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Our Mission
At Between the Strings, our mission is to build a living, creative community in El Remate, Guatemala—where music, culture, and nature come together to inspire connection and transformation.
Rooted in a partnership between Casa Caléndula and Finca Entre las Cuerdas, we offer a space for artists, educators, locals, and travelers to gather, create, and grow. Through music education programs that blend Mayan traditions with modern theory, hands-on collaboration with indigenous instrument makers, and regenerative land stewardship, we celebrate the power of culture to unite people across generations and borders.
Operating between Colorado, California, and Guatemala, Between the Strings Project is uniquely positioned to foster cross-cultural exchange and access diverse resources, making our work eligible for U.S.-based grants and funding while deeply rooted in the local community of El Remate.
As a nonprofit, we are committed to inclusivity, access, and the belief that music is a universal language—one that can build bridges, heal communities, and spark lasting change.
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About Us
Where vision takes root and community takes form.
Born in the mountains of Colorado and now rooted in El Remate, Guatemala, Between The Strings Project is a global network of musicians, builders, educators, and artists co-creating across borders and cultures.
Our presence bridges two living spaces:
– Casa Caléndula, a five-bedroom villa and art house hosting creative residencies and gatherings.
– Finca Entre las Cuerdas, a 1.93-hectare creative farm and homestead-in-progress, designed for long-term sustainability, music-making, and community life.
We are proud partners of visionary allies like Gibson Gives and Rick Turner Guitars, with more collaborations emerging in harmony.
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Our Spaces
Casa Caléndula is a vibrant five-bedroom villa reimagined as a creative sanctuary. With workshops, shared meals, and space for connection, it brings artists and locals together to learn, create, and celebrate.
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Finca Entre las Cuerdas is a 1.93-hectare creative homestead in development. Envisioned as a space for sustainability, music-making, and community living, it invites hands-on learning and rooted connection to the land.
5-Bedroom
Jungle Villa Turned Creative Sanctuary
Hands-On Workshops Rooted in Tradition
Proven Hub for Artistic Collaboration
1.93-Hectare Regenerative Jungle Retreat-in-Progress
Eco-Inspired Expansion in Progress
Land-Based Learning & Creative Immersion
Educational Projects
Our educational initiatives are rooted in cultural exchange, creative expression, and community empowerment. From music and art to workshops and collaborative events, Between the Strings Project works closely with Indigenous communities in El Remate and Ixlú to cultivate spaces of learning that honor tradition while inspiring innovation.
Our Music Project bridges Mayan heritage and modern musical practice through youth classes, traditional instrument workshops, live performances, and artist-led education in rhythm, history, and craft. We collaborate directly with Indigenous artisans who handcraft traditional Mayan instruments—fostering a dynamic fusion of ancestral knowledge and contemporary creativity.
As our Art Project and Community Impact programs continue to grow, we remain committed to supporting self-expression, cultural identity, and shared growth across borders. Each initiative is a step toward building relationships of mutual respect and collective transformation—where education becomes a living practice of connection and possibility.
We're proud to be a Gibson Guitars and Gibson Gives Foundation partner, supporting their mission to expand access to music education worldwide. Through this collaboration, we’re placing instruments directly into the hands of emerging artists and young learners in Guatemala.
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Rick Turner Guitars proudly partners with Between the Strings Project to harmonize our passion for exceptional craftsmanship with a commitment to fostering musical education and accessibility. This collaboration epitomizes the seamless fusion of artistry and philanthropy, as we join forces to create lasting melodies that resonate beyond strings and into the hearts of aspiring musicians worldwide.
Visit https://rickturnerguitars.com/ for more.
Cultural Roots
Honoring ancestral tradition through music, craft, and community connection.
At Between the Strings Project, in close collaboration with the Moving Roots Foundation, we are committed to working hand-in-hand with Indigenous artisans who craft traditional Mayan instruments. Through this partnership, we honor ancestral knowledge while supporting creative innovation—cultivating a shared space where music becomes a bridge between generations, cultures, and communities. Together, we uplift cultural identity and empower the people of El Remate and Ixlú to thrive through artistic expression, economic opportunity, and cross-cultural exchange.
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There are many ways to be part of the story.
Volunteer – Lend your hands and heart to farm work, creative builds, music classes, or cultural exchange.
Residency – Stay at Casa Caléndula or contribute your skills at the finca through immersive creative living.
Partnerships – Collaborate with us as a brand, NGO, music foundation, or aligned donor.
Support – Make an impact by donating, sponsoring a build, or contributing instruments and supplies.
Support From
Between The Strings Project is honored to receive support from a growing circle of aligned partners—from legendary instrument makers and music technology innovators, to grassroots allies in Central America and beyond. These collaborations help us amplify access to music, culture, and community in El Remate and across borders.
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Step inside the world of Casa Caléndula—through the colors of the home, the stillness of Lake Petén, the wild beauty of the jungle, and the ancient majesty of Tikal.
Casa Caléndula’s five-bedroom villa blends jungle tranquility with artistic energy—a welcoming space for rest, creation, and community.
A great place to relax and unwind.
Connecting future generations with music, and nature.
Casa Caléndula’s five-bedroom villa blends jungle tranquility with artistic energy—a welcoming space for rest, creation, and community.
Contact Us
Phone
+1 (303) 618-1223
Address
RD-PET-3
El Remate, Guatemala