Adult Chamber Music Retreat
September 27-29, 2019
Artaria String Quartet
For pre-formed intermediate to advanced string, string/piano, and string/wind groups in Lanesboro, Minnesota, the heart of the Bluff Country region.
The weekend retreat includes four one-hour coachings (groups will be coached by every member of the ASQ), rehearsal time, an ASQ led seminar, a participant performance, ASQ public concert, as well as time to explore nature, and dinner at the Old Village Hall, a "Lanesboro treasure that rivals the best big city restaurants."
Five pre-formed chamber groups from 3 to 6 players can be accepted to participate, and early registration is advised.
Tuition per Participant: $225
Lodging at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center:
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double occupancy suite $130
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single occupancy $180
Note: Piano groups will enjoy use of grand pianos and a guest pianist coaching.
Lodging at Eagle Bluff includes all meals plus Saturday dinner at the Old Village Hall. Please inform us of any food restrictions.
Note: Alternative lodging at your own expense is available at B&B's in Lanesboro.
Schedule of Events
Friday, September 27
2pm - Arrive and unpack | Circle of Introductions
3-5pm – rehearsals & coaching session One
5:30pm - dinner at Eagle Bluff
7pm - ASQ Seminar in the DC
8pm - suggested activity: sightreading
Saturday, September 28
7:30am - breakfast
8:30am - morning stretches
9-11am -rehearsals & coaching session Two
12pm - lunch at Eagle Bluff
1-3pm – rehearsals & coaching session Three
3-6pm - guided nature walk | free time
6pm - ASQ concert at Bethlehem Lutheran Church
7pm - dinner at Old Village Hall
Sunday, September 29
7:30am - coffee and rolls to go
8-10am - rehearsals and coaching session Four
10:30am - brunch at Eagle Bluff
11:30am - Check out of rooms
12pm - sound checks at Discovery Faith
1pm - participant performance at Discovery Faith
2pm - Circle of Take-Aways
What to Bring and Wear
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Your music and the score to your piece
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Music stand
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Stand light
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Pencils
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Metronome and Tuner
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Recording device (optional)
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Extra strings
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Casual wear (for all events)
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Walking shoes | flashlight
2018 Group photo
Testimonials
"The most positive aspect of the Retreat was the variety of advice we received, and the total engagement from all of you in the teaching process. I appreciate the enthusiasm which radiated
from every one of you." -violinist, 2018
“Another outstanding chamber music retreat with Artaria! In addition to your exceptional technical and musical expertise you offer, each session is additionally enhanced by the contagious enthusiasm, joy, and passion each member brings to his/her coaching. Wonderful workshop!” - violist, 2016
Funding provided by:
2018 Piano Trio -
Jean Liss, violin
Elaine Llewellyn, piano
Carl Passal, cello