The MUSIC @ 10,0000 LAKES SCHEDULE is structured to allow plenty of free time for you to practice or spend as you wish. There are designated times to assemble as a group.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  July 1, 2025.  Register early as space is limited.

PAYMENT IN FULL IS DUE  August 1, 2025.

MONDAY, August 11
4:00 PM Check-in at the St. John’s Abbey Guesthouse for room assignments.  Welcome!
5:30 – 6:30 PM Dinner  in the Abbey Guesthouse Dining Room
6:30 PM Brief Tour of Campus and Music Hall; Coaching Schedule confirmation;
7:00 PM Musicale – Practicing Performance
8:30 PM Free time

TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY, August 12 & 13
7:00 – 8:30 AM Breakfast – (All meals in the Abbey Guesthouse Dining Room)
8:00 – 11:30 AM Self-directed: practice, reflection, walk, swim, etc.; (Individual coaching available from Elizabeth Wolff**)
11:45 AM – 12:45 PM Lunch
1:00 – 2:30 PM Forum topics with Guest Presenter.
2:30 – 5:30 PM Self-directed as in morning
5:30 – 6:30 PM Dinner
7:00 – 8:30 PM Musicale-Practicing Performance
8:30 PM – Free time

THURSDAY, August 14  
7:00 – 8:30 AM Breakfast
10:00 AM – Check out.

INDIVIDUAL PIANO PERFORMANCE COACHING**
Individual coaching is available on Tuesday and Wednesday with Elizabeth Wolff. Contact Liz for scheduling.  For an additional fee more than one coaching session may also be available.

GUEST PRESENTERS FOR 2025 RETREAT:  

TUESDAY – “Chopin: Dances of Poland” – Tadeusz Majewski.
“Chopin: Dances of Poland” is an engaging lecture and demonstration celebrating the Polish soul embedded in Frédéric Chopin’s works. Focusing on the Mazurka and Polonaise, this event delves into the rich folk traditions and aristocratic elegance that inspired these iconic dance forms. Attendees will gain insights into Chopin’s innovative compositional techniques, his emotional connection to his homeland, and the intricate rhythms and expressive phrasing that define his music. The program features live performances illustrating the contrasting moods of the lively Mazurka and the noble Polonaise, offering a deeper appreciation of Chopin’s genius and his profound tribute to Polish heritage. 

WEDNESDAY – “Mapping and Other Practice Strategies” – Dr. Rebecca Shockley.  
In this presentation we will explore different strategies for effective practice with repertoire at various levels. These include Mapping, Reductions, Practicing Patterns in a Piece (scales, arpeggios, chords, etc.), Counting Strategies, the “Imaginary Metronome,” using Dotted Rhythms, and Starting from the End of a piece or section. (Participants are invited to bring in a piece or section of music they are trying to memorize or learn more quickly.)

 MUSIC @ 10,000  LAKES  ADDITIONAL ATTRACTIONS/ OPTIONS
St. John’s Pottery Studio, Nature Walk, Hill Museum and Manuscript Library, Organ building studio, Tours of St. John Abbey Church and other Marcel Breuer structures, etc.

COST
Tuition for the retreat is $440. Tuition covers a single occupant room with private bath for 3 nights, one individual coaching session with Liz, two forums/guest presentations, use of class rooms and practice rooms, and performance opportunities. At this time, partial attendance with pro-rated cost is not available. The cost of meals is included in tuition.  (Double rooms and suites are available for an additional fee. Reserve early.) 

A first payment/deposit of $50 is due at time of registration with the balance of $390 due by August 1.  Please make your checks  payable  to “Music@10,000 Lakes.”  (The $50 deposit is non-refundable should your attendance plans change.)

Send your payments to:

Music @ 10,000 Lakes
5707 138th Street Court
Apple Valley, MN 55124