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In the meantime, we invite you to explore last year\u2019s program to get a sense of the experience and activities offered. While the repertoire, guest artists, and certain program details vary from year to year, the spirit of the retreat remains the same.<\/p>\n
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Under the direction of Francis Colpron, this week offers a true journey through the great historical repertoires, from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance and into the Baroque.<\/strong><\/p>\n Participants will refine their technique, sharpen their understanding of the stylistic language of each period, and strengthen their ability to listen and respond within an ensemble. The chance to connect with fellow early music enthusiasts from across the world, combined with CAMMAC’s relaxed and friendly atmosphere, makes for a genuinely rewarding experience.<\/p>\n \u279c PLEASE NOTE:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Week 2 is one of CAMMAC\u2019s most popular weeks. Accommodations and pre-registration classes fill quickly \u2013 book early to secure your place.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”48″][vc_single_image image=”63675″ img_size=”full” image_hovers=”false”][vc_empty_space height=”32″] Sunday July 5, 2026 \u2013 2:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Come experience the joy of ensemble music in the company of one of Canada’s leading recorder specialists!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Intermediate and advanced recorder players are invited to join Francis Colpron<\/strong><\/span><\/a> for this friendly workshop dedicated to the pleasure of playing together. On the programme: exploration of repertoire for recorder ensembles, performance advice, listening and musical sharing in a warm and stimulating atmosphere. Free admission, no registration is neccessary. Auditors are also welcome.<\/em><\/p>\n Enjoy a full day in the company of this great musician:<\/span> <\/strong><\/p>\n Hear him perform with Les Bor\u00e9ades as part of the Musical Sundays Concert Series at 11 a.m., followed by brunch \u2013 before joining him for the afternoon workshop.<\/p>\n For concert tickets and information: \u21b3CLICK HERE<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text]\t\t<\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”60″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1737983451742{padding-right: 70px !important;}”]<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”32″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”4\/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1773144771291{padding-right: 70px !important;}”]\u271a\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>NEW <\/strong>Continuo technique for harpsichordists and pianists<\/strong><\/p>\n Develop your ability to improvise harmonic accompaniment \u2013 realizing chords, voice-leading, and embellishments \u2013 in real-time above a figured or unfigured bass line, in an ensemble context – class taught by Dorothea Ventura[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”36″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1772249878299{padding-right: 70px !important;}”]\u271a\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Rich ensemble-playing opportunities for harpsichordists<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n This week offers harpsichordists a wealth of ensemble-playing opportunities, guided by expert faculty, from small groups to chamber music.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”36″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1772636831179{padding-right: 70px !important;}”]\u271a\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>A<\/strong>dvanced v<\/strong>iola da gamba intensive program<\/strong><\/p>\n Designed for advanced amateurs and students, this week-long immersion with renowned gambist Margaret Little<\/strong><\/span><\/a> includes masterclasses, an advanced consort, and a class on the interpretation of a continuo line (basso continuo), also open to other advanced instrumentalists.<\/p>\n Please contact Margaret before registering for prerequisites and additional information: <\/em>margaret@littlem.ca<\/em><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”36″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1772249918425{padding-right: 70px !important;}”]\u271a\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Viola da gamba classes for beginner and intermediate levels<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Led by Marie-Laurence Primeau of Fl\u00fbte Alors!<\/a><\/u><\/b>, this class welcomes both newcomers to the viol and players wishing to build on their foundations. Through clear guidance and practical work, participants develop essential skills such as tone production, bow technique, ornamentation, and ensemble playing.<\/p>\nRecorder workshop with Francis Colpron<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n
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