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Participants who have left the Retreat for a day or two in the middle of the Retreat have consistently mentioned they wished they hadn’t.  They thought, and we think, it isn’t a great idea. It can also have an unwelcome impact on the rest of the participants in the group.  We understand there may be a very good reason, and possibly no other choice, so if you’re considering leaving the Retreat for a time, please talk this over with us before making plans to take part in the Conductors Retreat.

The culminating events of the Retreat are the final concert on Saturday afternoon and the concluding discussions that evening. We expect all participants to stay with us at least through the end of the final meeting, which typically ends about 10:30 PM. 

There’s no work or meeting the last Sunday morning. Breakfast is served, the airport bus departs, and everyone leaves before 11:00 AM.

It is important to the success and effectiveness of the Retreat for everyone to arrive on time at the beginning of the Retreat.  We expect all participants to assure they will be at Medomak on time to register and move into the cabins before the first session on the first day.

There are several good ways to get to Medomak.  Some people prefer to have the flexibility of having a car, but it’s not necessary to have a car at Medomak. Lodging, meals, classes and rehearsals are on-site. The Retreat schedule includes two trips away from the Retreat. Typically, there are enough cars for carpooling for these trips, off campus errands, or trips to area attractions.

For more information, see the Travel Arrangements Page

It is important to the success and effectiveness of the Retreat for everyone to arrive on time at the beginning of the Retreat.  We expect all participants to assure they will be at Medomak on time to register and move into the cabins before the first session on the first day.

Yes, there are places for you to practice.   

If you live in a group cabin, we can arrange for space in one of our other buildings. Some of the private cabins allow for practice.

Yes, there are two (2) pianos and several electric keyboards available for study purposes.

The Conductors Retreat at Medomak will gladly accept payment by money order, personal check, debit or credit card. 

When paying by check, please make the check out to Conductors Retreat at Medomak, and mail it to: 

Conductors Retreat at Medomak
8 Westbury Ct.
Ann Arbor,  MI 48105.

In 2010, for the first time, the Conductors Retreat at Medomak began offering a limited number of need-based partial scholarships.  As part of the application process, those who need financial assistance are asked to submit an additional essay.  The essay should present the case for financial support based on need. Though not a requirement, scholarship applicants may attach, or submit by mail, relevant documents that may be helpful to those who will make scholarship decisions.