Have a question? Then you’ve come to the right place! Our FAQ section provides answers to the most commonly asked questions. If you can’t find the answer you need then please contact us and we will be happy to help.
We host most of our workshops at St Leonards Hotel, Ringwood, BH24 2NR. The hotel has a wonderful function room as well as other modern facilities. We also host workshops elsewhere, such as the Andy Scott workshop in Manchester.
Our course leaders are world class musicians, highly skilled with an in-depth knowledge of music. Take a look at our About Us page to see the course leaders we have worked with, we continue to bring you only the best.
On each page that has the workshop details, at the bottom of the page you’ll see some tabs, one of them being marked “Approx Standard”. This will give you an approx guide to the level required to attend the workshop. However if you’re at all unsure or need more clarification simply contact us and we’ll be happy to advise further.
The ‘observer’ places are for anyone who feels they would benefit from a workshop but don’t want to actively take part with their instrument. This is specific to our jazz improvisation workshops.
For all our weekend workshops we include:
- Two days of world class instruction from a leading educator / musician
- Comfortable surroundings with great facilities
- All printed material
- A well organised event with the focus being on ensuring you have an amazing time
- Tea/coffee/biscuits for the breaks
- Fresh coffee and pastries
- Adequate breaks between the sessions
- The opportunity to socialise with fellow participants
- A hot lunch (when at St Leonards and you included that with your booking)
At some workshops our incredible sponsors attend, giving you the opportunity to try their products. We are sponsored by some of the world’s leading brands.
When possible we have a well respected sax repairer attend and will check over your instrument for free!
Don’t worry, lots of people are nervous when they first come on a workshop, but after the first session or so you’ll see you are in a safe and supportive environment and will thourougly enjoy the weekend! It is important to come along to these type of workshops; great for improving your musicianship, meeting new friends and sharing your love of music with others.
Yes! We can now offer payment by installments, see more info in the FAQ labelled “How do I make payment”
Yes we do, please check out our Gift Card page.
Once you’ve booked you will receive confirmation from Ticketsource. Nearer the date of the event we will email you requesting information (playing level, food restrictions etc), but also to provide you with all the details you need to attend the event.
For our workshops at St Leonards Hotel, we offer the flexibility of booking with or without a hot lunch.
For our workshops at Hallé at St Michael’s lunch is not included.
Yes, unless on the rare occasion we are running a masterclass.
Yes, please bring your own music stand.
You will be provided with all the necessary sheet music. However a paper and pen / pencil is always useful! We endeavour whenever possible to send music out in advance but this depends on course leader and nature of workshop.
It is possible to leave your instruments overnight, however we recommend you take them with you at the end of the day. We suggest participants arrange insurance for their musical instruments and personal property in case of loss or damage. It is regretted that neither the organisers or the venue can accept responsibility for any loss or damage to personal property.
Unless specified, accommodation is not included.
The address for St Leonards Hotel is: 185 Ringwood Road, St Leonards, BH24 2NP
If you are travelling by train the nearest stations are Christchurch and Bournemouth. You could then catch a taxi for the remainder of the journey.
There is a bus stop very near to the hotel, and there will be buses from various locations that stop at this bus stop.
Yes!
Greene King Inns (including St Leonards Hotel) have now provided a fixed price corporate rate for us to use at workshop weekends. This is £90 per night for the Flex Rate including B&B. This can bring savings to the usual prices quoted on their website.
The Central Reservations Team:
Phone Number – 0345 608 6040
Email- Centralr@greeneking.co.uk
You will need to quote company profile – ABENG for the team to bring up the rate.
If you have an existing booking, then there is good news. All you need to do is contact them and they will amend your existing booking. I would imagine this is possible for “flex rate” bookings where payment has not yet been taken. For other bookings it might be they need to cancel and redo.
For our workshops at St Leonards Hotel there is free parking. Please be advised you need to enter your registration number at the hotel reception.
Camping is not permitted.
Yes we do, although we need written consent from a parent.
All workshop bookings are final and tickets are non-refundable. We are also unable to offer credit towards a future workshop if you are unable to attend.
In some circumstances, and entirely at our discretion, we may be able to transfer your booking to another workshop. This will depend on factors such as how much notice is given and whether we are able to resell your original place. Any difference in ticket price would also be payable.
If AB Workshops cancels a workshop, a full refund will of course be provided.
Yes we do. We can build a bespoke workshop around your specific requirements. We have clients that enjoy full immersive musical retreats organised by us.
Yes, you can click the “Join Waiting List” button on the home page for any event that has sold out.
Alternatively please get in touch if you would like to be added to the waiting list for any of our events. Email hello@abworkshops.com
The AB Workshops Travel & Car Share WhatsApp group is for anyone attending our workshops who would like to connect with others travelling to the same event.
You can use the group to arrange car sharing, offer or request a lift, or coordinate train and other travel plans with fellow participants.
Joining the group is completely optional and any travel arrangements are made directly between participants.
