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Indulge your passion for jazz and blues and eliminate the distractions of daily life, at our unique Jazz and Blues Retreat at Ardingly College in the heart of the West Sussex countryside.

15/08/2026

Jazz & Blues Retreats – Summer 2026 🎷🎶

The team at Jazz & Blues Retreats are really looking forward to welcoming everyone to our Summer Retreat, starting Thursday 20th August through to Monday 24th August! 🎶

There’ll be plenty of music-making, laughter, friendship and joy all round. It’s going to be a fantastic few days! ❤️🎷🎹🥁

The Summer Retreat is now fully booked, but if you’re interested in joining us for a future retreat, please visit:

www.jazzandbluesretreats.com

Our next retreat will be 26th–29th March 2027.

To avoid disappointment, book early to secure your place!

We can’t wait to see you all! 🎶🎷🎵
The Jazz & Blues Retreats Team ❤️

23/07/2026

Why We Love Ensemble Playing

Some of the best musical moments happen when nobody planned them.

A groove locks in.
A solo takes an unexpected turn.
The whole group finds something together.

At our retreat, ensemble playing sits at the heart of the experience, helping musicians develop confidence, listening skills, and creativity in a relaxed and supportive setting.

16/07/2026

This isn’t a series of lessons squeezed into a weekend.

It’s a chance to immerse yourself in jazz and blues from morning sessions to evening performances, with every conversation, rehearsal, and jam becoming part of the experience.

If you’ve been looking for a musical reset, this might be it.

07/07/2026

The Practice You Never Have Time For

Most musicians know what they want to improve.

Finding uninterrupted time to work on it is the hard part.

Our Jazz & Blues Retreat gives you the chance to focus completely on your playing, surrounded by expert tutors and fellow musicians who share the same passion.

A few days away can change the way you approach music for months afterwards.

🎶 Learn. Connect. Perform.

23/06/2026

You Don’t Need to Be a Professional

You don’t need to be a professional musician to have a professional-quality musical experience.

Whether you’ve been playing for decades or are looking to build confidence in your performance skills, our Jazz & Blues Retreat offers expert guidance in a supportive environment.

Learn during the day.
Listen and perform at night.
Leave inspired.

West Sussex. Great music. Good people.

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06/06/2026

There’s something different about spending a few days focused entirely on music.

No rushing between commitments. No checking the clock. Just jazz, blues, conversation, collaboration, and the space to develop your sound.

Join us at Ardingly College in the beautiful West Sussex countryside for a fully immersive retreat where learning, performing, and connecting happen naturally.

🎷 Open to all levels
🎹 Expert tutors
🎺 Ensemble performances
🎸 A welcoming musical community

Your instrument deserves a weekend away too.

28/05/2026

Ready to take your playing to the next level? Join our Jazz & Blues Retreat this August for five inspiring days of music, creativity, collaboration, and improvisation in the stunning countryside of West Sussex.

From ensemble workshops and improvisation groups to jazz harmony, arranging lessons, jazz choir, and big band sessions — every part of the retreat is designed to help you grow as a musician.

You’ll also enjoy:
🎷 One-to-one sessions with expert tutors
🎶 Nightly Jazz Club jam sessions
🎤 Jazz choir performances
🎹 A supportive community of fellow musicians

All set within the peaceful grounds of Ardingly College.

📍 West Sussex
📅 August 20–24, 2026

Come to play. Leave inspired.

20/05/2026

Looking for an inspiring summer escape that feeds your passion for music?

Join our Jazz & Blues Retreat, an exclusive, immersive experience designed for musicians who want to grow, collaborate, and create in a supportive environment.

🎶 What to expect:

* Ensemble playing & improvisation groups
* One-to-one tuition with expert tutors
* Big Band & Jazz Choir sessions
* Arranging & songwriting workshops
* Nightly Jazz Club performances

Spend five days connecting with like-minded musicians, ideveloping your skills, and living the music from morning to night.

📅 Dates: August 20–25
🌐 Learn more: www.jazzandbluesretreats.com

23/04/2026

Join our Jazz & Blues Retreat, an exclusive, immersive experience designed for musicians who want to grow, collaborate, and create in a supportive environment.

🎶 What to expect:

* Ensemble playing & improvisation groups
* One-to-one tuition with expert tutors
* Big Band & Jazz Choir sessions
* Arranging & songwriting workshops
* Nightly Jazz Club performances

Spend five days connecting with like-minded musicians, developing your skills, and living the music from morning to night.

📅 Dates: August 20–25
🌐 Learn more: www.jazzandbluesretreats.com

Address

Ardingly College
Ardingly
RH176SQ

Telephone

+447788762946

Website

https://www.jazzandbluesretreats.com/

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