• How Musicians Can Use Hobbies To Refuel Creativity
    Jan 20 2026

    Hobbies are so important, even to musicians. Today we dive into how you can implement them in your life.

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    22 Min.
  • Managing Chronic Ilness As A Musician
    Jan 13 2026

    After wearing a brace on my Instagram, you guys asked what it is, and so today we are diving into my experience with Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome as an oboist.

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    15 Min.
  • My Gift To You For The 100th Episode
    Jan 6 2026

    We made it to 100 episodes! I am so incredibly grateful to you for being here, and as a way to say thank you, I have made you 3 playlists specifically about certain aspects of 'musicianing.' Here they are:

    All About Music Practice:

    • Click here for the Spotify Playlist
    • Click here for the Youtube Playlist

    Performances and Auditions

    • Click here for the Spotify Playlist
    • Click here for the Youtube Playlist

    Studying Music at Conservatoire

    • Click here for the Spotify Playlist
    • Click here for the Youtube Playlist


    Thank you so much for being here.

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    12 Min.
  • How to Dress Effectively to Perform and WHY IT MATTERS
    Dec 30 2025

    When the audition criteria says "wear something comfortable," you might wonder what that means. Today we are breaking down not only why what you wear matters, but also how to use clothes to perform your best.

    This episode has an accompanying blog post. Click here to read!

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    19 Min.
  • How I Make The Most of My Lessons Through Note-taking
    Dec 23 2025

    Ever since I started taking notes after my lessons, I have gotten more out of my lessons and it has helped my growth as an oboist. Here is how I do it.

    This episode has an accompanying blog post. Click here to read.

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    20 Min.
  • Why Skipping Practice Can Be The Smartest Choice
    Dec 16 2025

    When I was unwell, I didn't practice. Here is how I showed myself compassion during this time of being unwell.

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    15 Min.
  • How to Rekindle Childlike Joy In Your Playing
    Nov 25 2025

    I recently went to Edinburgh to do an event where I shared the oboe with younger students. Here's what I learned from it and what it taught me about creating joy in playing.

    This episode has an accompanying blog post. Click here to read.

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    21 Min.
  • Mental Practice: How to Practice Without Your Instrument
    Nov 11 2025

    Mental practice has been so helpful for me in honing my mind in the practice room. Here's how I do it.


    This episode has an accompanying blog post. Click here to read.


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    21 Min.