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Amazing experience!! Adam catered for all levels. He was very patient, conscientious and happy to answer questions outside of lessons!
It was a privilege to watch a professional guitarist close up.
Johnny and Angie were excellent hosts catering for every need, going above & beyond to make everyone feel comfortable. The food was great and the social interaction within the group was a highlight of the camp.
Overall a brilliant concept.

Guitar camp 2026 with Adam Goldsmith. If your serious about playing your guitar well you really need to practice with a good professional. This was my second experience of learning with EMC haveing previously had the privilege of learning with Rob Harris.
Adam’s knowledge and playing is without question some of the best in the UK. His tuition highlighted elements that needed working on. I left the course with a structured way forward to improve my general playing and improve timing.
EMC is not only about education its also about having fun in a fabulous environment with like minded people. A big thanks to Johnny, Angie and Adam for another memorable week.

I just participated in a trumpet camp with Louis Dowdeswell and John Thirkell.
I really enjoyed it and recommend it.
We were 7 students from various countries enjoying sharing our music and life experiences between us and with Louis and John. Beyond playing music, learning new things with Louis, John, and from each other, we enjoyed the great location, went hiking in the surroundings, enjoyed the swimming pool at the house and spent some time in the beautiful city of Granada and had very good food all the week long. Louis is a highly warm , empathic and knowledgeable person as well as John. On top of all what we learned from them, their kindness made this camp an absolute delight.

If you’re looking to improve your musical skills, and like me, stuck at a bit of a dead end, this course is for you. Great advice, structured classes combined with 1:1 sessions with world class musicians who also know how to teach. I was at the guitar camp and Adam Goldsmith was fantastic. Johnny and Angie were in charge of logistics, food and drinks, general advice and were amazing hosts. The location is wonderful. I’ll be back!

I had an absolute blast spending the week with Elite Music Camps! Hosts were extremely inspiring, caring, and helpful. It was evident that this camp was well organised for the participants to receive the best education. During my camp, I met many people from multiple countries creating life-long friendships. There was plenty of playing and learning experiences but an absolute highlight for me was simply living with these elite players receiving advice, making jokes and talking all about music. Couldn’t recommend Elite Music Camps more!!!

This was an exceptionally well run 5-day music camp and the villa and hosts were outstanding. Nestled in the mountains near Granada, the location is superb, but more importantly, Johnny has a great operation going here for musicians looking to learn more, eat well, and do a bit of sightseeing too. Can’t recommend it highly enough.

The program structure is well structured balancing content, rigor and most importantly, fun! The accommodations are first class in a rustic setting. The teaching is absolutely top notch!

I always come back buzzing from horn camp. First and foremost, the excellent tuition and guidance given by Snake and Johnny, their professionalism, their knowledge and experience, their patience and their kindness. Then there is the joy of playing and learning in a small group with others, meeting old friends again and making new ones. The location is totally mind-blowing, and the social side of camp also cannot be discounted, we have a lot of fun throughout the week - working hard and playing hard. We also have performance opportunities, not compulsory but useful.Everybody is extremely supportive of each other.
It's a real privilege to be able to attend these camps, and I come back buzzing with ideas - for future practice, tunes to play, tunes to listen to, what I need to do to improve etc etc. A huge thank you to Johnny and Snake for facilitating these wonderful experiences, and to fellow students who all contribute to the absolute pleasure of horn camp.

These Camps are habit forming - be warned! As well as excellent tuition instilling good habits with your instrument you will also just want to keep coming back for more and keep developing your craft. Technique tips in abundance, attention to developing your ear and your musicality and more…..all in a beautiful setting with a super nice host and great mentors. Don’t hesitate to book a week - the places go so fast.

An amazing week in Spain with a fab group of people. Really privileged to learn from the greats! Highly recommended

Just got back from my second stay at Horn camp.It was again an amazing experience. Friendly,relaxed atmosphere ,the tuition is outstanding from Snake and Johnny.
The location picturesque.
The experience is everything you hope it to be and more.

An absolute joy to spend time with snake and john̈ny and good friends made.invaluable tuition- we all left with a warm glow wanting to return!

An Absolute 5 Star Experience, a week whereby your Heroes become good friends 😎 Everything perfectly organised, accommodation 'top notch', best food, friendly, professional, inspirational and a beautiful location.....I'm already booking onto next year's camp, as soon as the new course dates are available 🙏 Do it! Do it! A perfect experience.....Thank you both Snakey & Johnny for another memorable week!! ❤️

I very rarely leave reviews, in fact this is only ever my third one where I have "put pen to paper". But I have just returned from this cornet camp and I must say what a FABULOUS experience from start to finish it has been, and to be honest I am still buzzing. In fact 5 stars are really not nearly enough to rate this unique course. There is absolutely nothing to fault about any aspect of this week away. Having been accepted on this cornet camp, Johnny ensured all pertinent information was provided by means of E-Mails and phone calls if required.
From the moment I landed at Malaga to the moment I left, I can genuinely say every aspect of my week away was just incredible.
On arrival to the villa, which is situated in a most glorious and stunning location of the beautiful Sierra Nevada, Angie immediately made everyone very welcome into her wonderful home. She really is the most amazing and lovely host I have ever met. Absolutely nothing was too much trouble for her and she ensured that we were well catered for, be with it the food at breakfast and lunch or providing blankets of an evening whilst sitting outside by the pool after our evening meals. The evening meals were actually prepared by a lovely mother and her daughter who came to the villa every evening with a great selection of delicious home cooked food. (Except Thursday, I will come to that shortly)
Johnny is a legend and amazing trumpet player and such a humble person and gentleman. I have felt extremely privileged to have spent a week in his company, be that around the villa or when we were out and about. What a fabulous host also.
To spend a week with Tom Hutchinson as your cornet tutor is just an unbelievable experience that I cannot find any words that can actually describe it or do it any justice. Not only is he an awesome cornet player, he is such a genuine chap. He made every part of the course really enjoyable and delivered it in such a way that it met the right level for everyone. The lessons in the morning were spent improving all aspects of playing, from long tones to articulation, vibrato to scales to everything else. There was also ensemble rehearsals to prepare for a mini concert at the end of the week. The whole week was well structured with Tom ensuring all of our playing needs were addressed. He is really great to get on with and quickly makes you feel at ease. He certainly helped me loads in many ways. The afternoons were spent with one to one lessons with Tom. All I can is WOW. Thank you very much Tom.
There were 5 other wonderful players on the camp whose company was second to none and who throughout the week were truly supportive and great fun to be around. We were all off the same mind set, and we soon became comfortable in each others company.
On the Wednesday afternoon there is a break from playing, with the opportunity to go on a walk with Johnny who has a great local knowledge. This is optional and there is definitely no pressure to partake in this activity, however it definitely is worth the effort with plenty of photo opportunities and an ice cold beer en route!!
Thursday evening there is a trip into Granada with Johnny sharing his local knowledge and history facts whilst walking around the City. A fascinating evening, ending up with a superb meal at an amazing restaurant overlooking the stunning Alhambra Palace.
My partner, although a player himself went as a non player. He thoroughly enjoyed his time there, chilling and reading his books around the pool. He was well included by all, with Angie and Johnny being very accommodating and making sure he got the most of his stay.
Thank you all so very much for making this such a FABULOUS week and SUPERB experience.
I would definitely RECOMMEND this course, you will not be disappointed.
I am definitely hoping to be lucky enough to return next year. I cannot wait for the date to be published. Would love to see you all again.
PS. Johnny's book is a GREAT read. Check it out. Has the title "Blown It!!"

Just back from my 2nd Cornet camp with Tom. It was a great week, location, food and Johnny and Angie are the best. Tom is a great teacher and role model, who I consider to be a friend. As for my fellow students, what can I say, banding buddies...

I’m not sure I can top the reviews of the five other participants on my week of horn camp but agree with every word. What a wonderful experience! I arrived feeling rather despondent about my playing, not making progress (and not practicing enough) and left enthused, excited and determined to commit to regular practice. At band practice last night I am convinced I was playing better too!!!
Snake and Johnny were great teachers, inspiring, patient and encouraging, and we covered all sorts of areas from breathing, richness of sound, quality of playing, vibrato and other techniques, ear training, scales, improvisation, organising your practice sessions, mental issues getting in the way, and much, much more.
We were all at different stages of playing but with a common goal, to improve our playing. Within a short time we had bonded and everyone was lovely, supportive, fun, enthusiastic. I hope we’ll all stay in touch.
The house was fantastic, with swimming pool and a terrace above the house where we gathered each morning to greet the sun (along with the neighbours cockerels), look over the valley and hills around and do breathing exercises with Snake. The food was wonderful and the atmosphere relaxing and nurturing.
I return to the U.K. and everyday life after this amazing week with a new determination to improve and the confidence that I can! Missing you all and the Spanish sunshine. I do hope to return one day.

Wow what a wonderful week! I am still on a high 😊
Not sure I can do the experience justice in words, but here goes.
Firstly if you are wondering whether to go to Horn Camp do it, you won’t regret it - it’s amazing!
The teaching from both Snake and Johnny is gentle, nurturing, encouraging, and supportive. They both have the ability to judge where your playing is at and guide you to the next steps, whatever they are for you. Wonderful!
The group is small and because of the ethos and values of the camp, a trusting and safe space to play in-front of others is created immediately. I have enough practice material to last me for months and possibly years as the focus is on the quality of each note and playing beautiful music.
The house is set in a glorious location and Johnny and Snake can’t do enough to make you feel at home. Nothing is too much trouble. We all share meals together and down time together. Truly joyful in every way.
The camp is brilliantly organised from the first few emails after signing up to the information about getting the transfers from the airport, before you leave.
The weds afternoon walk is brilliantly timed as is the Thursday evening in Granada.
The food was wonderful and caters for all needs.
Thank you so so much Johnny and Snake I can’t wait to come back.

an amazing experience - Snake and Johnny were so welcoming, sharing their knowledge, talents and experience. Food was amazing - and fully catered for vegetarian and vegan too, all in a wonderful setting. Learnt so much, lots to take home and master!

Wow - what a wonderful week. I’m still buzzing. I have come away with a clear path towards achieving what I need to improve in my playing and a stack of excellent resources to help me on my way. The expertise of the tutors was utterly inspiring and the positivity and ‘can do’ encouragement spurred every member of this course to play at their best. In such a beautiful, welcoming, nurturing and supportive environment one cannot fail to feel safe enough to play out, experiment with ideas and perform as never before. Enriching on so many levels. I am spurred on to get my playing to the next level so I can return for more.

I really need more than 5 stars to rate this camp! It has genuinely been one of my life best experiences- and I’ve had some good ones!! Watching Snake play live on many occasions was why I wanted to play saxaphone in the first place so to get the opportunity to have a week of his incredible tuition has been both amazing and a privelage. Additional sessions from Johnny, which I didn’t expect, were also invaluable and confidence building - playing with musicality, top tips on practice strategies etc.
I was very anxious on arrival, as I’ve only been playing for a year and was quickly aware that others had 20+ years under their belt. However the other students really added to the experience and were exceptionally supportive and encouraging. Snake and Johnny have a great ability to adapt training to individuals and quickly ascertain learning styles. There is also a mixture of group and individual sessions. They were on hand 24/7 and the atmosphere was one big and very happy family.
Apart from the teaching - the villa with its pool is beautiful and sits in the hills above the lovely village of Monochil. Morning yoga and breathing exercises got the day off to a great start.Meals were incredible and a well stocked beer, wine and other drinks fridge was on hand. A well placed break mid week for an incredible walk through the Los Cahorras gorge was just stunning and a trip out on the penultimate night for a walk around Granada followed by a meal in a lovely restaurant overlooking the Alhambra.
Final great highlight, for which we all felt totally privileged, was our own Snake and Johnny concert.
I have come away buzzing with enthusiasm and excitement with a much greater focus and sense of direction.
I can’t thank Snake and Johnny enough and so look forward to a future visit.
Thankyou Thankyou Thankyou.