Would you enjoy having time to express your Creativity, away from your busy Life and busy mind?
Would you like to feel light, free, creative, surrounded by warm air and warm people?
Wellbeing and Inspiration Songwriting Haven (W.I.S.H.) in Bali is a unique, Luxury Wellbeing Experience that gives all of us the opportunity to connect with ourselves, the people around us and the culture of Bali through our individual and shared creativity.
An open mind is all you need.
No Music experience is required.
Songwriting and exploring Music together in the natural, soothing and re-energising environment of Bali will fill you with a sense of calm, joy and replenish your Wellbeing, Wellness and Balance.
By the end of our shared experiences, we will have explored Melody, Storytelling & Lyrics, Harmony, Groove & Rhythm through games and fun. And, you will have written and performed 2 of your own songs.
We will be led, with kindness in learning and sharing by Xantoné Blacq - Composer // Songwriter // Performer with 28 years of international experience.
At Wellbeing and Inspiration Songwriting Haven (W.I.S.H.) in Bali you will enjoy a variety of Balinese Immersion Experiences curated by Indonesian Designer and Stylist, Rena Arum. These will include Balinese Hindu Blessings, Nutritional Guidance based on Balinese traditions, Open Air Readings of Indonesian Folk Tales, a Fashion Show and a Balinese Food Tasting session.
Balinese
Food Tasting
Open Air Reading
Of Indonesian Folk Tales
Fashion Show
Nutritional Guidance
John Meldrum | Songwriting Instructor | ATLA Music School | Paris, France
“We have just had Xan Blacq over for a Masterclass / Performance session and he was a hit with our students and the teaching staff. Mathieu Wilmann, Pedagogy Coordinator at ATLA said it was one of the top two Masterclasses of the current academic year.”
Iñigo Corcuera | Director | MrJam CMM Music School | Bilbao, Spain
“As a modern music school having the opportunity to host a musician like Xantoné Blacq is a dream. We have made many Masterclasses with the biggest names in the industry but Xan is really special.”
Adam Biggs | Jazz Lecturer Department of Music | Bath Spa University | Bath, UK
“We recently had the pleasure of Xantoné Blacq and his quartet for a workshop and concert performance. It was fantastic!”
Dir. Mag. Ernst Ritsch | Academic and Managing Director | Vienna Music Institute | Vienna, Austria
“Xantoné Blacq's workshop was everything we had hoped for..... and much more! We all had a blast and the VMI is still buzzing even now.”
Vicky Schaetzinger | Owner | Cluster Music School | Milan, Italy
“The biggest THANK YOU goes to Xantoné Blacq for the amazing experience that was the masterclass at the Cluster Music School. It was a huge inspirational meeting and we hope to repeat as soon as we can!”
Luca Pellizzaro | Owner | Altramusica Music School | Vicenza, Italy
“For Xan there are no Masters… but surely he’s a music-guru. We recently had him here at Altramusica (Italy) for a masterclass and Xan shared musical ideas in a natural and not self-asserting way as most Pros do these days...As some of our students said: it was THE masterclass of the year! So, if you want to master your skill and develop your potential: go for Xan!”
With 20 years of Teaching and a Music career spanning over a quarter of a century to date... Xantoné Blacq is a Creative Force who in addition to his original Music has collaborated with artists including Amy Winehouse, Mark Ronson, Earth Wind & Fire, Emeli Sandé, Laura Mvula, Jessie J, Nigel Kennedy and more.
He has also worked on the productions // campaigns of international brands including The BBC, Amazon, LG, Brewdog, Huggies, CNN. Out of over 900 applicants for BBC Open Music, Xantoné was chosen as one of the 30 people successfully accepted. He teaches Masterclasses in Creativity internationally, is a Senator at The Ivors Academy and a Yamaha Music Endorsed Artist.
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Xantoné has performed at leading Music events including, The Grammy Awards, Glastonbury, Montreux Jazz Festival, London Jazz Festival, Lollapalooza and in territories as varied as Brazil, China, Germany, The Caribbean, France, South Korea, UK, Indonesia, US and more.
Wellbeing and Inspiration Songwriting Haven (W.I.S.H) in Bali will take place within Sumberkima Hill Luxury Retreat, a private villa retreat on a stunning location and our Haven that is perfectly placed between the jungle, mountains and sea.
Wellbeing & Inspiration Songwriting Haven
Sumberkima Hill Luxury Retreat
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Sumberkima Hill Luxury Retreat has received many accolades including being named the "Best Villa to Book in Bali". It is often highlighted as a "hidden gem" with praise for its beautiful landscapes, friendly locals, private villas, great food, and stunning views in an area known for its untouched nature.
Celebrated for ‘Top diving and snorkeling. The villas offer luxury and a Balinese atmosphere with a private infinity edge pool. You can enjoy the privacy of an individual villa, but still have resort type services at your disposal. Perfect place to explore this side of Bali.’
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
4 Days of 4 hour Songwriting, Creativity and Inspiration sessions
Welcome Drinks
Welcome Dinner
Mid Session Refreshments
Closing Celebration Dinner
Community and Cultivating New Relationships
Balinese Immersion Experiences
Balinese Rituals - Meditation, Beliefs and Mythologies
Daily open air reading of Balinese Folk Tales
Food Tasting // Balinese snacks and delicacies from local businesses
Fashion show and Batik showcase of Balinese // Indonesian Designers
Nutritional Talk // Sumberkima Hill Chef // Farmer
WHAT YOU’RE FREE TO DECIDE AND ARRANGE
Your Accommodation at Sumberkima Hill Luxury Retreat
Your Flights
All Your Meals Not Listed Above
Your Local Transportation