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.

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SONARA Sessions Mentors

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Ruede Hagelstein
Tooker
Rodriguez Jr.
Ralf Kollmann
Maria Die RUHE
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Sam Shure
SKALA
David Mayer
Nico Stojan
GiZ
Adana Twins
Frankey & Sandrino
XINOBI
Anja Schneider
Alma Ernst
Cassy
Iorie
CIOZ
AWEN

Upcoming Retreats

Explore. Create. Flow.

  • With: Cioz, Iorie, Tooker, TBC
  • Date: September 14th - September 20th, 2026
  • Location: SONARA Studio Sardinia, Italy

Limited spots available

CIOZ
DJ, Producer and Performer
Iorie
DJ, Producer and Performer
Tooker
Multi-instrumentalist, DJ & Label Founder

Imagine. Craft. Rise.

  • With: Sabo, Tooker, TBC
  • Date: September 28th - October 4th, 2026
  • Location: SONARA Studio Sardinia, Italy

Limited spots available

Sabo
DJ, Producer and founder of Sol Selectas
Tooker
Multi-instrumentalist, DJ & Label Founder

Transform. Connect. Evolve.

  • With: Anja Schneider, Alma Ernst, Cassy, TBC
  • Date: October 5th - October 11th, 2026
  • Location: SONARA Studio Sardinia, Italy

Limited spots available

Anja Schneider
DJ, Producer & Label Owner
Alma Ernst
Booking Agent & Industry Leader
AWEN
DJ & Producer

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

Frankey & Sandrino
DJ, Producer and label
Rodriguez Jr.
Producer & Live Act
Ruede Hagelstein
Music Producer, Engineer & Label Owner
Tooker
Multi-instrumentalist, DJ & Label Founder

Inspire. Compose. Elevate.

  • With: Adana Twins, XINOBI, Ruede Hagelstein, Tooker
  • Date: May 11th - May 17th, 2026
  • Location: SONARA Studio Sardinia, Italy

Limited spots available

Adana Twins
DJ, Producer and label
XINOBI
DJ, Producer and label
Ruede Hagelstein
Music Producer, Engineer & Label Owner
Tooker
Multi-instrumentalist, DJ & Label Founder

Our work has been released on

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Studio Services

Professional mixing, co-production, and artist support available remotely, with limited in-studio sessions by request.

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Sound Rental

High-quality sound, lighting, and DJ gear available for rent, ideal for events, performances, and private functions across the island.

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SONARA Sessions

An immersive week-long retreat for deep creative exploration, hands-on production, and one-on-one coaching with top industry mentors.

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SONARA Sessions

An immersive week-long retreat for deep creative exploration, hands-on production, and one-on-one coaching with top industry mentors.

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Accommodations

A spacious six-bedroom villa on the studio property with three kitchens, lush gardens, and multiple verandas designed for comfort and connection.

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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.

Lider,
from Lithuania

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.

Carlos
from Portugal

"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."

SKALA
Producer, INNERVISIONS
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I really enjoyed the retreat! Wonderful people, inspiring conversations, and, most importantly, a rich exchange of knowledge.

ALADAG
Music Producer, Diynamic Music

"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."

EJE
Producer. SF, USA

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.

ZENTI
Producer, Austin. USA

"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."

ALICIA HAHN
Producer, NEW TAB MUSIC