Dates: July 5-6, 2025

Location: Squamish Academy of Music, Squamish, BC

Instructors: Jocelyn Pettit (Fiddle/Step Dance), Rosie Carver (Fiddle), Jeff Faragher (Cello), Jennifer Mauel (Guitar)

Register: Registration is now open! Please fill out the form at the bottom of this page. Payment can be sent by e-transfer to info@jocelynpettit.com. If you would rather pay by cheque or another method, please email to discuss arrangements.

Limited spots. Sign up early!

Saturday Night Concert:

If you would like to reserve tickets for the concert on Saturday July 5th, without attending the Retreat, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page, selecting “Saturday concert only”. Payment can be sent by e-transfer to info@jocelynpettit.com. Thank you!

Time: Doors 7 PM, Concert 7:30 PM

Tickets: $25 Adult, $15 Youth (13-18), Free for kids (12 & under)

Accommodation:
• For those coming from out of town, there are some lovely B&Bs, hotels, and campgrounds in the area.
• The Squamish Estuary and Mamquam River trails offer beautiful views of the mountains! Murrin Loop and the Sea to Sky Gondola trails are other local favourites.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Jocelyn

Schedule:

Saturday, July 5th

10:30 AM Welcome
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Workshop 1
1:00 - 2:00 PM Lunch Break
2:00 - 4:00 PM Workshop 2
7:30 PM Instructor Concert

Sunday, July 6th

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Workshop 3
12:00 - 1:00 PM Lunch Break
1:00 - 2:00 PM Workshop 4 - Electives (Step Dance, Arranging, Guitar Accompaniment)
2:00 - 4:00 PM Recap & Jam Session
6:00 - 8:00 PM Optional: Trad Session at Brackendale Art Gallery

JOCELYN PETTIT:

From the West Coast of British Columbia, Jocelyn Pettit is a vibrant fiddle player, stepdancer, singer, and music educator. As a 5-time Canadian Folk Music Award Nominee, and Western Canadian Music Award Nominee, Jocelyn has released three solo albums, and two duo albums with Ellen Gira.  She has toured across Canada and internationally, appeared on CBC and BBC television and radio, and holds a Master of Music Degree from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

With a passion for sharing the joy of music and dance, Jocelyn has taught classes, workshops, and string programs at numerous schools, camps, and festivals. She is the founder of Coast Mountain Folk, celebrating folk and traditional music through community sessions, workshops & camps in the Sea to Sky Region.

ROSIE CARVER:

Based in Vancouver, Rosie Carver is the founder and director of the West Coast Fiddleheads, and a long-time member of the Celtic folk group, Blackthorn. She also performs with the lovely trio, Triskellion, and with Blackthorn Blossoms; and has appeared as a guest artist with several ensembles and orchestras. With over 30 years of performance and teaching experience, Rosie is a member of the BC Registered Music Teachers Association (BCRMTA) and Associate for the Royal Conservatory of Toronto (ARCT), with a Diploma in Violin Performance.

Rosie and her partner, Michael Viens, founded and launched the Cat Nap Music Camp, which celebrated its 5th Anniversary in 2024.

JEFF FARAGHER:

Based in the Kootenays, and known for his enrapturing performance style, Jeff Faragher is a natural entertainer and one of the region’s most active performers. With extensive training and experience as a classical cellist, he has played as a soloist with Symphony orchestras throughout Western Canada, in addition to playing in several chamber ensembles.  Currently, he is Artistic Director for Symphony of the Kootenays. Jeff spent much of his studies at McGill and the University of Alberta focusing on contemporary styles on the cello, including exploring Celtic, gypsy-jazz, middle-eastern, tango, and flamenco music.

As a music educator, Jeff is passionate about bringing his expertise to the community in a supportive, focused and fun atmosphere.  With more than 25 years of helping cellists reach their goals, Jeff has been inspiring students of all ages, and has worked with many festivals across Western Canada.

JENNIFER MAUEL:

Jennifer Mauel is a guitarist and singer-songwriter based on the West Coast of Canada. Growing up, Jennifer was immersed in Celtic folk music and developed a passion for guitar accompaniment for traditional fiddle music.  This led her to spend time living in Glasgow, Scotland where she learned from the best and brightest of the vibrant Scottish folk scene.

Jennifer will be teaching a Guitar Accompaniment workshop, exploring chord voicings and strumming patterns in Celtic music.

Testimonials:

“…fabulous musicians and excellent teachers!  I learned a ton from them and it was a joyful experience.” — Janice, 2023

“Jocelyn & Ellen are exquisitely talented and professional! Their delightful personalities create a pleasant atmosphere and they are positive and accepting of all making them great teachers!!” — Nanette, 2023

“Jocelyn & Ellen teach tunes in an engaging, organic way!  We felt part of the process step by step as we learnt the nuts and bolts then created a polished finale. These women are able to embrace all levels of play with diverse instrumentation in a quality ensemble setting.  It is rare that such talented performers are also excellent teachers.” — Louise, 2022

Registration

To sign-up, please fill out the form below.

Feel free to contact info@jocelynpettit.com with any questions.