If you can talk, you can improvise! We are all born improvisers — it’s simply about learning to listen and trust. A little musical context (keys, chords, a few scale ideas) goes a long way, along with training your hands and mind to respond to the music — eventually, in the moment. This weekend we’ll explore how to move beyond practice routines into real musical flow through a few great tunes. With guided sessions and playful group jams, you’ll discover how knowledge, intention, awareness, and creativity can transform your playing into something free, expressive, and joyful. (bass players, uke players... all players also welcome)
Bio
Nicholas Russell is an artist and music educator based in Haliburton, Ontario. His musical interests encompass a wide range of genres, including jazz and blues, world music, classical, and folk and traditional music. As an active performer, session musician, supporting artist, and band leader, he brings his diverse skills to a variety of musical contexts.
With over twenty years of experience in music education, Nicholas previously directed the lesson program at Folkway Music in Waterloo, Ontario. He currently teaches courses at Fleming College School of Art + Design and operates the Haliburton Guitar Studio.
Registration Options:
We have 3 different registration options.
All 3 accommodation packages include:
All daytime and evening programming: streams sessions, workshops, concerts, song circles and jam sessions,
Access to all of the Wanakita trails, facilities, and use of recreational equipment.
Accommodation Packages
Day only: $480
Is for folks that want all the WFC programming, but prefer to stay offsite. It includes
3 lunches
Dinner Saturday and Sunday
Inclusive: $545
Is for folks that want to stay onsite in a shared cabin. It includes
3 nights accommodation
All meals from Saturday breakfast to Monday lunch
You may choose to share a cabin with someone you know. Otherwise, you will be randomly assigned to an appropriate male or female cabin. Guests are required to bring their own bedding and towels.
Semi-private: SOLD OUT!
Is for folks that want to stay onsite, and enjoy all the benefits of the "Inclusive" package, but prefer to be in a cabin with one other person.
*Semi private is not available to single registrants.
