This in-person group, led by Brenda Castles, meets once each day M-F and is included as part of an In-Person registration, however the group is open to the community. Thanks to our sponsors and supporters this activity is free and open to the community.

• Open to the community for five afternoon sessions (does not conflict with the Flute Choir). Please send us an email to confirm your attendance
  
• Refer to the schedule for updated time and location

This in-person group, led by Andra Bohnet, meets once each day M-F and is included as part of an In-Person registration, however the group is open to the community. Drop-ins and single sessions not available as each class will build on the previous day. You'll need a flute @440, and have the basics of playing in-hand. Modern Boehm flutes (piccolo, tenor, alto, bass) and wooden flutes in D are all welcome. Thanks to our sponsors and supporters, this activity is free and open to the community.

• Open to the community for five afternoon sessions (does not conflict with the Sea Aires Choir). Please send us an email to confirm your attendance so you can receive music in advance.
• Refer to the schedule for updated times and locations

We welcome kids age 8-12 for a magical week exploring traditional music, dance and crafts.

Registration coming soon!

The Boxwood 2026 full schedule is now available below; it's expected that some of the workshops may change based on interest. Additional breakout sessions can/will be scheduled. If there is something you'd like to suggest or add, let us know! As the schedule may change and will be automatically updated online, please use the direct link for the 2026 schedule.

Lodging: is not included in the registration price. Due to changing dynamics, we're no longer able to offer participant billeting with local hosts, however there are more accommodation options than ever in the Lunenburg area and we may have some reasonable accommodation options available.

Please explore some of these excellent resources to find the lodging that suits your budget and requirements:
• Lunenburg Campground
• Nova Scotia Tourism
• Airbnb Lunenburg Vacation Rentals
• TripAdvisor - Lunenburg

Meals: Boxwood is providing four meals during the week on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday all sourced from local organic producers. For the remaining two meals during the week, support the many wonderful restaurants, eateries, and small independent grocers in Lunenburg the surrounding area! Concerts and jam sessions will be licensed for beer & wine available for purchase.

Transport: We're here to help coordinate transportation from Halifax and the Halifax Robert Stanfield  Airport (YHZ). We can either connect you with someone who is already driving down, or coordinate a shuttle at a reasonable price. Let us know how we can help get you here.

Thanks to our generous and thoughtful donors, Boxwood is pleased to continue its scholarship program. The Mike Grinter Memorial Young Artists Scholarship program offers tuition assistance for this year’s festival in Lunenburg, NS. Mike, a great friend and master craftsman dedicated his lifetime’s work to making flutes of the highest calibre from his workshops in Chewton, Ennis & Thailand. In memory of Mike, and in honour of his work, we're continuing our scholarship in his name. The 2026 scholarship is open to all applicants who will be under 30 years of age as of 1 August, 2026. Scholarships are open to players of all instruments as well as singers and dancers. In order to accommodate as many people as possible, scholarships may be awarded to cover a portion of the tuition. Those wishing to apply should send a letter describing their musical journey thus far and provide a sample of their playing or singing. Please email your application before 15 June 2026. Accommodation during the weekend is the responsibility of the recipient.

The Work Study option is a great way to reduce the cost of tuition, meet other participants and have fun while helping out. You'll work approximately 12 hours during the course of the week, about 2 hours/day in the late afternoon or evenings so as not to miss class time. Tasks are related to logistics, set-up, prep, and clean-up for events and catering. You'll experience the satisfaction of being part of the Boxwood Team; a friendly, easy-going bunch that moves fast to get things done, and back to the music. Work Study participants should plan to be present at the Lunenburg & District Fire Hall at 1pm on Sunday July 21 to get organized and oriented. Thanks for lending a hand to make it a great week! - see you then.

For In-Person Full Registrations, including Work-Study options, full payment is due no later than 4 weeks prior to the start of the festival (June 21, 2026). Sea Aires Choir and Boxwood Flute Choir may register up to 2-weeks prior. Cancellations requested 30 days in advance will receive a full refund less a $50 administrative fee.