PHYSIOBOE - ENGLISH
PHYSIOBOE is a new, unconventional concept that represents the transfer of my initial concept Physiotherapy for musicians (followed by Physio- and Mentalcoaching for musicians) to the specifics of the oboe. It combines science with empiricism and was created through the symbiosis of my three professions as an oboist, physiotherapist and alternative practitioner for psychotherapy. It offers a way to connect body, mind and soul with the oboe in a coherent way and opens up new horizons and perspectives. In my book the oboe technique is examined step by step in ten chapters (posture, fingers, thumb, breathing, support, vibrato, sound, articulation, embouchure, movements, expression) from a physiological perspective and an understanding of the connections and effects of physical and psychological factors influencing sound quality, instrumental technique and playing feel. The oboe first is examined from the point of view of musicians' medicine and the basics of anatomy and music physiology are first addressed. Zen in the art of oboe playing is at the heart of the book, which is completed with coaching topics such as mental coaching and performance coaching. PHYSIOBOE serves as an additional compendium to supplement the established oboe pedagogy.
Interview IDRS-Magazine
Dr. Stephen Caplan interviewed with me in May 2022 on behalf of the International Double Reed Society (IDRS). Stephen is Professor of Oboe at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (USA) and wrote after proofreading the final version of the interview:
"I enjoyed re-reading what you had to say. You're advancing some progressive and needed new approaches to teaching, and I'm excited to share this interview with the larger double reed community!" Please click on the pages!
