Pierre Bensusan’s North American Guitar Mastery Retreat

A rare US-based 3-day acoustic guitar retreat with one of the world’s leading fingerstyle players
📍 "Twin Citties", MN – August 1–3, 2025

For the first time ever, Pierre Bensusan is bringing his acclaimed Residential Guitar Seminar from his home in rural France to the Midwest.

Join a small group of passionate guitarists for a deep, immersive, and inspiring 3-day retreat led by one of the world’s most celebrated acoustic guitarists. This is a rare opportunity to study with Pierre without traveling internationally – right here in the "Twin Cities".

🎟️ Ticket Options

Tuition Only – $575 (Flat)
Includes access to all 18 hours of instruction (for locals or those arranging their own stay)

Tuition + Hotel Package – $975 (Flat)
Includes:

Full tuition (18 hours)
2 nights accommodation (August 1 & 2) at the Holiday Inn
Breakfast both mornings

Please note: accommodation packages are based on discounted group rates and include breakfast. Additional nights must be arranged separately.

What to Expect

18 hours of hands-on group lessons across 3 days
- Focus on fingerstyle acoustic guitar with deep dives into:
  - Right and left-hand techniques
  - Tone, phrasing, rhythm, and musical expression
  - Harmony, chord voicings, and fretboard fluency
  - Creative tools including harmonics, tapping, ornamentation, and more
Tuition is open to intermediate and advanced players – all styles and tunings welcome (not limited to DADGAD)
Small group format (maximum 19 students) to ensure focused attention and interaction

Daily Schedule

Doors open: 9:30 AM
Lessons: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM & 2:30 PM–5:30 PM
Total: 18 hours of group tuition with Pierre across 3 days

Location & Accommodation

The seminar takes place in the Normandale Room at the Holiday Inn Bloomington W MSP Airport:
📍 5120 American Blvd W, Bloomington, MN 55437
✔️ Just 15 minutes from MSP Airport
✔️ Free parking
✔️ Hotel lobby offers 24/7 complimentary tea & coffee
✔️ Breakfast included for overnight guests
✔️ Dining options onsite and within walking distance

About Pierre’s Teaching

Pierre’s teaching style blends structured exercises with spontaneous exploration. The seminar provides a supportive and collaborative environment that encourages personal growth, artistic curiosity, and deeper listening. While rooted in fingerstyle traditions and his own DADGAD compositions, Pierre’s methods are applicable to players using any tuning or stylistic background.

Why Attend?

Study directly with a master in a rare US setting
Accelerate your technique and musical understanding
Be part of a focused, inspiring musical community
No international travel required
Leave refreshed, challenged, and creatively recharged

More Info

Questions? Need more details before registering?
Reach out to us at: dadgadmusic@pierrebensusan.com

🎟️ Secure your spot now — only 19 places available
Come be part of this unique Minneapolis edition of Pierre’s world-renowned residential seminar.