What to Expect

Since 2017, we have had the pleasure of entertaining guests with our music afternoon soirees.

OPTION #1 OUR CLASSIC

“A Touch of Austria” Sunday afternoon soiree from 2-4p.m. features the best of Austria showcasing characteristic customs and traditions, touristic & picturesque scenes from cityscapes and landscapes, original footage from our stay in Vienna and Salzburg, iconic music delights from the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and a fun shopping extravaganza of the Vienna Bazaar. Claudia at the grand piano will entertain guests with performances of famous Austrian composers:

Alternative showcase events OPTIONS are available upon request.

OPTION #2 THE OUTDOORS NATURE EXPERIENCE

The “NATURE CONNECTION” Experience, a favorite of the hosts as well as returning guests, provides people with a wonderful feeling of nature up close in an eco-friendly garden oasis. Claudia’s multidisciplinary talents are exhibited in music composition, piano performances, storytelling and award winning photography on the big screen. Entwined in this experience, that ignites the senses, are also music “bonbons” from the Vienna Philharmonic orchestra as well as themed music compositions of famous composers and world class performers.

OVERVIEW > MUSIC IS IN THE AIR

Our 5 Stars Showcase Experiences connect beauty, artistic expression, tranquility and serenity in a quaint, peaceful refined setting.
With over 150 DVDs in our archive collectors’ library, we have phenomenal resources to showcase world class music performances and internationally acclaimed musicians. Our showcase events are theme oriented, based on special holiday events throughout the year, as well as highlight the different seasons.

INTERMISSION HALF TIME:

A festive reception featuring fine dining with, ornate table setting & chinaware with Austrian culinary delights, including European chocolates, homemade traditional & world famous Classic Chocolate Sachertore (Schwarzer Hund) & icecream Biskuitroulade, Viennese Coffee specialities/condiments & traditional glass of ice water and freshly whipped cream (not from the tube).
Our walk-out rancher from the studio/gallery area leads directly out to the patio and our garden oasis. The patio has a protective overlap. Also in the garden area, guests have the pleasure to sit under the large canopy or huge umbrella seating locations. Guests can enjoy up close the trickling fountain area and vicinity of wild birds visiting our hanging feeders.

MONTHLY EVENTS > LOOKING AHEAD

March 10, April 21, May 12, June 9, July 7, August 11.

WEATHER CHALLENGES: HEAT, RAIN, SNOW, FIRE

Forest fire closure
Intermission can also be experienced indoors if absolutely necessary. A social fanfare with games, hats or masks add lots of fun and create lots of opportunity to make new acquaintances.

A Retreat to Getaway and Ignite Your Senses

A Touch of Austria is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy music, traditional Viennese food and people!
An ambiance of trees, flowers, wild birds, ornamental grasses, butterflies. A Touch of Austria is a state of the art studio/gallery, an eco-friendly garden oasis, a soothing live piano entertainment, delicious coffee and aromas, decadent Viennese tortes, and special European chocolates. On top of all that, have fun making new acquaintances.