Music Academy of the West — Local services in Montecito

I went to one of the master classes in this case for the viola. Three classical pieces were performed each with a different pairing of pianists and viola players. After each piece a faculty member gives feedback to the string player fellow, the fellows being excellent musicians, often graduates from musics schools including Juilliard, who have auditioned for place in this summer program. The ticket office was helpful, price very reasonable, and the moderately sized beautiful campus a pleasant place to be. I felt I got a sense of seeing what goes into learning an instrument and how musicians communicate the finer points of music-making between each other and with...

This show was amazing and beyond my expectations. The musicians were phenomenal and so friendly (they made themselves available after the show). I sat in amazement watching them replicate songs I love and turn them into something enjoyed as much, if not more, than the original. I was lost in the music for every minute and that hour went by quickly because it was soooooo good. We are already planning another! If you are contemplating…get tix! It was a...

The Music Academy of the West is elegant, refined, and beautiful. It is a "first class" place. I went to the Facebook Seminar there. The staff and catered food were excellent. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. The grounds are green and well maintained. One caveat, make certain you have great GPS because this jewel is...