Elevate Your Sound, Transform Your Craft
SONARA Studio is a professional recording studio and music production residency located on the island of San Pietro, Sardinia, Italy. We offer recording, production, mixing, mastering, and artist mentorship in one of the Mediterranean's most inspiring environments. Founded by Christopher Tooker, an internationally recognized DJ, producer, and multi-instrumentalist with releases on Crosstown Rebels, Mobilee, and Sol Selectas.
SONARA Sessions Mentors
Upcoming Retreats
Explore. Create. Flow.
- With: Cioz, Iorie, Tooker, TBC
- Date: September 14th - September 20th, 2026
- Location: SONARA Studio Sardinia, Italy
Limited spots available
Imagine. Craft. Rise.
- With: Sabo, Tooker, TBC
- Date: September 28th - October 4th, 2026
- Location: SONARA Studio Sardinia, Italy
Limited spots available
Transform. Connect. Evolve.
- With: Anja Schneider, Alma Ernst, Cassy, TBC
- Date: October 5th - October 11th, 2026
- Location: SONARA Studio Sardinia, Italy
Limited spots available
Past Retreats
Escape. Reconnect. Create.
- With: Frankey & Sandrino, Rodriguez Jr, Ruede Hagelstein, Tooker
- Date: May 4th - May 10th, 2026
- Location: SONARA Studio Sardinia, Italy
Limited spots available
Inspire. Compose. Elevate.
- With: Adana Twins, XINOBI, Ruede Hagelstein, Tooker
- Date: May 11th - May 17th, 2026
- Location: SONARA Studio Sardinia, Italy
Limited spots available
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More than a studio — a creative sanctuary
From remote production to immersive retreats and online mentoring, SONARA Studio Sardinia is a space for artists to reconnect with their sound, deepen their craft, and create without distraction.
Escape the noise. Tune into your craft.
Our studio on the island of San Pietro offers a peaceful, distraction-free setting where creativity flourishes naturally, surrounded by sun, sea, and silence.
Professional production, wherever you are.
We specialize in co-productions, scoring, mixing, mastering, artist development, and 1:1 online mentoring. Services are available remotely or on site, always with personalized attention and high-end tools.
Retreats, residencies, and studio gatherings.
Join us in Sardinia for curated music retreats, collaborative workshops, or private residencies. Each experience blends creativity, connection, and the rhythm of island life.
Create Without Limits
Explore world-class music services, artist retreats, and sonic experiences from the heart of Sardinia.
Studio Services
Professional mixing, co-production, and artist support available remotely, with limited in-studio sessions by request.
Sound Rental
High-quality sound, lighting, and DJ gear available for rent, ideal for events, performances, and private functions across the island.
SONARA Sessions
An immersive week-long retreat for deep creative exploration, hands-on production, and one-on-one coaching with top industry mentors.
SONARA Sessions
An immersive week-long retreat for deep creative exploration, hands-on production, and one-on-one coaching with top industry mentors.
Accommodations
A spacious six-bedroom villa on the studio property with three kitchens, lush gardens, and multiple verandas designed for comfort and connection.
Sound Rental
High-quality sound, lighting, and DJ gear available for rent, ideal for events, performances, and private functions across the island.
Getting selected for SONARA Sessions with Rodriguez Jr. was a game changer. I finished my first track there, and it made it into the Beatport Top 100 Afro House charts. Within a year, I was opening for major artists like Paul van Dyk and Kevin de Vries.
But the real value wasn't just production skills. DJing is 50% about networking, and that's where SONARA Sessions excels. I now have a global network that opens doors everywhere I go. What Tooker created here goes beyond a studio space. It's a family. That sense of community is what sets it apart from everything else, and I owe everything to that.
Attending the SONARA Session in Sardinia was probably the best decision I've made for my music career so far. Turning my music idea into a finished track, meeting incredible people, and having a full week focused on music was transformative. I saw the retreat announced on XINOBI's Instagram, got to meet him during the retreat, and had him help me on the track. Now I see him playing my track at a major festival, and it feels surreal. None of this would be possible without the SONARA experience.
"SONARA Studio Sardinia is a beautiful space for producers to find peace, focus on music, and enjoy the stunning Sardinian nature, not to mention the delicious food. During SONARA Sessions retreats, you'll have dedicated time to work on your projects with various teachers, plus the option to book the studio for solo use to explore the gear and refine your sound. Highly recommended."
I really enjoyed the retreat! Wonderful people, inspiring conversations, and, most importantly, a rich exchange of knowledge.
"The SONARA Sessions music retreat was the spark I needed. Creating alongside artists I admire in a stunning studio just minutes from the aquamarine sea was beyond inspiring. Carloforte is truly one of the most breathtaking places I’ve ever been. The retreat was the perfect mix of focused work, relaxation, and family dinners under the stars. Best of all, I left with a tight-knit group of global friends. It was pure magic. I can’t wait to return."
It was a dream scenario for me to be learning from some of the best music producers in the world, side-by-side on a beautiful remote Italian island with delicious cuisine. I am very thankful for the experience.
"Sardinia’s music retreat was a true sanctuary for creativity. Each day brought inspiration, masterclasses, and deep guidance from skilled mentors. I left with new tools to elevate my craft and a deeper understanding of music production, all shared with passionate, like-minded artists."