In order to be fully registered for the Retreat, you must:
1. fill out a registration form
2. pay the $100 deposit by June 1st
3. new participants must an audition recording or video by July 15th.
Please be sure to fill out a registration form so we get all your details, like what instrument you will be playing, etc.
On-line registration link: https://arabicmusicretreat.org/register-online-for-the-2024-retreat/
Printed registration form and brochure. You can download and print this and fill it out, then mail it to the address below if you prefer. : https://arabicmusicretreat.org/2024-printed-brochure-with-registration-form/
Final payments are due by July 15, 2024. See below for payment links.
2024 – Arabic Music Retreat Fees:
The fee for the Retreat is based on your choice of housing. If you are staying on campus, the Retreat fee covers all classes, activities, housing, and meals, starting with dinner on August 10th and ending with lunch on August 17th. For those staying off campus, “commuters”, the fee covers all classes and activities, as well as lunches and dinners beginning with dinner on August 10th and ending with lunch on August 17th. (Note: commuters have breakfast on their own.)
Housing Options:
Willits Hallowell Conference Center – Shared double hotel room (with two queen or double beds) in an air-conditioned hotel room with private bath. $1,502 per person. Note: WILLITS HALLOWELL ROOMS ARE NOW FULL. If you choose Willits for your housing, we will put you on a waiting list, but please note your second choice in the comment section of your registration form.
Dormitory Single Room – Single room in a non-air-conditioned dormitory. Shared bath. $1,328 per person.
Dormitory Shared Double Room – Shared double room in a non-air-conditioned dormitory. Shared bath. $1,219 per person.
Commuter Rate – Fee covers all classes and events, as well as lunches and dinners (breakfasts are on your own) $1,126 per person
Room mates: If you are planning to share a room with another participant, please let us know that person’s name as soon as possible. If you don’t have a room mate in mind, we will assign you one.
Do you snore at night? : If you know that you snore at night, please be considerate and reserve a single dorm room. If you disturb your room mate you will be moved to another room and if you are in Willits you will be moved to a single dorm room.
Payment Deadlines:
A $100 deposit is due by June 1, 2024 to reserve your spot. The balance is due by July 15, 2024. No refunds will be given after July 25, 2024 under any circumstances.
To pay by credit card please use the payment links below, choosing your housing option for each payment type.
Pay your initial deposit by June 1, 2024 using the link below
Pay your deposit here
Pay the balance of your Retreat Fee using the link below.
Choose your housing option to get the correct fee balance.
Pay your fee balance here
Pay another amount – such as the full fee, or other partial payment using the link below.
Pay another amount here
To pay by check:
Make your check out to Arab American Arts Institute and mail it to:
Arabic Music Retreat
P.O. Box 413
Jefferson, Maine 04348
Note: Make sure the check is made out to “Arab American Arts Institute” – No abbreviations please
If you have trouble making your payments please contact arabicmusicretreat@gmail.com