May this music change the world for the better — beginning with a peaceful heart.
May this music change the world for the better — beginning with a peaceful heart.
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Exploring what music means to you?
Anxious when performing?
Feeling stuck or stressed?
We’re here for you.
Overcome creative blocks, reduce stress, and elevate your artistry — with guidance from master musicians and mindfulness coaches — all in a supportive, non-judgmental community at One Heart Institute.
2026 Summer Programs
2026 Summer Programs
Retreats| Artist Residencies | Workshops
A Holistic and Mindful Approach to Music-Making.
with Barbara Bogatin, Cello (San Francisco Symphony)
with Barbara Bogatin, Cello (San Francisco Symphony)
Dr. Cliff Saron, UC Davis Center for Mind and Brain
Dr. Cliff Saron, UC Davis Center for Mind and Brain
Finding Support and Inspiration
“Inspiring to create music with like-minded people who share the same intention. Our connection shows in the music, and the audience can feel it. This experience opened up opportunities I hadn’t imagined, and it’s something I want to continue for a long time.”
Saxophonists’ Retreat at One Heart Institute
“The techniques I learned at One Heart are ones you want to practice regularly and routinely—just like music. These (mindfulness and wellness) practices support not only my music, but also my everyday well-being.”
Becoming a Peaceful Musician
"At One Heart, it was powerful to connect with people from many backgrounds who shared the same intention: to make great music and work on ourselves, becoming better and more peaceful musicians.”
Why are Retreats Beneficial for Musicians?
"Musicians get nervous; I get extremely nervous. And I didn't want to take anxiety medicines...
I want to find ways that will be more helpful that I can incorporate into my routine."
Music and Wellness: A Powerful Connection
"In Tai Chi, Yoga, and meditation, everything was intrinsically connected to the idea of playing good music... "
About Us
About Us
One Heart Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to harmonizing music, mindfulness, and holistic wellbeing. We cultivate a creative, value-aligned community where artistry and inner growth unfold together.
Founded in 2023, the Institute was created as a space where people from diverse backgrounds—musicians, educators, and lifelong learners alike—can refine their craft while nurturing clarity, balance, and wholesome intention.
Our programs—ranging from immersive retreats, artist residencies, and workshops to public lectures and concerts—integrate artistry with Tai Chi, meditation, yoga, conscious lifestyle, and reflective inquiry. In a supportive, non-judgmental environment, participants develop both artistic growth and heart-centered awareness.
We believe music is more than performance—it is a pathway to personal transformation and collective wellbeing.
Highlights
Highlights
Global Outreach: Concert & Workshop in Bhutan
Four Years of Music & Mindfulness Summer Immersions (2022–2025)
Four Seasons of One Heart Virtuoso Concert Series
Faculty Spotlight
Faculty Spotlight
Music and Motion
Music and Motion
Alex de Grassi
Meditation and Music
Meditation and Music
Barbara Bogatin
Teaching to Empower
Teaching to Empower
Jessica Valeri
Press
Press
Mindful Music: One Heart Institute Offering Music Retreat
(Frontpage article, June 1, 2025)
Many Voices, One Heart: Musical powerhouses converge in Ukiah for summer camp, public concert and lectures (Frontpage article, June 16, 2024)
Interview with Art Waves (June 18, 2023)
Connect with Us
Connect with Us
Join us in fostering harmony and inner transformation!
Join us in fostering harmony and inner transformation!
One Heart Institute is a 501(c)3 public benefit non-profit organization. All donations are tax-deductible.
One Heart Institute is a 501(c)3 public benefit non-profit organization. All donations are tax-deductible.
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