Situated on the West Coast of Scotland and surrounded by beautiful highland scenery, Highland Music Holidays are based in the charming coastal village of Dornie. With classic views of the Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle. Highland Music Holidays offer a unique and relaxing setting to further your musical interest, knowledge, technique and enjoyment.

For music lovers of all ages and standards our vastly experienced tutors will share their specialist knowledge, and provide inspiration and encouragement in these glorious surroundings.We also offer places for those who enjoy listening to music and watching the music learning process as well as the impromptu holiday concerts which are an all important part of music making.

And, when the music stops we treat you to some of Scotland's finest sights and experiences; castle visits locally and on Skye, the world famous Inverewe Gardens,unspoiled Brochs in Glenelg,Otter and Seal watching and even a distillery tour for those with a taste for the Scottish nectar!

If you have even more energy there are a host of walks and attractions in the surrounding Kintail area.

You will be staying in pleasant small hotel accommodation on a half board basis.

Here is an outline of the holidays offered by Highland Music Holidays in 2008.........

See Holidays for more detail

Harps on Raasay Island with Anne Macdearmid August 9th- 15th

Anne Macdearmid is the finest exponant of Scottish harp music and has an unique knowledge of music and songs from the highland region Skye and Raasay.Those who have taken part in music courses tutored by Anne before will know how much fun you can have working hard at playing music on holiday!

Raasay Island, just a small ferry ride from Skye, is an enchanting place full of history and quietness. The holiday will be based in The Isle of Raasay Hotel. http://www.isleofraasayhotel.co.uk/ Highland Music holidays want you to enjoy every aspect of your holiday - music, food, quality accommodation and so much more... 'The Raasay Holiday is also open for observers and non players for just £25 per session!'(conditions apply - please 'phone 01599 555 739 for details

Harp Music from Around the World with Margaret Knight August 2nd - 8th and 16th - 22nd

Margaret has a completely fresh approach to playing and enjoying the harp. She will draw from workshops she has given in Australia and America to introduce a more creative enjoyment of the instrument whilst giving an excellent grounding for good harp technique.Her fun and enthusiasm is infectious!

Music Appreciation Holiday July 26th - August 1st 2008

A relaxing holiday for anyone who loves listening to classical music, eating fine food, enjoying beautiful scenery, meeting fellow music lovers, visiting historical sites and simply taking a music filled wonderful break. Go on - let your ears and eyes and taste buds be pampered!

Photograph of Eilean Donan Castle by courtesy of Visit Scotland