BERLIN-BASED SUPPORT GROUP FOR TOURING MUSICIANS

Touring can be exhilarating, meaningful, and creatively fulfilling — and at the same time, it can be lonely, exhausting, and emotionally disorienting. Many musicians quietly carry the weight of constant travel, unstable income, relational strain, burnout, or the simple challenge of trying to stay grounded while living an ungrounded life.

I’m hosting a small, in-person support group in Berlin for musicians who are dealing with the realities of touring and long-term artistic work. This is not therapy. It’s a peer space: honest conversation, shared experience, and practical strategies for navigating the emotional, creative, and logistical pressures that come with life on the road.

Who this is for

• Musicians who tour regularly or seasonally

• Artists balancing travel with family, partners, or other responsibilities

• Anyone feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or stuck in old patterns while touring

• People looking to connect with others who understand the lifestyle without needing an explanation

What we’ll do

• Share experiences openly in a confidential setting

• Explore tools for emotional regulation, self-care, presence, and resilience

• Discuss relationships, creative identity, purpose, and the “after the gig” crash

• Exchange practical tips for healthier touring habits

• Support each other’s processes without judgement or pressure

What this group is not

• Therapy or professional counselling

• A networking event

• A place where you need to impress, prove yourself, or be “doing great”

Format & Logistics

• Small group (5–10 people)

• Meeting once per month

• Approx. 2 hours

• Location: Berlin (address provided upon registration)

The group is free for now. Donations are welcome but not expected.

Why I’m doing this

After decades of touring internationally as a composer, performer, and educator, I’ve seen how much musicians (incl. myself) struggle — often silently — with stress, fatigue, relationship challenges, financial pressure, and the emotional turbulence that comes with constant movement. Alongside my musical work, I’ve spent many years studying psychology, creative-process work, and coaching methods, and I regularly support artists in navigating their inner landscape as much as their craft. This group brings those two sides together: lived experience and psychological insight, shared honestly and without hierarchy. If you feel drawn to join, you’re welcome.

Interested?

If this resonates with you, please get in touch through the contact form. I’ll send you more information and the details for your first meeting.