A Songwriter’s Retreat hosted by Sunny Jim

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Sunny Jim has called Osprey, Florida home since 2001 when he left the Cayman Islands to enjoy paradise in the U.S.  A multiple award winner from the Troprock Music Association, he travels the country performing his original music. But James  is always happy to come home to Southwest Florida where he has part of the local music scene for many years. Among his favorite memories are performing with his good friend and fellow songwriter, Jim Morris, who lived in Punta Gorda, Florida.

Born in Oklahoma, raised in Arizona, and currently a resident of Gulf Shores, Alabama, Brent Burns is a poet laureate of the beach.  A decorated combat veteran, Brent is the first American entertainer to perform for troops overseas after September 11, 2001. 

A Trop Rock Music Awards winner,  Brent has been named Entertainer of the Year. Songwriter of the Year, and several of his CDs have been named CD of the Year.  He has also received a special Wave Award for his charitable work.

As a singer/songwriter Jimi's original tunes are a blend of Americana meets Folk/Rock and they bring out his love of tropical places. His covers and originals are influenced by the early 70’s singer/songwriter movement. Jimi also picks classic rock gems and gives them his acoustic treatment.  Jimi Pappas has six CDs of original music, and he as won four TRMA Music Awards: the Horizon Award in 2012, Song of the Year, Musician of the Year in 2013 and 2014.

From Singapore to Key West, Manhattan to the Caribbean, crowds of all ages and nationalities have seen John Patti bring the steel pan to the forefront of musical entertainment. Whether in a solo performance or collaboration with bands, John’s intriguing stories and skillful performance leaves long lasting and memorable impressions with any audience.  

 Beth grew up sailing on Nantucket Sound and listening to Jimmy Buffett tunes. To pursue her love of music, She moved to Nashville and became a writer and a session musician/singer.  Beth toured with Ray Stevens and played with other national acts before opting out of the grind for a few years and joining the American Red Cross where she taught first responder skills and worked at overseas military facilities.  

 As a sailor, Dave knows the waterways and beaches of the Great Lakes, Chesapeake Bay, New England and the Gulf of Mexico.  As a musician, Dave has deep connections to the  Nashville music scene.  He built his first recording studio  there in the 1980"s. He has now built a recording studio in Englewood, where he and  Beth Travers have established MFG Records and MFG Tropical Nashville.

We have a limited number of beachfront accommodations just for our VIPs, on beautiful Nokomis Beach known for its stunning sunsets. Special events are planned for our VIP guests and artists here.

This VIP package also Includes:

• Pizza Party Meet n' Greet
• Poolside Dinner/Concert
• Saturday Finale Dinner/Concert
• Preferred seating at concerts
• Entry into artist workshops
• Champagne Brunch with Artists
• Special Gift
• Shuttle service to main hotel 
• Entry into a special prize drawing

PRICING BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY - 3 NIGHTS (THURS/FRI/SAT) + TAXES AND FEES*

Pool View Rooms have great views of  the Resort Pool and Sundeck from private patios or balconies. Choose from a King bed or two Queen beds. The rooms feature large walk-in showers and mini-fridges.

Mainland Hotel Packages Include:   

• Pizza Party Meet n' Greet
• Poolside Dinner/Concert
• Saturday Finale Dinner/Concert
• Entry into Artists Workshops
• Special Gift

PRICING BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY - 3 NIGHTS (THURS/FRI/SAT) + TAXES AND FEES*

If you are lucky enough to live in our area, 

you love the lifestyle and Troprock music. 

To join all the fun we've got planned this weekend, and still sleep in your own bed,  check out our Locals Package.

Locals package includes:

•  Pizza Party Meet n' Greet  
•  Poolside Dinner & Concert 
•  Saturday Finale Dinner/Concert
• Entry into Artists Workshop
• Special Gift

Friday night we'll enjoy the individual singer songwriters perform their own music on the poolside stage of the hotel. (This photo is from our 2022 event) Guests will also enjoy a buffet dinner poolside.

Saturday night is the weekend finale where new music is presented by the songwriters as a group in the ballroom of the hotel. There will also be a special tribute to Jim Morris in the final set. (This  photo is from our 2020 event). The event includes a buffet dinner.