We just finished the New Orleans French Quarter Music Festival trip and it far exceeded our expectations. The hotel and restaurants were first class and upscale. The classroom work with outstanding performers in their own rite couldn't have been better. We would recommend the program without reservation.

If you love music, food, and friendly people, do not miss this program. I learned so much about music and musicians(jazz, especially) and got an insight into the mind and lifestyle of these talented people who give so much to the rest of us. The food was the best I have ever eaten anywhere. The hotel was ideally located within walking distance of all the events. Barbara and company obtained wonderful rooms for our group. Hospitality of NOLA was warm and welcoming. If you did not love the city and jazz before the trip, you certainly would afterwards. Do not miss this experience!

This program was excellent. Both leaders (we were divided into two groups but spent some time together with both of the leaders) were enthusiastic, knowledgeable, likable, and helpful. The person who led the half-day tour of the city was also great. I give all three of them (Annette, Joyce, and the person who led the city tour) A+ -- and I'm not an easy grader. Our classes were conducted by people who were not only outstanding musicians but also good teachers. They also get A+. The restaurants were for the most part outstanding (you can't get any better than Commander's Palace), and we had a nice balance of planned activities and free time. Everything was beautifully organized and efficient, yet with a laid-back feeling appropriate to the ambience of New Orleans. I was about to end this review by saying that I highly recommend the program, but I guess that's pretty clear.

Some pictures are here: http://tinyurl.com/6lsrnpo