Greetings!
We are thrilled to share the details of our second edition of "The Gathering" - a one-of-a-kind musical odyssey in Greece, taking place this summer from 31 July - 6 August. From the creators of Sound & Silence Festival, this newly designed music RETREAT focuses on the creative process, calling together highly skilled multi-instrumentalists and improvisational savants who will serenade us with otherworldly performances each night. Many of them will also lead us in high powered workshops each morning as well.
We are thrilled to share the details of our second edition of "The Gathering" - a one-of-a-kind musical odyssey in Greece, taking place this summer from 31 July - 6 August. From the creators of Sound & Silence Festival, this newly designed music RETREAT focuses on the creative process, calling together highly skilled multi-instrumentalists and improvisational savants who will serenade us with otherworldly performances each night. Many of them will also lead us in high powered workshops each morning as well.
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Check out our video of last years The Gathering in Corfu
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This retreat is also designed to be deeply relaxing and rejuvenating, using yoga (with live music), sound healing, music themed workshops, and instrumental meditations to bring about deep peace and healing.
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More of a refined holiday retreat than a festival, we will spend our mornings and evenings experiencing the joys of inspiring artistry and delightful activities, while most of our afternoons are free to enjoy a massage, a swim in Corfu's soothing seas, or a simple siesta. Dinners are recommended along one of Arillas' many seaside restaurants and cafés.
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Our home for the week is the Corfu Buddha Hall, one of Europe's premier retreat centers. Spacious and sitting on a mountain top blanketed with olive and cypress trees, the Buddha Hall offers not only incredible views, but a rare combination of excellent group spaces. One of the only retreat centers in the world that boasts a large air-conditioned indoor space, as well as a sizeable outdoor music venue. You can be sure that we will make a lot of magic in both of them. This place is exquisite!
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And all of this happens in Arillas, one of the worlds fastest growing spirit centers and wellness destinations. It will not take long for you to see why, the place is magnetic and the energy there is simply wonderful.
Side note - while the Buddha Hall easily fits 200+ people, we are limiting our group size to 50-60 people, much less than 50% capacity, so that we maintain intimacy while also giving space to those who need it.
Side note - while the Buddha Hall easily fits 200+ people, we are limiting our group size to 50-60 people, much less than 50% capacity, so that we maintain intimacy while also giving space to those who need it.
Meet Our Musicians
"When mastery is near, the songs disappear, and all becomes music." What is Mastery? Some say it's 10,000 hours of deliberate practice. Others say it's a gift that you are born with. We believe it's both. What happens when you practice 20,000 hours or more? Basically you get this group below!
We have assembled a sweet, passionate and versatile team of musical artists, an inspiring and illustrious group with the ability to improvise and make breathtaking music on the spot, alone and as a group. Together they will offer concerts, instrumental meditations, sound healing journeys, musical workshops and more.
We love the element of surprise this group gives us, you never know what magic is just around the corner...
Hover on each pic to see names of each artist. Click on the pic to visit their website:
We have assembled a sweet, passionate and versatile team of musical artists, an inspiring and illustrious group with the ability to improvise and make breathtaking music on the spot, alone and as a group. Together they will offer concerts, instrumental meditations, sound healing journeys, musical workshops and more.
We love the element of surprise this group gives us, you never know what magic is just around the corner...
Hover on each pic to see names of each artist. Click on the pic to visit their website:
And Now Meet Our:
Yoga Teachers
Six mornings, six extraordinary teachers. When they say "Rise & Shine", this is what they are talking about, no better way to start the day! These yogis are experts in multiple disciplines and will be guiding their students on an "intuitive yoga" experience, based on what is needed in the moment.
What About The Program?
Regarding the program, it will be relaxed yet inspiring, a balanced blend of carefully curated musical offerings, being added to yoga classes, workshops and of course breathtaking evening performances. five days and six nights of wonderful music that will have you feeling uplifted, while also leaving you plenty of time to enjoy the cozy atmosphere of Arillas and its beautiful surroundings.
Here is a sample of the Daily Schedule:
Official Program will be published in the Spring.
*Afternoons are free, however, we will be offering some spontaneous and fun activities/workshops throughout the week.
*Afternoons are free, however, we will be offering some spontaneous and fun activities/workshops throughout the week.
Ready to Fly?!
Booking Details
Easy Two Step Booking Process:
Step 1: Book your Gathering Pass now -
Winter Melody - €555 (stage ends 20 March) Pricing stage has ended
Spring Jingle - €669 (ends 21 June) Pricing stage has ended
Summer Song - €777 (ends 24 July)
Better late than never - €888 (last week only)
>> 3 payment options: Credit Card, PayPal and Bank Transfers. For those who choose to do a bank transfer the booking fee is removed. To do a bank transfer please email our office and we will provide you with our details - thegatheringcorfu@gmail.com
> Payment plans are also possible for the Gathering ticket, please email our office for details.
Step 2: Buddha Hall Retreat Package (required - pay later) - €300
>> 2 payment options: Cash or Bank Transfer. Paid directly to the Buddha Hall during registration on 31 July (in cash) or no later than 24 July by bank transfer.
> BH Retreat Package includes meals twice daily (breakfast & lunch) with one dinner also provided on the opening evening, as well as an extra breakfast on the last day (6 Aug).
> BH Package also includes office support (ie. booking accommodation, airport transfers, car hire etc) and free LOCAL shuttle service, running several times daily between the Buddha Hall and the hotels around Arillas Beach. After booking, email the BH office team and they will support you to book accommodation: office@corfubuddhahall.com
Please Note: Flights, accommodation and airport transfers are NOT included in the price. Dinners not included, except for the opening evening.
Practical Details:
Date: 31 July to 6 August 2022
Location: The Corfu Buddha Hall in Arillas, Corfu, Greece
Max Capacity: Limited to 60 people
Covid Restrictions?
ALL Covid restrictions in Greece have been lifted! No masks or tests required, not even on flights.
For more details, including everything in the Buddha Hall retreat package and the cost breakdown, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions Page: FAQ
Step 1: Book your Gathering Pass now -
Winter Melody - €555 (stage ends 20 March) Pricing stage has ended
Spring Jingle - €669 (ends 21 June) Pricing stage has ended
Summer Song - €777 (ends 24 July)
Better late than never - €888 (last week only)
>> 3 payment options: Credit Card, PayPal and Bank Transfers. For those who choose to do a bank transfer the booking fee is removed. To do a bank transfer please email our office and we will provide you with our details - thegatheringcorfu@gmail.com
> Payment plans are also possible for the Gathering ticket, please email our office for details.
Step 2: Buddha Hall Retreat Package (required - pay later) - €300
>> 2 payment options: Cash or Bank Transfer. Paid directly to the Buddha Hall during registration on 31 July (in cash) or no later than 24 July by bank transfer.
> BH Retreat Package includes meals twice daily (breakfast & lunch) with one dinner also provided on the opening evening, as well as an extra breakfast on the last day (6 Aug).
> BH Package also includes office support (ie. booking accommodation, airport transfers, car hire etc) and free LOCAL shuttle service, running several times daily between the Buddha Hall and the hotels around Arillas Beach. After booking, email the BH office team and they will support you to book accommodation: office@corfubuddhahall.com
Please Note: Flights, accommodation and airport transfers are NOT included in the price. Dinners not included, except for the opening evening.
Practical Details:
Date: 31 July to 6 August 2022
Location: The Corfu Buddha Hall in Arillas, Corfu, Greece
Max Capacity: Limited to 60 people
Covid Restrictions?
ALL Covid restrictions in Greece have been lifted! No masks or tests required, not even on flights.
For more details, including everything in the Buddha Hall retreat package and the cost breakdown, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions Page: FAQ
See you in Corfu for the time of your life!
While deep healing and transformation is always a natural and delightful part of our journey together, we seek to enjoy simple being, sparks of creativity and the joys of friendship and community. Our focus will be on finding a balance between active listening, playful engagement and inner silence.
Not as rigid as a retreat, not as wild as a festival, we will find our flow somewhere in the middle.
We are looking forward to celebrating some blissful summer days on the island we all love so much. Singing, dancing, meditating, enjoying sunsets, starry skies, and healthy, (delicious!) food are all predictable. But the real treasures will come from the spontaneous magic we will experience together. All are welcome, all are invited, the water is warm, jump in!
Not as rigid as a retreat, not as wild as a festival, we will find our flow somewhere in the middle.
We are looking forward to celebrating some blissful summer days on the island we all love so much. Singing, dancing, meditating, enjoying sunsets, starry skies, and healthy, (delicious!) food are all predictable. But the real treasures will come from the spontaneous magic we will experience together. All are welcome, all are invited, the water is warm, jump in!