THE MUSIC RETREAT
Exclusive Wellness & Music Retreats
in Extraordinary Locations
Sicily · Croatia · Summer 2026
Restore Your Soul in Croatia
Set on the Adriatic coast, this retreat combines daily choir singing with wellness practices accompanied by classical music. Gentle movement, breathwork, and immersive sound baths create a restorative space where body, voice, and mind can soften and reconnect.
Daily Choir | Wellness with Classical Music | Breathwork | Sound Baths | Connection | Restoration
Awaken Through Music & Movement in Sicily
Set in the peaceful Sicilian countryside, this retreat blends gentle yoga with classical music, intimate sessions, restorative meditation practices and unhurried time in nature. Surrounded by rolling hills and ancient olive groves, it offers a rare space to slow down, breathe deeply, and simply be.
Yoga in Harmony with Classical Music | Sound Immersion | Nature | Reflection | Renewal
A Day at the Retreat & Signature Moments
• Gentle morning yoga or yoga–Pilates with classical music or live piano
• Relaxed breakfast or late brunch, unhurried and abundant
• Late-morning meditation, breathwork, sound immersion or (in Croatia) an open choir session
• Spacious afternoons for swimming, rest, nature walks or coastal exploration
• Optional Thai massages for deep physical release and restoration
• Signature excursions, from Sicilian hill towns and culinary traditions to Croatia’s truffle region
• A scenic Adriatic boat experience, where dolphins are often seen
• Restorative late-day sessions as the light softens
• Elegant shared dinners in warm, convivial settings
• Music as a quiet thread throughout, live piano or curated classical soundscapes
• Meaningful closing celebrations unique to each destination
What's Included
• Seven nights in a historic villa surrounded by
stunning Sicilian countryside with pool
• Two daily nourishing farm-to-table vegetarian meals
• Daily wellness sessions
• One curated day trip
• Airport transfers + Wi-Fi
• Optional private yoga/meditation sessions &
massages (paid separately)
• Dedicated support from your retreat hosts at
all times during the retreat
Prices
Shared Bathroom Rooms
From £1750
Private Bathroom Rooms (Luxury)
From £1900
Suites
From £2200
• Seven unforgettable nights in two private villas
with pool
• Daily breakfast included
• On-site traditional restaurant for relaxed dining
• Daily wellness sessions + guided choir
programme (all levels welcome)
• Intimate end-of-week concert
• One curated day trip
• Airport transfers + Wi-Fi
• Optional private yoga/meditation sessions &
massages (paid separately)
• Dedicated support from your retreat hosts at
all times during the retreat
Prices
Villa Kata (Shared Bathrooms)
From £1895
Villa Lav (Private Bathrooms)
From £1950
Our Circle
Peter
Peter Kalmár co-founded The Music Retreat with a vision of meaningful experiences rooted in presence and connection. His calm, grounded energy creates an atmosphere where people feel supported, open, and at ease.
Ruxi
Ruxandra Humă co-founded The Music Retreat to create spaces of beauty, connection, and renewal. Known for her warmth and intuitive presence, she brings inspiration, ease, and a deep sense of care to every gathering.
Emily
Emily Bruce is a UK-based yoga and meditation teacher whose calm, deeply attuned approach creates space for restoration and inner balance. Blending movement, breath, and mindful awareness, she guides participants toward greater ease, sensitivity, and presence in both body and mind.
Debbie
Debbie Burn is a movement teacher with over 30 years of experience in dance, yoga, and Pilates, known for her expressive, music-led approach. Her sessions blend grace, strength, and flow, creating a joyful and uplifting experience that connects movement, breath, and emotion.
Deborah
Deborah Bull is an experienced choral leader whose vibrant, inclusive style brings people together through the joy of shared singing. With an international background and a gift for creating relaxed, uplifting rehearsals, she helps participants feel confident, connected, and inspired from the very first note.
OUR STORY
The Music Retreat was born from a simple, yet powerful belief. Classical music, combined with restorative practices, can open a path to deep inner transformation.
Created by two friends, Peter and Ruxi, it grew from a shared love of music and a belief that it deserves to be experienced differently.
We wanted to create spaces where music could exist alongside beauty, calm, and meaningful connection, not as a performance, but as something that quietly enriches the atmosphere and how you feel within it.
Everything is intentionally understated, warm, and quietly refined, so the experience feels effortless yet deeply special.
It is our way of sharing the world we wished existed: one where artistry, rest, nature, and human connection are woven together with quiet elegance.
Voices From Past Retreats
Only 22 Spots Per Retreat
Reserve Yours Now
Secure your place with a £500 deposit. Remaining balance due 8 weeks before the retreat.
Enquire via email and we’ll guide you through the booking process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need choir experience?
No. The choir journey is gentle and inclusive, welcoming all levels.
How do I get there?
Complimentary airport transfers are included in the retreat price. Pick-up time will be confirmed closer to the date and shared with all guests in advance.
What’s the payment schedule?
A non‑refundable £500 deposit secures your place; the balance is due 8 weeks before arrival.
What’s the cancellation policy?
More than 8 weeks before arrival, the deposit and prepaid costs are non‑refundable; within 8 weeks, the full retreat fee is payable. If The Music Retreat cancels the retreat, a full refund is issued.
Do I need travel insurance?
Yes. Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory and must cover trip cancellation, medical cover, travel delay, missed connections and loss/damage of belongings.
Age policy?
The retreat is for adults; guests aged 16+ are welcome only if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Can I come solo?
Absolutely. Many guests attend solo and are warmly welcomed into the community.
