"Idyllic tranquillity and time to focus on exorcising old demons. MMMF's a place to get unstuck and re-energized about playing."
Hector Valdivia, Asst. Professor of Violin
Carleton College, Minnesota

"In the spaciousness and quiet beauty of Magic Mountain Music Farm I have felt totally focused in my practice. There was a spirit of joyful creativity in the house that was rare and inspiring. I was thrilled and surprised to discover the intensity of what I have to say."
Amy Frost, Principal Cello
Kennedy Center Opera Orchestra

"At Magic Mountain Music Farm, the beauty of the natural environment made time stand still. Undisturbed work became effortless and produced quality practice. As a result, my performances were filled with greater ease and insight."
George Taylor, Professor of Viola
Eastman School of Music

"The Magic Mountain Retreat charged my batteries with new energy, focus, and information. It reshaped the way I perform music by reshaping how I practice it."
Jonathan Sturm, Concertmaster
Des Moines Symphony