October 22-25, 2026

Join us for a long weekend of all things harmonica—world-class instructors, classes, jams, and a concert, too.

I am hosting my fifth annual harmonica workshop, Harmonica Northwest on October 22-25, 2026. I have recruited a staff of instructors who are not only world-class musicians but stellar teachers and people as well. Joining for the fourth consecutive year will be Joe Filikso and Ross Garren. Aki Kuimar will join us for the second year, and Nathan James will be joining our staff for the first time. The instructors and I will help you reach the next level in your harmonica playing and performing.

Harmonica Northwest is held in a spectacular venue—the Menucha Retreat and Conference center—a former private estate perched on a bluff above the stunning Columbia River Gorge in Oregon.

You’ll arrive on Thursday afternoon and be welcomed by Kim and staff, and introduced to each other. Friday and Saturday will be filled with classes, individualized instruction, delicious meals, evening jam sessions, and harmonica fellowship designed to help you take your harmonica playing to the next level. On Saturday night the instructors will perform a special show demonstrating the harmonica’s incredible versatility. After breakfast on Sunday and some final music making, we’ll disband and return home inspired and even more in love with the world’s most popular instrument.

Come join us in 2026!

Go here for more information on the event, including registration: Harmonica Northwest – Menucha Retreat and Conference Center