Curriculum Vitae & Milestones
Biography
Conductor, Music Director & Leadership Speaker
With over 20 years of experience as a conductor, I combine artistic vision with organizational strength. I lead multiple orchestras in the Stuttgart region and beyond, shaping innovative concert programs and bringing together musicians from across Europe. As an orchestra director, I have learned that leadership speaks the same language everywhere – and I am glad to share these insights with executives and leaders from any field.
Conductor, Music Director & Leadership Speaker
With over 20 years of experience as a conductor, I combine artistic vision with organizational strength. I lead multiple orchestras in the Stuttgart region and beyond, shaping innovative concert programs and bringing together musicians from across Europe. As an orchestra director, I have learned that leadership speaks the same language everywhere – and I am glad to share these insights with executives and leaders from any field.
Conductor, Music Director & Leadership Speaker
With over 20 years of experience as a conductor, I combine artistic vision with organizational strength. I lead multiple orchestras in the Stuttgart region and beyond, shaping innovative concert programs and bringing together musicians from across Europe. As an orchestra director, I have learned that leadership speaks the same language everywhere – and I am glad to share these insights with executives and leaders from any field.
Diploma in Conducting – HMT Leipzig
I completed my conducting studies at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy Leipzig under Prof. GMD Gert Bahner. My diploma thesis, titled "The Dance on the Podium – a Movement Analysis: Various Methods towards Improved Body Awareness," bridges musical practice and physical awareness – a theme that continues to inform my work on the podium today.
Diploma in Conducting – HMT Leipzig
I completed my conducting studies at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy Leipzig under Prof. GMD Gert Bahner. My diploma thesis, titled "The Dance on the Podium – a Movement Analysis: Various Methods towards Improved Body Awareness," bridges musical practice and physical awareness – a theme that continues to inform my work on the podium today.
Master of Music (M. Mus.) Violine – Yale School of Music
I earned my Master of Music in Violin at the renowned Yale School of Music under Prof. Erick Friedman – one of the most distinguished violin pedagogues of the 20th century. This training laid the technical and musical foundation for my later career as a conductor and orchestra director.
Master of Music (M. Mus.) Violine – Yale School of Music
I earned my Master of Music in Violin at the renowned Yale School of Music under Prof. Erick Friedman – one of the most distinguished violin pedagogues of the 20th century. This training laid the technical and musical foundation for my later career as a conductor and orchestra director.
Bachelor of Arts (B. A.) in Music – Yale College
I completed my undergraduate studies at Yale College with a Bachelor of Arts in Music. My thesis examined Mahler's Eighth Symphony, focusing on motivic development and its relationship to the text – an early engagement with the deeper dimensions of orchestral composition.
Bachelor of Arts (B. A.) in Music – Yale College
I completed my undergraduate studies at Yale College with a Bachelor of Arts in Music. My thesis examined Mahler's Eighth Symphony, focusing on motivic development and its relationship to the text – an early engagement with the deeper dimensions of orchestral composition.
Diploma in Conducting – HMT Leipzig
I completed my conducting studies at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy Leipzig under Prof. GMD Gert Bahner. My diploma thesis, titled "The Dance on the Podium – a Movement Analysis: Various Methods towards Improved Body Awareness," bridges musical practice and physical awareness – a theme that continues to inform my work on the podium today.
Master of Music (M. Mus.) Violine – Yale School of Music
I earned my Master of Music in Violin at the renowned Yale School of Music under Prof. Erick Friedman – one of the most distinguished violin pedagogues of the 20th century. This training laid the technical and musical foundation for my later career as a conductor and orchestra director.
Bachelor of Arts (B. A.) in Music – Yale College
I completed my undergraduate studies at Yale College with a Bachelor of Arts in Music. My thesis examined Mahler's Eighth Symphony, focusing on motivic development and its relationship to the text – an early engagement with the deeper dimensions of orchestral composition.
President – Landesverband Baden-Württembergische Liebhaberorchester
From 2022 to 2024, I served as President of the State Association of Baden-Württemberg Amateur Orchestras. I coordinated four educational projects annually, led the celebration of the association's 40th anniversary, and personally taught at two seminars – a formative experience at the intersection of music education and organizational leadership.
President – Landesverband Baden-Württembergische Liebhaberorchester
From 2022 to 2024, I served as President of the State Association of Baden-Württemberg Amateur Orchestras. I coordinated four educational projects annually, led the celebration of the association's 40th anniversary, and personally taught at two seminars – a formative experience at the intersection of music education and organizational leadership.
Orchestra Director & Coach - Landesverband Baden-Württembergische Liebhaberorchester, e.V. (LBWL)
Since 2018, I have planned and directed the annual Orchestral Seminar of the State Association of Baden-Württemberg Amateur Orchestras – one of the largest events of its kind in the region. The seminar brings together musicians from across Europe and stands at the heart of my commitment to music education and community.
Orchestra Director & Coach - Landesverband Baden-Württembergische Liebhaberorchester, e.V. (LBWL)
Since 2018, I have planned and directed the annual Orchestral Seminar of the State Association of Baden-Württemberg Amateur Orchestras – one of the largest events of its kind in the region. The seminar brings together musicians from across Europe and stands at the heart of my commitment to music education and community.
Artistic Director – Orchesterverein Stuttgart
Since 2012, I have served as Artistic Director of the Orchesterverein Stuttgart, taking full responsibility for the ensemble's artistic direction – from programming and rehearsal scheduling to concert performance. The association stands for vibrant orchestral life in the heart of Stuttgart.
Artistic Director – Orchesterverein Stuttgart
Since 2012, I have served as Artistic Director of the Orchesterverein Stuttgart, taking full responsibility for the ensemble's artistic direction – from programming and rehearsal scheduling to concert performance. The association stands for vibrant orchestral life in the heart of Stuttgart.
Orchestra Director – Stuttgart Music School
Since August 2007, I have directed the orchestra program at the Stuttgart Music School. My ensembles include the JAM Ensemble, the String Orchestra, the Stuttgart Youth Symphony (JuSO), and the Young Chamber Orchestra of Stuttgart (JuKO). In addition to artistic and administrative leadership, I teach private conducting lessons and organize international orchestral concert tours.
Orchestra Director – Stuttgart Music School
Since August 2007, I have directed the orchestra program at the Stuttgart Music School. My ensembles include the JAM Ensemble, the String Orchestra, the Stuttgart Youth Symphony (JuSO), and the Young Chamber Orchestra of Stuttgart (JuKO). In addition to artistic and administrative leadership, I teach private conducting lessons and organize international orchestral concert tours.
Music Director – Leonberg Symphony Orchestra
Since 2006, I have served as Music Director of the Leonberg Symphony Orchestra, shaping its artistic program with four to five concerts per year. Through careful programming, rehearsal direction, and pre-concert lectures, I have contributed lasting impact to the region's musical life.
Music Director – Leonberg Symphony Orchestra
Since 2006, I have served as Music Director of the Leonberg Symphony Orchestra, shaping its artistic program with four to five concerts per year. Through careful programming, rehearsal direction, and pre-concert lectures, I have contributed lasting impact to the region's musical life.
Music Director – TonArt Symphony Orchestra Heidelberg
From October 2004 to February 2007, I served as Music Director of the TonArt Symphony Orchestra Heidelberg. This position marked the beginning of my professional conducting career and laid the groundwork for my leadership roles in Stuttgart and the surrounding region.
Music Director – TonArt Symphony Orchestra Heidelberg
From October 2004 to February 2007, I served as Music Director of the TonArt Symphony Orchestra Heidelberg. This position marked the beginning of my professional conducting career and laid the groundwork for my leadership roles in Stuttgart and the surrounding region.
Violinist – Civic Orchestra of Chicago, Northwest Indiana Symphony & South Bend Symphony
From January 1998 to January 1999, I gained hands-on orchestral experience as a violinist – with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago, the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra, and as Principal 2nd Violinist of the South Bend Symphony Orchestra. This time fundamentally shaped my understanding of the orchestra from the inside.
Violinist – Civic Orchestra of Chicago, Northwest Indiana Symphony & South Bend Symphony
From January 1998 to January 1999, I gained hands-on orchestral experience as a violinist – with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago, the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra, and as Principal 2nd Violinist of the South Bend Symphony Orchestra. This time fundamentally shaped my understanding of the orchestra from the inside.
President – Landesverband Baden-Württembergische Liebhaberorchester
From 2022 to 2024, I served as President of the State Association of Baden-Württemberg Amateur Orchestras. I coordinated four educational projects annually, led the celebration of the association's 40th anniversary, and personally taught at two seminars – a formative experience at the intersection of music education and organizational leadership.
Orchestra Director & Coach - Landesverband Baden-Württembergische Liebhaberorchester, e.V. (LBWL)
Since 2018, I have planned and directed the annual Orchestral Seminar of the State Association of Baden-Württemberg Amateur Orchestras – one of the largest events of its kind in the region. The seminar brings together musicians from across Europe and stands at the heart of my commitment to music education and community.
Artistic Director – Orchesterverein Stuttgart
Since 2012, I have served as Artistic Director of the Orchesterverein Stuttgart, taking full responsibility for the ensemble's artistic direction – from programming and rehearsal scheduling to concert performance. The association stands for vibrant orchestral life in the heart of Stuttgart.
Orchestra Director – Stuttgart Music School
Since August 2007, I have directed the orchestra program at the Stuttgart Music School. My ensembles include the JAM Ensemble, the String Orchestra, the Stuttgart Youth Symphony (JuSO), and the Young Chamber Orchestra of Stuttgart (JuKO). In addition to artistic and administrative leadership, I teach private conducting lessons and organize international orchestral concert tours.
Music Director – Leonberg Symphony Orchestra
Since 2006, I have served as Music Director of the Leonberg Symphony Orchestra, shaping its artistic program with four to five concerts per year. Through careful programming, rehearsal direction, and pre-concert lectures, I have contributed lasting impact to the region's musical life.
Music Director – TonArt Symphony Orchestra Heidelberg
From October 2004 to February 2007, I served as Music Director of the TonArt Symphony Orchestra Heidelberg. This position marked the beginning of my professional conducting career and laid the groundwork for my leadership roles in Stuttgart and the surrounding region.
Violinist – Civic Orchestra of Chicago, Northwest Indiana Symphony & South Bend Symphony
From January 1998 to January 1999, I gained hands-on orchestral experience as a violinist – with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago, the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra, and as Principal 2nd Violinist of the South Bend Symphony Orchestra. This time fundamentally shaped my understanding of the orchestra from the inside.