Welcome to the New England Songwriters Retreat!

Welcome to the New England Songwriters Retreat, hosted by Ellis Paul!
Each year, we gather a collection of our favorite master songwriters in Chester, CT to work with 100 students who want to take a deep dive into the heart of their craft. It’s an intense, joyful, cathartic experience, that leaves everyone who enters a better artist, including the Instructors! Everyone departs the weekend inspired and energized, with new songs, new ideas, and new friendships.​
We are thrilled to announce that we will be running TWO retreats again in 2024!
NESR 8A: Fri Aug 23 - Tue Aug 27 (2024)
NESR 8B: Fri Aug 30 - Tue Sep 3 (2024) - Labor Day weekend
There are engaging classes, student concerts, one-on-one mentoring meetings, song circles, and a vibrant community that will embrace the best version of your artistic self.
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This year's Instructor lineup includes:​
🎉 As always, me-Ellis Paul
🎉 As always, your Den Mama and songlover-Laurie MacAllister (of Red Molly)
🎉 NEW TO NESR! Juno award winner-Lynn Miles!
🎉 NEW TO NESR! Grammy-nominated-Seth Glier!
🎉 NESR 2 & 3 ALUM! Legendary entertainer-Vance Gilbert!
🎉 NESR 3 ALUM! Guitar whiz-Eben Pariser!​
Our home for the weekend is in Chester CT, at Guest House Retreat and Conference Center, an historic inn. The accommodations are quaint and cozy, with a B&B vibe. OR you can commute from your CT home or a nearby hotel. The food is delicious, with plenty of healthy vegetarian options. Late summer/early fall is a perfect time to be in New England!
What better gift could you give the songwriter/artist in you?
TO ATTEND NESR 8, simply fill out the Pre-Enrollment Questionnaire (PEQ): bit.ly/PEQ-to-...
More info: www.newengland...
I hope you’ll join us!
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-Ellis