cheque out for the sterling equivalent. This helps us as the banks charges are very high. * Deposit is non-refundable Remainder of fee for chosen option must be paid before July 22nd 2006. You may also pay the full amount now using either of the two methods mentioned above. The Right Course For You?The course is open to all keen musicians aged 17+. There is no upper age limit as our experience has shown that age difference isn't important where an enthusiasm for music is shared. The course is not aimed at complete beginners. You will benefit most if you already have some experience playing in a group, brass band, big band, wind ensemble or orchestra. LocationSituated between Florence and Siena, and facing San Gimignano, Certaldo Alto stands on a hill-top in the heart of the Elsa valley. In this enchanting village, history and traditions run deep: the author of "Decameron", Giovanni Boccaccio, lived here. The lanes and squares, dominated by the 12th century Palazzo Pretorio; the romanesque architecture; the 13th century paintings - all this makes an ideal setting for the arts and cultural events. The welcoming people of Certaldo, the convivial cuisine and the beautiful local crafts will all contribute to a delightful stay in Tuscany. Getting thereBy plane: the airports of Pisa (Galileo Galilei, connected to the railway) and Florence (Peretola) can be reached with a one-hour car-ride. By train: Certaldo is situated on the Florence-Siena line. By car: Take the highway Florence-Siena and exit at Poggibonsi Nord, then follow the direction "Empoli". Otherwise take the highway Florence - Pisa - Livorno, exit at Empoli Ovest and follow the direction "Siena". By bus: The SITA busses connect Florence to Certaldo. Distances |