The James Houlik Saxophone Retreat at Wildacres

The James Houlik Saxophone Retreat at Wildacres Official Page of the James Houlik Saxophone Retreat at Wildacres w/ the New Century Saxophone Quartet

The James Houlik Saxophone Retreat is a remarkable gathering of motivated saxophonists who come together to improve their performance skills, and to share a unique musical experience with like minded souls. The daily Retreat schedule includes clinic sessions, ensemble performance, master classes, and concerts. A strong emphasis is placed on assuring personal growth for every Retreat participant. I

n addition to James Houlik, the staff includes the members of the New Century Saxophone Quartet, and resident pianist Vahan Sargsyan. The Retreat has no age nor performance ability requirements but, as a rule, participants are usually at least at the intermediate level. Wildacres is a secluded retreat, set in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, near Little Switzerland, North Carolina. Participants are housed in modern comfortable hotel style lodges, and enjoy three delicious meals served daily in a lovely dining room with a delightful mountain view. The James Houlik Saxophone Retreat has proven to be a unique learning experience in a serene setting. In addition to an intensive saxophone study opportunity, participants have ample time for fellowship and the enjoyment of mountain recreation opportunities. James Houlik elected to call his program a “retreat” because the name reflected his intention that it be intensive, that it touches and changes people musically as well as personally, and that it provides a productive escape from the distractions of daily life. And now, twenty years later, hundreds of saxophonists have come to the mountains to celebrate the saxophone and to benefit from a one of a kind study experience. James Houlik, master teacher
Stephen Po***ck, retreat coordinator
New Century Saxophone Quartet, chamber musicians in residence/chamber music coaching
José Riojas, conductor/large ensembles

The beautiful amphitheater at Wildacres. Will you be joining us next year? 📷 eldred spell
07/16/2022

The beautiful amphitheater at Wildacres. Will you be joining us next year? 📷 eldred spell

Saxophone ensemble on stage
07/14/2022

Saxophone ensemble on stage

Our incomparable accompanist, Vahan Sargsyan
07/11/2022

Our incomparable accompanist, Vahan Sargsyan

Chamber music at Wildacres. This quartet features participants from Delaware, Ohio, Missouri, and North Carolina ...
07/09/2022

Chamber music at Wildacres. This quartet features participants from Delaware, Ohio, Missouri, and North Carolina

James Houlik and Vahan Sargsyan on stage at Wildacres
07/08/2022

James Houlik and Vahan Sargsyan on stage at Wildacres

Two bass saxophones in one place! Just one of the joys of Wildacres
07/07/2022

Two bass saxophones in one place! Just one of the joys of Wildacres

The rockers are empty and the participants have all gone home, but we are thankful for the completion of our 31st saxoph...
07/06/2022

The rockers are empty and the participants have all gone home, but we are thankful for the completion of our 31st saxophone retreat at Wildacres

Maestro teaching in masterclass
07/01/2022

Maestro teaching in masterclass

Greg Chapman brought his store and saxophone repair knowledge to the retreat on Tuesday
06/29/2022

Greg Chapman brought his store and saxophone repair knowledge to the retreat on Tuesday

We are just a few days away from our 31st annual retreat! We look forward to seeing all the participants on the mountain...
06/21/2022

We are just a few days away from our 31st annual retreat! We look forward to seeing all the participants on the mountain this Saturday, June 25th.

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