Winter Jam '23

6-8 January | Beukenhof in Biezelmortel, The Netherlands

Jamming is the keyword in this ensemble-based weekend where together with your tutors, you work on swing, arranging, riffs, dynamics, and generally playing together better. A basic command of gypsy jazz is essential.

Jamming with a cup of hot chocolate

The Winter Jam takes place at our new location Beukenhof in Biezenmortel. Beukenhof is located near s’Hertogenbosch.

The location used to be a monastery and often hosts music groups due to its fine acoustics. It can cater to around 250 guests.

The spacious garden with different sitting areas allows for simultaneous outdoor workshops or jams. And there is a variety of teaching rooms, concert hall incl. a café that can be used during the workshop.

How To Get There

Beukenhof in Biezenmortel
Capucijnenstraat 46
5074 PJ Biezenmortel
The Netherlands
info@beukenhof.nl
Tel:  +31 (0)13 511 2499 | Website

Public transport (by train)

From Schiphol Airport (2h)

Eindhoven airport (1h 30min)

Rotterdam Central station (2h 30 min)

More information at ns.nl (dutch railways)

By car

From Rotterdam (1h 12min)

From Schiphol Airport (1h 17 min)

From Eindhoven Airport (30min) 

Tutors

Meet our tutor’s line up for the Winter Jam.

Karin van Kooten

Karin van Kooten

NL | Jazz Violin
Reinier Voet

Reinier Voet

NL | Gypsy Jazz Guitar
Simon Ort

Simon Ort

DE | Double Bass
Thomas Baggermann

Thomas Baggermann

NL | Gypsy Jazz Guitar
Tim Kliphuis

Tim Kliphuis

NL | Jazz Violin


Repertoire

Here are the camp songs for Grappelli-Django Winter Jam 2023.

Sweet Georgia Brown

In jams and ensemble lessons we will work on these songs, too:

  • What Is This Thing Called Love
  • Paquito
  • Swing Gitan
  • Minor Swing
  • Coquette
  • Autumn Leaves
  • Out of Nowhere
  • Bossa Dorado
  • In A Sentimental Mood
  • Manoir de mes Rêves

Schedule

Here is the 2023 schedule! Familiarize yourself with the workshops and locations using your room map.

Our 2023 schedule will be available few weeks before the camp starts. Keep an eye on our social media to stay up to date.

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  • Thursday

    August 24, 2023

  • Friday

    August 26, 2022

  • Saturday

    August 26, 2023

  • Sunday

    August 27, 2023