IT'S A GUITAR THING...Welcome to Guitar Breaks.
We deliver bespoke guitar workshops & retreats with pro players and top educators. We are located in inspiring, serene & cool surroundings....and online! Be inspired. Join our community of like-minded guitarists. |
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Mike Dawes - Modern Acoustic Guitar Masterclass
Saturday 4th March 2023, The Bush Hotel, Farnham, Surrey - £249 for the day
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Mike Dawes Modern Acoustic Guitar Masterclass Voted best acoustic guitarist in the world two years in a row by MusicRadar & Total Guitar magazine, award winning guitarist Mike Dawes presents this unique in-person guitar workshop hosted at the Bush Hotel in Farnham. Mike will be taking attendees through a variety of modern acoustic guitar techniques, including: - percussive guitar playing - artificial harmonics - guitar tapping - altered tunings ....and much more! Change the way you look at the guitar with alternative approaches to composition, arrangement and the music industry, guaranteed to expand your musical vocabulary. And don't forget your acoustic guitar! |
Matt Schofield's Blues Camp
April 24th - 28th (*arriving 23rd & departing 29th) - The Villa Pia Hotel, Lippiano, Tuscany/Umbria, Italy.
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MATT'S BACK! We are delighted to announce that you can book now for the Blues Camp with our very special guest: Matt Schofield. From the 24th to the 28th April* we will be in Lippiano, at the award-winning Villa Pia Family Hotel located on the stunning Tuscany Umbria border. Matt is a multi-award winning guitar virtuoso, singer, songwriter, producer and band leader, who has more than 30 years of performing experience and 20 years as a solo artist. Matt will be focussing on taking you through his approach to playing the blues, looking at iconic blues players and tracks and lifting the lid on 'playing the changes'. Guitar Breaks is your opportunity to spend a week in beautiful surroundings learning, jamming and hanging with some of today's greatest guitarists. |
Pete Friesen's Jam Camp -Rhythm Special !
Saturday 18th February, Milk Shed Studios, Warfield, near Bracknell - £149 for the day
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**NB: This workshop is now fully booked.
This is a great opportunity to get your guitar out and jam in our own custom built studio with Pete Friesen; one of rock guitar's great players!
*WELCOME TO THE SAFE ZONE!* The Jam Camp is a 'Safe Guitar' environment! We are supportive of all, no matter what level you may be at. Guitar Breaks is all about helping you feel comfortable so that everyone brings something positive to the workshop. The Jam Camp focuses on a couple of classic artists, learning key songs and jamming them with live bass guitar, drums and vocals to accompany you. You get the chance to play alongside other guitarists, receiving guidance and advice from Pete on how to generate those killer tones. FEBRUARY'S FEATURED PLAYERS:
February's Jam Camp will be focussing on the rhythmic magic of two riff kings: Malcolm Young (AC/DC) and Keith Richards (Rolling Stones). Plus there will be plenty of time to hone your lead playing. All the time under the expert eye of Pete Friesen. |
Andy Guitar in Italy - with special guest, Mike Bradley
9th October to 13th October 2023, Villa Pia Hotel, Lippiano, Italy
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YES! We are off to Italy!
You can join Andy Guitar and Mike Bradley in stunning rural Italy! A very special guitar workshop with Andy Crowley and Mike Bradley, running from the 9th to the 13th October (*arriving on the 8th and departing on the 14th). Andy's workshop will focus on learning, playing and performing classic songs of our time, plus a few of your favourites too! Who is this workshop for? Andy's workshops are ideal for recent beginners through to intermediate players who love to play songs and develop their own playing in a friendly and supportive environment. You can work on your technique and timing, learn the fretboard and take a creative approach to your playing. AND you can play songs together with other guitar players. Where are we? We will be based at our spiritual home, the Villa Pia Hotel. Located in the tiny village of Lippiano, on the Tuscany/Umbria border in the green heart of Italy, Villa Pia offers the perfect environment to eat, sleep and drink guitar! This is your opportunity to get away from it all, explore different techniques and skills, discover new songs, hone your own playing style and spend quality time with like-minded guitarists. N.B: THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. Click the button below if you would like to join the waiting list.... |
Guitar Breaks Gift Cards
Get the perfect gift for your guitar-loving partner, friend or family member.
A Guitar Breaks gift card comes in differing amounts and will be personalised with the name of the recipient. We can even add custom artwork!
Just click GIFT CARD and give the gift that keeps on giving!
A Guitar Breaks gift card comes in differing amounts and will be personalised with the name of the recipient. We can even add custom artwork!
Just click GIFT CARD and give the gift that keeps on giving!
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Pete Friesen's Jam Camp
Saturday 21st January 2023, Milk Shed Studios, Warfield, near Bracknell - £149 for the day
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**NB: This workshop is now fully booked. Come and jam some serious rocking blues with Pete Friesen and our live band
This is a great opportunity to get your guitar out and jam in our own custom built studio with Pete Friesen; one of rock guitar's great players!
*WELCOME TO THE SAFE ZONE!* The Jam Camp is a 'Safe Guitar' environment! We are supportive of all, no matter what level you may be at. Guitar Breaks is all about helping you feel comfortable so that everyone brings something positive to the workshop. The Jam Camp focuses on a couple of classic artists, learning key songs and jamming them with live bass guitar, drums and vocals to accompany you. You get the chance to play alongside other guitarists, receiving guidance and advice from Pete on how to generate those killer tones. JANUARY'S FEATURED PLAYERS:
January's Jam Camp will be focussing on the influence and chops of two classic players: Jimi Hendrix and Albert King. Plus there will be plenty of time to hone your lead playing. All the time under the expert eye of Pete Friesen. |
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what our guests say:
"Thank you again for everything. It's no easy task to organise that many people, let alone musicians for 5 days! Was honestly one of the best times, if not the best I've ever had." |
"Just wanted to let you know how much I really enjoyed the guitar breaks weekend. Thanks for all your hard work in bringing all of this together and meeting mine and no doubt everyone else expectations. I fully expect to attend the next one in whatever form it takes. Please keep me informed of any developments as I’d hate to miss out ;-)" |
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