Memorial Day Weekend Workshop

AEM's Idyllic Musical Retreat in Rural Connecticut

May 22-25, 2026

Wisdom House
229 East Litchfield Rd
Litchfield, CT 06759-3002
United States

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Faculty:

Rainer Recorder
Deborah Recorder & Flute
Eric Recorder & Flute
Lawrence Recorder & Viol
Patricia Recorder & Early Notation
Gwyn Recorder & Flute

Tuition:
$365

Work Study Tuition:
$195

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Get a head start on your summer with a weekend of small and larger ensemble music in an idyllic retreat center in rural Connecticut. Classes include mixed ensembles, special Medieval and Renaissance topics, early notation ensemble, and all-group playing of grand Renaissance works, for small and large instruments. In the evenings enjoy all-workshop group sessions, a Sunday evening faculty concert and a gala party! The von Huene Workshop is in residence with music and instruments for sale, with the wise counsels of Eric Haas (stop by even if you can’t attend the workshop).


Wisdom House has ample classroom space, with good light and comfortable chairs. The kitchen prepares delicious meals and can accommodate dietary restrictions with advance notice. All classes are under one roof and an elevator helps get luggage and larger instruments from one floor to another.

RECORDER SCHOLARSHIPS

The ARS has scholarships available for weekend workshops, apply soon! https://americanrecorder.org/scholarships

VIOL SCHOLARSHIP

A Viol Scholarship is available to help cover tuition. Please email Click here to show mail address to inquire.

Room & Board prices - (see below) include all meals. Double room prices are per person.

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Wisdom House

 

Workshop Schedule

Fri - May 22 
4:00 - 6:00 p.m.Check- In
Dinner - 5:30 p.m.Evening events: 7:30 Orientation and music for all
Sat & Sun - May 23 & 24 
8:30 a.m.Late Check-In (Saturday only)
Breakfast - 8:00 a.m. 
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.Early Morning Class
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Late Morning Class
Lunch - 12:30 p.m. 
1:45 - 3:15 Early Afternoon class
3:30 - 4:45 p.m.Late Afternoon class
Dinner - 5:30 p.m.Evening events: tba
Mon - May 25 
Breakfast 
9:00 -10:30 a.m.Early Morning Class
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Late Morning Class
Lunch and fond farewells 

This program was made possible, in part, through the support of Associated Chamber Music Players (ACMP), an international service organization supporting chamber music for pleasure. Join ACMP – Membership is FREE!

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Tuition
Full Time Tuition $365
Work Study Tuition $195
Room & Board
Double room with a hall bath $440
Single room with a hall bath $485
Double room with a private bath $535
Single room with a private bath $610
Commuter $165 (includes facilites fee, Sat & Sun lunches)
Do you have a roommate, or would you like us to match you with one?

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Cancellation policy

Tuition is fully refundable.
Room and Board fully refundable if cancelled before May 6.

Covid-19 policy

Testing will be required the day before and the morning of the workshop. If you feel sick, please stay home. Masking is optional.

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