Penthesilea On Air

In this podcast episode, I have the privilege of speaking with Elizabeth Rowe, a talented flutist who made the bold decision to leave her role as principal flutist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra after two decades. Elizabeth shares with us her deep-seated reasons for pursuing a path filled with new meanings outside the world of classical performance. We dive into the emotional

In today's episode of the "Penthesilea On Air"-Podcast, I engage in a detailed conversation with Roman Rindberger. Roman, a valued head coach for trumpet students at our Penthesilea Academy, is also a skilled instructor of the transformative Wim Hof method. Throughout our dialogue, he sheds light on how this method is particularly beneficial for musicians, focusing on

In this enlightening episode, I am joined by Dr. Katja Schlemitz, a renowned Vienna-based doctor with a passion for holistic health care for musicians. Together, we dive deep into pressing health issues musicians often face, such as the battle against sleep disorders and the toll of stress on the immune system. Dr. Katya shares her wealth of knowledge on the transformative impact o

In this engaging first podcast episode, I, Karin Bonelli, flutist with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and founder of Penthesilea Academy, delve into a meaningful conversation with Barry Green, renowned for his time with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and his impactful book, "The Inner Game of Music." Our discussion spans the crucial role of mindset in enhancing stag

Welcome to Penthesilea On Air, the podcast for classical musicians seeking to enhance their artistry, performance, and well-being. I'm Karin Bonelli, and I'm here to share the essence of our journey together through Penthesilea Academy, and this podcast. My vision is to create a space for passionate musicians who are eager to grow beyond the conventional boundaries of class