Machito’s Afro-Cuban Percussion Retreat 2027

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20th – 27th June 2027

For the fourth consecutive year, we are honoured to welcome one of the world’s leading masters of Cuban percussion to Finca Ará Oko. Bárbaro Crespo, known as “Machito”, is a ritual drummer and rumbero who comes from a dynasty of folkloric percussionists in Havana. Before moving to Europe, he was also a leading member of the renowned group Osain del Monte.

This retreat includes five days of immersive learning, with four hours of expert tuition each day led by Machito. Through a combination of practical workshops, ensemble playing and cultural insights, participants have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of Afro-Cuban rhythm and tradition.

But what makes this retreat truly special is not only the classes. Much of the magic happens outside the scheduled sessions: the spontaneous jams that emerge after class, the conversations shared around the table, and the impromptu musical moments that naturally unfold throughout the week.

Machito’s deep knowledge, extensive experience and clear, intuitive teaching style — combined with his generosity both inside and outside the formal class setting — have made him an essential part of the spirit and community of Finca Ará Oko.

His warm and encouraging approach creates a welcoming atmosphere where every participant feels supported, inspired and encouraged to grow musically.

Bookings for 2027 are now open with a discount of £50. To secure your place, a non-refundable deposit of £150 is required. We recommend booking early, as places are limited and this retreat fills quickly. Price will increase by £50 after April 20th 2027.


Hébergement et Prix

Prix :
Le prix comprend sept nuits d'hébergement, trois repas par jour, et cinq jours x quatre heures de cours, ainsi que des temps de pratique et la possibilité d'une jam session live dans notre bar local. (Veuillez trouver ci-dessous les frais non inclus.)

CHAMBRE INDIVIDUELLE: £925

CHAMBRE PARTAGÉE: 825 £. Chaque chambre est partagée par 2 à 3 personnes.

CAMPING DE LUXE : Earlybird 720 £. Chaque tente est partagée par deux personnes.


Ce qui est inclus :

    • 4 heures de cours x 5 jours plus temps de pratique.
    • 7 nuits d'hébergement.
    • Trois repas par jour.
    • Hébergement – partagé, chambres individuelles ou glamping.
    • Accès aux tambours.
    • Une opportunité de jouer la dernière nuit dans un bar local.
    • La chance de séjourner dans une belle ferme dans la campagne spectaculaire, loin des distractions de la vie quotidienne.

Non inclus :
Pour plus d'informations sur les points ci-dessous, veuillez visiter notre informations de voyage page.

    • Vols
    • Transferts aéroportuaires :
    • Assurance voyage
    • Nuits d'hébergement supplémentaires : 50 € par nuit
    • Repas supplémentaires : 5 € -20 par jour
    • Alcool

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Coordonnées bancaires :
Victoria Rosemary Jassey
Bombo ProductionsSort
code : 04-00-03
Numéro de compte : 10614012

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Bénéficiaire : Victoria Rosemary Jassey
IBAN : GB44 REVO 0099 7089 4931 33
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Photo de profil Merle Hensel
Merle Hensel
il y a 4 jours
What an amazing singing retreat! Set in the beautiful mountains of Spain, the whole experience was just magical. We stayed at a gorgeous finca with the loveliest hosts, Vicky and David, who made us feel so welcome. The singing sessions were brilliant — lots of great singing, laughter and fun, with such a lovely group atmosphere. And the food was absolutely delicious, thanks to the wonderful Italian cook, Kiara! A really special few days in a beautiful setting. I came home feeling happy, inspired and definitely singing a little louder! Would absolutely recommend.
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Julia Polonio
il y a 2 semaines
An excellent Afro-Cuban singing retreat in an exceptional setting, with wonderful teachers and hosts. I not only recommend it, I will definitely be back. Thank you for making everything so easy and natural.
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u.j. hensel
il y a 2 semaines
Excellent retreat ! Great people to explore music with ❤! The house and grounds are very peaceful; the week was fun and restorative for me. I recommend it!
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Arantxa Casado
il y a 2 semaines
What a fantastic experience this Afro-Cuban singing retreat was! The setting was wonderful, and the professionals were excellent! Thank you so much, Vicky and David, for teaching us these beautiful songs.
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MSadler Coder
il y a 2 semaines
Fantastic unique experience - great music - great community - I will never forget
Photo de profil Andreas Sarvamangalam
Andreas Sarvamangalam
il y a 2 semaines
We have done a great week. Vicky and dave gave all their love and power to creat community with wonderfull songs. We really succeded to learn that dificult stuff! And in the end even everybody song a solo voice! What big steps forward!
Super endroit, paysages magnifiques, gens sympathiques et musique encore meilleure. Je le recommande vivement aux débutants et à tous ceux qui veulent profiter de la musique latine. Une très bonne expérience.
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Anne Martin
il y a 5 mois
I can't imagine a better holiday. Beautiful location, lovely warm people, great food and fantastic music making.
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Laura Valenti
il y a 1 an
I absolutely loved spending time with Vicky and Dave and a fantastic group learning Afro-Cuban songs! The food was super tasty and nourishing, and the views from the finca, overlooking the sea, with golden skies and the Milky Way, were truly unforgettable. But what I loved most was spending time with these amazing human beings, who are genuinely devoted to music, teaching, and community-making in such a fun, humble, down to earth and heartfelt way. These are qualities I’ve rarely found in teachers, so meeting Vicky and Dave felt like a precious gift that brought a lot of joy into my life. I can’t wait to go back. Thank you!