EVENTS

Current and upcoming events include swing and gypsy jazz programming connected to the Rocky Mountain Archtop Festival, along with related performances and workshops focused on listening, ensemble playing, and shared musical experience. This June also marks the return of Olli Soikkeli and Cesar Garabini, sure to entertain and dazzle audiences with their unique blend of swing jazz and Brazilian choro.

Additional events include an upcoming retreat in Rochester, UK, offered in collaboration with Yaakov Hoter, bringing students together for immersive study, shared listening, and musical exchange.

ROCKY MTN. GYPSY AND SWING

GUITAR FESTIVAL

2026 marks the 4th installment of this festival, and celebrating our proud partnership with Henriksen Amplifiers the Rocky Mountain Archtop Festival. Returning to play and teach are the great and power Lisa Liu, and the smooth swinging Greg Ruby. Join us the weekend of September 18-20 in Olde Town Arvada, CO.

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OLLI SOIKKELLI & CESAR GARABINI

June 2026 will be the return of the incredible guitar duo of Olli Soikkelli and Cesar Garabini. Touring internationally, and bringing their unique blend of swing jazz and Brazilian choro. Multiple dates to be announced, so be sure to bee in the know, as you don't want to miss this opportunity!

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GYPSY AND JAZZ REATREAT

These retreats, hosted and coached by guitarist and educator, Yaakov Hoter, are a powerful and unique blend of coaching and immersion into the style of Django Reinhardt, and other gypsy and jazz greats. Join us in Rochester, UK August of 2026 for an experience that is certain to change the way you learn, practice, and play the guitar.

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