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Istanbul 2013
"Well, back in Paris I'm running out of superlatives to describe our stay in Istanbul: the perfect location of our very comfortable hotel, the excellent guide, the most congenial group, the world-class concerts, the high quality of my purchases and just the right mixture of the exotic and the familiar. All in all a four-star visit."
Alice Gay, France.(Several CMHs including Prague, Hungary and Corfu.)

Istanbul 2013
"There is never a dull moment when Vivienne is in charge, from sitting on the hotel roof terrace (photo left) with a glass of wine enjoying the stunning views of the Blue Mosque, Aghia Sophia and the Bosphorus, to amazing sightseeing with our wonderful guide. The Whirling Dervishes were authentic and mystical, the concerts superb."
Susan Piquemal, England.

Vienna 2012
"It was a wonderful and unique opportunity to return to Vienna where I had studied, attend concerts given by the Aron Quartet at Schloss Laudon and to work with the Quartet as well. A rare chance to combine playing, listening to music, history and sightseeing."
Rachelle Goldberg. London.

Vienna 2012
"The concerts in Vienna by the Aron Quartet were superb, whether the music was contemporary or traditional! And it was fun to have the concerts in a hall with exotic animals and Indian chiefs pictured in the murals. The quartet members were fine fellows when coaching or sitting in with the players of Vivienne's group."
Joan Jacobson. Tucson AZ, USA.

The Rhine 2012
"It was a privilege to share the professional insight of the Martinu Quartet. We worked hard - there was no let up - but mixed in with good fun and friendly help. There can't be a better way of receiving coaching. As always Vivienne had chosen a magnificent venue overlooking the Rhine. A lovely group of friends to play with."
Colin and Di Dickinson. Northumberland, UK.

The Rhine 2012
"The holiday was outstanding-from the location, the activities, and the compatible group. My own coaching experience was superb. Zbynek and Jitka were most helpful and it was exciting to get their points of view (sometimes conflicting) on the trios."
Martin Nass. New York.

The Rhine 2012
"It's always rewarding to play in a group with professionals and this was particularly the case with the friendly members of the Martinu Quartet. Libor Kanka played second violin and coached us on a difficult work, Beethoven's op. 135: he gave us really useful advice on both technical problems and the sense behind the music, and was patient beyond belief. An exceptional musical experience!"Stella McDowall. Vienna.

Corfu 2010
"Your formula is spot-on, combining all the elements of a first class holiday - good hotel, excellent excursions, everything taken care of - together with the superlative music component. The musicians contributed so much, with their enthusiastic coaching, their high level concerts and their warm participation in all the social activities."
Sara Manobla. Israel.

Prague 2010
"For several years I've gone with Vivienne on her Chamber Music Holidays and had a ball! Both the amateur playing with professional coaching, and the regular concerts available to us have been great. When your leader loves good food, we all eat well! "
Joan Jacobson. Tuscon, USA.

Vienna and Esterhaza 2009
"Thank you very much, it was the most unforgettable holiday I ever had. I felt myself to be so close to Papa Haydn, visiting four Haydn Houses, listening to eight concerts of Haydn's compositions, playing so many string quartets by him.'"
Ken Tange. Tokyo, Japan.

Corfu 2008
"Once again we had a lovely holiday, all your arrangements were just right. We had such good chamber music, lovely weather and met such interesting people."
Barbara Bungey. England.

Prague 2007
"We had a wonderful time. We enjoyed the playing and coaching; getting to know the other players; the excellent (and very varied) concerts; the very good hotel; the sightseeing with our charming and knowledgeable guides; the excellent food and other Prague 'events'. It was a great mixture and a complete change from our normal activities."
Delia and John Venables. England and Arizona, USA.

Prague 2007
'I want to let you know how much I enjoyed the Prague experience - 'the whole bit' - concerts, company, accommodation, meals and parties and a 'trouble free' holiday in a wonderful centre.'
Jennifer Fielding. Sydney, Australia.

Corfu 2007
"We spent a wonderful day in Butrint, Albania, with an excellent guide. The Herold Quartet gave three marvellous performances during the second week when I was there. The Ravel, Beethoven's opus 131 and Schubert's Death and the Maiden were particularly memorable."
Walter Otten. London, UK and Lichtenstein.

Corfu 2007
"Thank you for yet another memorable holiday. The Herold's concerts were excellent and Jan Valta's coaching was full of insights. The trip to Albania was a great success and Butrint certainly came up to expectations. The guide was first-rate."
Barbara and Harold Miller. England.

Prague 2006
"An astonishing and exhilarating twelve days of music - nourishment for the soul of a rare quality. With the excellent food and compatible company, this experience glows in the memory with the hope of recovering such pleasure again and again."
Nessy and Jim Allen. Sydney Australia.

Prague 2003
"Many thanks for a fabulous vacation. We had a wonderful time. The music playing, coaching, operas, concerts, the sights, the food and last, but not least, the company all combined into a perfect holiday. We very much enjoyed meeting you and your friends and look forward to seeing you again soon.'"
Bob and Judy Bacskai. California.

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	Istanbul 2013 "Well, back in Paris I'm running out of superlatives to describe our stay in Istanbul: the perfect location of our very comfortable hotel, the excellent guide, the most congenial group, the world-class concerts, the high quality of my purchases and just the right mixture of the exotic and the familiar. All in all a four-star visit." Alice Gay, France.(Several CMHs including Prague, Hungary and Corfu.)
	Istanbul 2013 "There is never a dull moment when Vivienne is in charge, from sitting on the hotel roof terrace (photo left) with a glass of wine enjoying the stunning views of the Blue Mosque, Aghia Sophia and the Bosphorus, to amazing sightseeing with our wonderful guide. The Whirling Dervishes were authentic and mystical, the concerts superb." Susan Piquemal, England.
	Vienna 2012 "It was a wonderful and unique opportunity to return to Vienna where I had studied, attend concerts given by the Aron Quartet at Schloss Laudon and to work with the Quartet as well. A rare chance to combine playing, listening to music, history and sightseeing." Rachelle Goldberg. London.
	Vienna 2012 "The concerts in Vienna by the Aron Quartet were superb, whether the music was contemporary or traditional! And it was fun to have the concerts in a hall with exotic animals and Indian chiefs pictured in the murals. The quartet members were fine fellows when coaching or sitting in with the players of Vivienne's group." Joan Jacobson. Tucson AZ, USA.
	The Rhine 2012 "It was a privilege to share the professional insight of the Martinu Quartet. We worked hard - there was no let up - but mixed in with good fun and friendly help. There can't be a better way of receiving coaching. As always Vivienne had chosen a magnificent venue overlooking the Rhine. A lovely group of friends to play with." Colin and Di Dickinson. Northumberland, UK.
	The Rhine 2012 "The holiday was outstanding-from the location, the activities, and the compatible group. My own coaching experience was superb. Zbynek and Jitka were most helpful and it was exciting to get their points of view (sometimes conflicting) on the trios." Martin Nass. New York.
	The Rhine 2012 "It's always rewarding to play in a group with professionals and this was particularly the case with the friendly members of the Martinu Quartet. Libor Kanka played second violin and coached us on a difficult work, Beethoven's op. 135: he gave us really useful advice on both technical problems and the sense behind the music, and was patient beyond belief. An exceptional musical experience!"Stella McDowall. Vienna.
	Corfu 2010 "Your formula is spot-on, combining all the elements of a first class holiday - good hotel, excellent excursions, everything taken care of - together with the superlative music component. The musicians contributed so much, with their enthusiastic coaching, their high level concerts and their warm participation in all the social activities." Sara Manobla. Israel.
	Prague 2010 "For several years I've gone with Vivienne on her Chamber Music Holidays and had a ball! Both the amateur playing with professional coaching, and the regular concerts available to us have been great. When your leader loves good food, we all eat well! " Joan Jacobson. Tuscon, USA.
	Vienna and Esterhaza 2009 "Thank you very much, it was the most unforgettable holiday I ever had. I felt myself to be so close to Papa Haydn, visiting four Haydn Houses, listening to eight concerts of Haydn's compositions, playing so many string quartets by him.'" Ken Tange. Tokyo, Japan.
	Corfu 2008 "Once again we had a lovely holiday, all your arrangements were just right. We had such good chamber music, lovely weather and met such interesting people." Barbara Bungey. England.
	Prague 2007 "We had a wonderful time. We enjoyed the playing and coaching; getting to know the other players; the excellent (and very varied) concerts; the very good hotel; the sightseeing with our charming and knowledgeable guides; the excellent food and other Prague 'events'. It was a great mixture and a complete change from our normal activities." Delia and John Venables. England and Arizona, USA.
	Prague 2007 'I want to let you know how much I enjoyed the Prague experience - 'the whole bit' - concerts, company, accommodation, meals and parties and a 'trouble free' holiday in a wonderful centre.' Jennifer Fielding. Sydney, Australia.
	Corfu 2007 "We spent a wonderful day in Butrint, Albania, with an excellent guide. The Herold Quartet gave three marvellous performances during the second week when I was there. The Ravel, Beethoven's opus 131 and Schubert's Death and the Maiden were particularly memorable." Walter Otten. London, UK and Lichtenstein.
	Corfu 2007 "Thank you for yet another memorable holiday. The Herold's concerts were excellent and Jan Valta's coaching was full of insights. The trip to Albania was a great success and Butrint certainly came up to expectations. The guide was first-rate." Barbara and Harold Miller. England.
	Prague 2006 "An astonishing and exhilarating twelve days of music - nourishment for the soul of a rare quality. With the excellent food and compatible company, this experience glows in the memory with the hope of recovering such pleasure again and again." Nessy and Jim Allen. Sydney Australia.
	Prague 2003 "Many thanks for a fabulous vacation. We had a wonderful time. The music playing, coaching, operas, concerts, the sights, the food and last, but not least, the company all combined into a perfect holiday. We very much enjoyed meeting you and your friends and look forward to seeing you again soon.'" Bob and Judy Bacskai. California.