Acoustic Guitar Retreat

Take your guitar playing further in this immersive five-day retreat focused on fingerstyle technique, creativity, and performance.

Under the guidance of accomplished faculty, you’ll explore the many facets of acoustic guitar, from fingerstyle techniques and arranging to composition, music theory, and performance. Through hands-on instruction and ensemble playing, you’ll develop new skills, refine your approach, and find fresh ways to stay motivated in your playing.

You’ll also prepare a guitar ensemble piece to perform with fellow participants at the end-of-session concert, giving you the chance to put your work into practice. In the evenings, enjoy intimate recitals featuring faculty and guest artists.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your technique, expand your musical ideas, or reconnect with what you love about playing guitar, this retreat offers the time, instruction, and community to keep you moving forward.

Prerequisites:

You should have at least one year of guitar study, be familiar with either tablature or standard notation, and have a basic understanding of chord structure.

Dates

July 26- 30, 2027

Early Registration Fee: $679
Tuition increases on January 15, 2027.

On-Campus Lodging

Participants can enjoy 10% off at the Stone Hotel and Cottages.

An acoustic guitar with a protective case or gig bag; steel-string preferred (nylon-string classical acceptable)
A capo, a clip-on chromatic tuner, and extra strings
A guitar stand, pencils, and a notebook (optional but helpful)
A reusable water bottle

See our registration and cancellation policy.

K-12 educators in Michigan can earn 16 SCECH clock hours by attending the Acoustic Guitar Retreat.