Clive Carroll's Summer guitar course 2010, Cubertou, France
Sat 18th – 24 July 2010
For over 30 years Artists have been coming to Cubertou, living and working in its rural surrounds, marvelling at the clarity of light and the landscape and enjoying the exceptional country cuisine and wine of the Vallee du Lot. Situated in historic South West France and conveniently set within 25 tranquil, wooded acres, Cubertou is close to much Romanesque art and architecture that is said to have advanced south with the pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela in Spain.
The Region is rich with ‘Bastides’ spectacular fortified towns, which like Montpazier, are a legacy of the 100 years war.
Cubertou is within accessible distance to the famous prehistoric painted caves of:
Lascauz 11, Font de Gaume, Les Eyzies and Peche Merle. Nearby is the historic town of Cahors, the departmental capital. Also within easy reach of Cubertou are colourful local markets on Thursdays and Sundays and an abundance of vineyards for ‘degustation’
Philosophy
As a group, actively involved in music, we aim to provide a nurturing environment in which each player is encouraged to immerse him or herself in the experience of Clive Carroll daily workshops. Each musician will be encouraged to progress at their own pace and Clive actively encourages students of all levels who are involved in making music. For this course to be of benefit Clive has recommended that potential students are familiar with all the major and minor chords in the first position.
Accommodation
Clive’s guitar workshops are designed to give the music student a 6 day experience of Clive’s unique instrumental music techniques and playing. We at Cubertou design the day so all your needs are taken care of leaving you free with all the time you need for practise, workshops and outings should you so wish.
All meals, with the exception of the occasional picnic in the grounds are served on long tables in the barn. The evening meal is candlelit
Erik Michel our resident Chef for your stay at Cubertou has been a top Chef for the last 20 years, receiving Michelin star and numerous mentions in the ‘The good Restaurant Guide’ as well as owning and running his own restaurant with his wife Karen, The Clock House Ripley, Surrey, which Erik managed and owned before moving to France 4 years ago. Erik will be looking after all the meals and will specialize in traditional dishes of the area. Erik will also be in charge of choosing wine to accompany the meals. Erik’s cooking is so good and authentic you will have no need to seek local fare outside of Cubertou.
All accommodation at Cubertou is arranged around a peaceful courtyard;
See: www.cubertou.com/
Rooms can be on a shared or single basis. Couples are encouraged with a greatly reduced rate for non playing partners. See price list.
Rooms are clean and comfortable. Bathroom facilities are shared and regularly serviced.
There are facilities for camping and camper vans. Please enquire.
Tuition
Please see workshop schedule.
Guests at Cubertou can call on the expertise of Clive. It is hoped a local venue might be found for Clive and the students to give a concert on the final night.
One month prior to the 1st August Clive will be send out audio files and music that will be looked at during the week.
The Team
The Team consists of: Clive Carroll - resident guitar tutor. Clive's reputation as an International guitarist over the past 10 years precedes him and needs no introduction. Click here to read his biography. Jane Orr is a dedicated amateur singer and a very experienced art teacher who has recently joined the prestigious North Finchley Choral society, singing a repertoire, from early folk to 20th century choral pieces. Jane will be on hand to advise on singing if required. Ben Edwards a former printmaker and painter, and now film maker and part time senior lecturer at the University of Westminster, London will be managing the running of the Cubertou workshops. Ben has known Cubertou and the area intimately for the past 30 years having attended workshops and taught at Cubertou with his mentor Peter Norton, the painter who founded Cubertou in 1964.
Catering will be overseen by top international chef Erik Michel and his wife Karen
Getting to Cubertou
By car it is an easy route from the north on the peage exiting at Cahors.
Nearest airport is Bergerac. Easy Jet. You can hire a car from the airport or we can arrange collection for a transfer fee. See price list.
By train to Cahors or Monsompron – Lebos from Paris Gare d’Austerlitz or TGV from Bordeaux to Cahors. We can advise on your best means of travel.
Booking Details
Clive Carroll’s Guitar workshop is a unique event and will take place on the following dates:
Saturday 18th – 24 July 2010
Places are strictly limited for this workshop.
For full details fees and booking form please visit the Cubertou Music Website
Should you require further information you can contact:
Ben Edwards,
Clive Carroll Summer Guitar workshop 2010,
7 Argyle Road,
London N12 7NU
Tel: 020 8446 7840. Cell:07850866131
Email: ben@erproductions.co.uk
www.cubertou.com
