I’m Tim Kliphuis, director of the Grappelli-Django Camp. On 25 August 2022, we celebrate our 13th edition in Beukenhof Biezenmortel (NL), with a stellar teaching and performing line-up.
We are dedicated to giving musicians of all levels, from beginners to (semi-) professionals, the best possible improvisation boost. An experience you won’t forget!
In 2022, we are delighted to finally welcome back on violin Seonaid Aitken (UK), who will also host a vocal clinic for all who sing; Caroline Bugala (France) who brings a funky touch to the tradition of Stéphane Grappelli, and Eva Slongo who has created a new and personal jazz violin teaching method. Our gypsy jazz guitar stars are … Mozes Rosenberg and Fapy Lafertin!! Thomas Baggerman on guitar and Simon Ort on bass complete what is the strongest tutor lineup ever … and of course, Camp founders Reinier Voet, Karin van Kooten (NL) and myself will be leading the teaching staff as usual.
Sign-up is now closed.
In memory of Max Bédouelle (1980 – 2021)
Beukenhof Biezenmortel, The Netherlands
Thursday to Sunday
August 25 to 28, 2022
“Gypsy Jazz” is the style made famous by Parisians Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli in 1934. Their all-string jazz group is still seen as Europe’s biggest contribution to jazz history.
The aim of the camp is to offer a long weekend of world-class tuition for international players and help them get better year by year.
Grappelli-Django Camp does not audition. A basic command of your instrument is required. Entries are taken on a first come, first serve basis. The wide range of levels (beginner – intermediate – advanced) demands a dedicated teaching staff and good planning. Level-based instrumental workshops are alternated with ensemble lessons where all levels meet, short private lessons, a guest clinic and, of course, guided and open jam sessions.