PODCAST

Playing & Living with Ease

Welcome to the Playing and Living with Ease Podcast - a space where the

Art of Music meets the Art of Life!


Here, we explore the deeper layers of being a musician - beyond the notes, into the heart of creativity, purpose, and personal growth.

 

Tune in for conversations that inspire, challenge, and support you on your journey - as an artist and as a human.

 

If you're a classical musician - or simply someone who draws inspiration from the world of classical music - you're in the right place.


Join me as we explore, reflect, and discover your unique path within, and beyond the music.
Let’s find Your Way, together.

 

I am here to inspire you, to give you the tools to play with ease, live fully within the world of music, and uncover the deeper meaning it brings to your life.


Because music is not just what we do — it is how we grow, connect, and become who we truly are.

 

You will find this Podcast on all major platforms.

SR Music with Style announces collaboration with fashion designer Jelena Bin Drai. Collaboration has started in 2019, when I was wearing Jelena’s dress at the Gala Opening Concert of the Al Bustan festival in Beirut.
Idea of the project is connecting two arts – art of music with art of style. Connecting visual aspect of our performance and matching it with musical idea of the piece I am performing. I have recognized reflection of my own personal style and vision of the artistic music I aim to present at my concerts in Jelena’s sophisticated dresses. My strong belief is that Art is in every segment of our life. And our Style on the stage reflects Art that we carry within ourselves.
I believe I can influence young female musicians to take care and nourish their own style through the self – consciousness of the position we want to establish in the world of performing arts and message we are sending in this way.

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Orchestra Academy Coach

Collaborations with Youth Orchestras

 

 

"Only those who have discovered the power of sincere contribution can experience the greatest joy in life"

 

Anthony Robbins

 

 


As a coach for youth orchestras, I’ve seen firsthand how a true team is built - not just through talent, but through support, empathy, personal connection and a shared commitment to something greater than ourselves.

 

 

It’s about more than just Music.

 

 

It’s about learning to listen, to lift each other up, and to grow together - as musicians, and as people while creating

beautiful Music.

 

 

„Najveću životnu radost mogu da dožive samo oni koji su otkrili moć iskrenog davanja.“

 

Anthony Robbins

 

 

 

Kao kouč omladinskih orkestara, uverila sam se da se pravi tim gradi na temeljima podrške, empatije i zajedničke posvećenosti, što je mnogo važnije od pukog talenta.

 

Kroz muziku pre svega učite da slušate, da se međusobno osnažujete i rastete zajedno, kako u profesionalnom, tako i u ličnom smislu.

"Sanja Romich’s contributions to FAME'S Institute have been extraordinary. As an oboist, soloist and professor at the Academy of Music in Novi Sad, her expertise and dedication have left a lasting impression on both the participants and the program itself.

 

During her engagements as a mentor for orchestral courses, Sanja worked closely with young musicians, particularly wind instrumentalists, preparing them for the final concerts that mark the culmination of each Orchestral Course. Her teaching extended far beyond rehearsals for the concert program; she also addressed essential aspects of orchestral performance, including chamber music collaboration and preparation for orchestra auditions. 

 

One of the highlights of her mentorship was the individual lessons she offered to oboists. These sessions proved crucial for the students’ development, offering them personalized guidance from a musician with exceptional sensitivity and wide musical expertise.

 

Sanja’s ability to connect with participants fostered an environment where musicians not only refined their technical and artistic skills, but also explored broader challenges. Her presence at FAME'S was met with great enthusiasm and appreciation from everyone who had the privilege to work with her".

 

FAME'S - Orchestral Performing Institute

 

„Doprinosi Sanje Romić FAME'S Institutu bili su izuzetni. Kao oboistkinja, solistkinja i profesorka na Akademiji umetnosti u Novom Sadu, njena stručnost i posvećenost ostavili su trajan utisak na učesnike i sam program.

 

Tokom angažovanja kao mentorke na orkestarskim kursevima, Sanja je blisko sarađivala sa mladim muzičarima, posebno duvačima, pripremajući ih za završne koncerte koji predstavljaju kulminaciju svakog orkestarskog kursa. Njeno podučavanje prevazilazilo je puke probe za koncertni program- posvetila se i ključnim aspektima orkestarskog izvođenja, uključujući saradnju u kamernoj muzici i pripremu za audicije za orkestar.

 

Jedan od vrhunaca njenog mentorstva bili su individualni časovi koje je nudila oboistima. Ove sesije su se pokazale ključnim za razvoj studenata, pružajući im personalizovane smernice od muzičara sa izuzetnom senzibilnošću i širokim muzičkim znanjem.

 

Sanjina sposobnost da se poveže sa učesnicima stvorila je okruženje u kojem su muzičari ne samo usavršavali svoje tehničke i umetničke veštine, već su istraživali i šire izazove. Njeno prisustvo na FAME'S-u naišlo je na veliko oduševljenje i zahvalnost svih koji su imali privilegiju da rade s njom.“

 

FAME'S - Orchestral Performing Institute

 

Coaching for Musicians

Individual Sessions

 

 

What is Coaching?

 

 

 

Are you a musician grappling with challenges, doubts, or a desire for change?

 

You're not alone. Many musicians face unique hurdles on their artistic journeys.

 

 

  • Worried about your future in the music industry?
  • Struggling with stage fright or giving your best at auditions?
  • Having issues with colleagues in your orchestra or chamber group?
  • Considering a change in your musical direction and need support to find your own path?

 

 

If any of these resonate with you, coaching can help.

 

 

What is Coaching?

 

A coach is your dedicated guide and supporter, helping you clarify your dreams, release fears, and discover the answers that truly align with your inner voice. It's not about being taught, but rather being thoughtfully guided to find your own solutions. A professional coach is trained to listen deeply, hear what is beneath the surface of your thoughts, and ask the right questions to unlock your own answers. It is about meaningful conversation and a tailored approach to your unique situation and personal needs within the individual sessions.

 

 

Why am I right Coach for You? 

 

My journey in music has been incredibly diverse, giving me a deep understanding of the unique challenges and triumphs musicians face. I've experienced the demanding world of an orchestra musician, sense of being a soloist, and the intricate dynamics of chamber music. Beyond performing, I have also dedicated myself to teaching as a professor, guiding aspiring musicians, and honed my organizational skills by managing various musical events as my own business.

 

 

Through these varied experiences, I have navigated countless changes and transformations, often relying on the power of coaching myself. It empowered me to overcome obstacles, clarify my vision, and move forward with confidence. Witnessing these profound benefits firsthand, I was inspired to delve deeper into the profession, leading me to become a certified professional coach in 2023.

 

 

I am passionate about helping musicians who are ready and brave enough to tackle their own challenges. We all encounter doubts, but the difference between successful and less successful musicians often lies in those who dare to confront those doubts and fearlessly pursue their dreams.

 

 

It's easy to get confused between what is "normal" or expected and what your inner voice is telling you. Learning to listen to that voice, trust it, and sometimes adjust it for your own benefit, is an act of courage. This path can feel solitary, and that is precisely when the support of a like-minded person can make all the difference – especially when you feel stuck, doubt yourself, or believe certain aspirations are out of reach.

 

 

 

If you can wish for something,

you have the capacity to achieve it!

 

 

 

All you need is a clear vision, a strategic plan, and the right support along the way when you need it the most. Coaches are those people.

 

 

If these are your themes, you have questions and want to see if coaching is right for you, feel free to contact me and book your non- obligatory chat to see how can I support you.

 

 

I am looking forward hearing from you.

 

 

Šta je koučing?

 

 

 

Boriš se sa izazovima, sumnjama ili željom za promenom?

 

Mnogi muzičari se susreću sa različitim izazovima na svom umetničkom putu.

 

 

  • Kakva je budućnost u muzičkoj industriji?

  • Borba sa tremom i javnim nastupima, ne uspevate da pružite najbolje od sebe na audicijama?

  • Imate problema sa kolegama u orkestru ili kamernom ansamblu?

  • Razmišljate o promeni muzičkog pravca i potrebna vam je podrška da pronađete svoj put?

 

Ako vas bilo šta od ovoga muči, koučing vam može pomoći.

 

 

Ko je kouč?

 

 

Kouč je vaš posvećeni vodič i podrška, neko ko vam pomaže da razjasnite šta je ono što želite, nađete vaš način da to ostvarite, oslobodite se strahova i otkrijete odgovore koji su zaista u skladu sa vašim unutrašnjim glasom. Ne radi se o tome da vas neko uči, već da vas promišljeno vodi ka pronalaženju sopstvenih rešenja.

 

Profesionalni kouč je obučen da sluša duboko, da čuje ono što se krije ispod površine vaših misli i da postavlja prava pitanja kako bi vam pomogao da otključate svoje odgovore. U pitanju je smislen razgovor i pristup prilagođen vašoj jedinstvenoj situaciji i ličnim potrebama unutar individualnih sesija.

 

 

Zašto izabrati mene za svog kouča?

 

 

Moje muzičko putovanje je izuzetno raznoliko, što mi je dalo duboko razumevanje jedinstvenih izazova i trijumfa sa kojima se muzičari suočavaju. Iskusila sam zahtevni svet orkestarskog muzičara, osećaj soliste i složenu dinamiku kamerne muzike. Pored izvođenja, posvetila sam se i nastavi kao profesor, vodeći mlade muzičare, a svoje organizacione veštine sam brusila upravljanjem raznim muzičkim događajima.

 

 

Kroz sva ova iskustva, prošla sam kroz bezbroj promena i transformacija, često se oslanjajući na moć samog koučinga. On mi je omogućio da prevaziđem prepreke, razjasnim svoju viziju i krenem napred sa samopouzdanjem. Svedočeći ovim dubokim benefitima, bila sam inspirisana da se posvetim ovoj profesiji, što me je 2023. godine dovelo do toga da postanem sertifikovani profesionalni kouč.

 

 

Želim da pomognem muzičarima koji su spremni i dovoljno hrabri da se suoče sa sopstvenim izazovima. Svi se susrećemo sa sumnjama, ali razlika između uspešnih i manje uspešnih muzičara često leži u onima koji se usuđuju da se suoče sa tim sumnjama i neustrašivo slede svoje snove.

 

 

Lako je zbuniti se između onoga što je „normalno“ ili očekivano i onoga što vam vaš unutrašnji glas govori. Naučiti da slušate taj glas, da mu verujete i ponekad ga prilagodite za sopstvenu dobrobit, jeste čin hrabrosti. Ovaj put može da deluje usamljeno, i upravo tada podrška slične osobe može napraviti razliku – posebno kada sumnjate u sebe, ne znate kako dalje ili verujete da su određene težnje nedostižne.

 

Ako možete nešto da poželite,

imate kapacitet da to i postignete!

 

 

Sve što vam je potrebno je jasna vizija, strateški plan i prava podrška na tom putu, u trenucima kada vam je najpotrebnija. Koučevi su ti ljudi.

 

 

Ako su ovo i vaše teme, imate pitanja i želite da vidite da li je koučing pravi izbor za vas, kontaktirajte me i zakažite neobavezan razgovor da se upoznamo i vidimo na koji način vam mogu pomoći.

 

 

"Maybe at the very beginning I wasn't fully aware of how much working with Sanja would influence my perspective on the way I practice, as well as my interpretation. But I believed that working on myself in this way was something I owed myself. Coaching helped me discover what I want to offer through my art and how to achieve it. On that journey, Sanja guided me with her knowledge, experience, and patience, opening up new possibilities for my progress and new insights. Connecting thoughts, desires, new solutions, and previous knowledge led me to a new level of focus, enjoyment, and ease in music creation.

Knowledge and self-awareness is power, and whenever it calls to us, it means it'll be applied somewhere. It's up to you to try and see where it takes you."

 

Milena Stankovic, bassoon

„U početku možda nisam bila svesna koliko će mi rad sa Sanjom promeniti pristup vežbanju i interpretaciji. Ipak, znala sam da sam sebi dugujem da uložim u ovakav rad na sebi. Koučing mi je pomogao da osvestim šta želim da ponudim kroz svoju umetnost i kako to da ostvarim.

Sanja me je na tom putu vodila svojim znanjem, iskustvom i strpljenjem, otvarajući mi nove puteve za napredak i duboke uvide. Povezivanje mojih misli, želja, novih rešenja i znanja koje sam već imala dovelo me je do novog nivoa fokusa, uživanja i lakoće u stvaranju muzike.

Znanje i samosvest su istinska snaga, a kad god nas pozivaju da im se posvetimo, znači da će biti primenjeni u nekom segmentu života. Na vama je samo da pokušate i vidite kuda će vas to putovanje odvesti.“

 

Milena Stanković, fagot

Playing and Living with Ease

Group Career Mentorship Program for Musicians

 

 

Master Yourself, so you can

PLay and Live with Ease

 

 

Many musicians are often caught in traditional patterns of music-making, unsure of how to move beyond them.


Without a clear vision or direction, the professional music path can feel uncertain and overwhelming.

 

Questions like:

 

  • Can I really make a living from this?

 

  • Is it truly worth pursuing?

 

 

These doubts often have little to do with the instrument itself - and everything to do with mindset, self-worth, and support.

 

In today’s world, music education must evolve.
We need more than technique. We need purpose, perspective, and personal growth.

 

 

Good news is....


There is always a way forward.


It takes time, persistence, and the will to grow, but most importantly, it takes someone by your side.

 

In a supportive community of like-minded musicians, guided by a holistic approach, you’ll find the space to explore your potential and create real, lasting change.

 

Information is everywhere, strategies are easy to find.

But sustainable progress requires personalized support.

 

 

You don’t have to do it alone.

 


Contact me for a free introductory chat to discuss your needs.

 

 

You can secure your spot in the next group Mastermind program and join a community of musicians who are building their own unique professional careers in music.

 

 

Ovladajte sobom da biste

svirali i živeli s lakoćom!

 

 

Mladi muzičari često su zarobljeni u tradicionalnim obrascima muziciranja i ne znaju kako da idu dalje i drugačije od

konvencionalnih načina muzičke karijere. Bez jasne vizije i smera, profesionalni put može delovati neizvestan i bez perspektive.

 

 

Počinju da se javljaju pitanja:

 

  • Mogu li zaista da živim od muzike?
  • Da li je vredno ulagati toliko truda?

 

Ove sumnje retko su vezane za sam instrument – one su posledica načina razmišljanja, vere, samopoštovanja, uvida u drugačije načine rada i nedostatka podrške na putu promene.

 

 

Na grupnom Mastermind programu radimo na svim profesionalnim karijernim aspektima i ličnom razvoju, u podržavajućoj zajednici muzičara koji su na istom putu.

 

Potrebno nam je više od same tehnike. Potrebna nam je svrha, perspektiva, lični razvoj i grupa podržavajućih ljudi oko nas.

 

Uvek postoji način da se napreduje i menja.

 

Sve što vam treba su pravi način, neko ko je bio na tom mestu, prošao taj put da vas vodi, kao i prava sredina da vas na njemu podrži. Vreme, istrajnost i volja tada daju željene rezultate.

 

U podržavajućoj zajednici muzičara sličnih shvatanja, vođenoj holističkim pristupom, dobićete prostor da istražite svoj potencijal i ostvarite istinsku i trajnu promenu.

 

Informacije su svuda, a strategije se lako pronalaze. Ipak, održiv napredak zahteva personalizovanu podršku onda kada je najpotrebnija- tokom perioda promene i tranzicije.

 

Ovladajte sobom – i otkrijte kako da svirate, nastupate i živite s pravom lakoćom.

 

 

Kontaktirajte me za neobavezni uvodni razgovor da vidimo koje su vaše potrebe, kako bi osigurali sebi mesto na narednom grupnom Mastermind programu.

 

 

Postanite deo zajednice muzičara koji kreiraju svoj jedinstveni profesionalni put u muzici.

Back to Basics

Online course for Oboists

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Povratak osnovama

Kurs za oboiste

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Audition with Ease

And it is all about mastering Yourself

 

You have finished your studies and are pursuing orchestral auditions?

 

 

Preparing for auditions is a deeply complex process- one that goes far beyond mastering your instrument. It is not just about how well you play, but also how well you know yourself.

 

True readiness comes from working on all aspects of your being: your mindset, emotional resilience, body awareness, and daily habits - alongside disciplined musical practice.

 

As a certified professional coach and Alexander Technique practitioner, I offer a unique, multidisciplinary approach that supports musicians in a truly transformative way.

 

My method integrates:

 

  • Program preparation
  • Mental preparation
  • Somatic awareness and alignment
  • Coaching principles for personal growth

 

 

This innovative system helps uncover and release unconscious self-sabotaging patterns, reduce physical tension, and cultivate clarity, confidence, and authenticity, both on stage and off stage.

 

The result is long-term, sustainable change that supports not just audition success, but your full development as a musician and human being.

 

 

Auditions are more than performance, they are process in which you change and evolve.

 


For anything that is holding you back- there is a solution.

 

And You do not need to do it alone. 

 

 

Imagine having an experienced professional by your side, a musician who has walked that path, as well as certified coach ready to empower you through every challenge when you need it.

 

Building the resilience to navigate critical moments is very important part of the process.

 

Work with each musician means tailoring program specifically for your unique needs and help you confidently step onto that audition stage.

 

 

Audition Preparation - A Holistic Approach

 

 

We go deep. Transform your preparation, so that you can own your path.

 

Work with a coach who understands both the artistry and the inner journey.

 

Ways of working: online and offline 

 


Contact me and schedule an Ouverture Call as a free introductory session to explore your goals, challenges, and how this holistic approach can support your journey - both musically and personally.

 

I look forward to meeting you!

 

Da li ste završili studije i pripremate se za audicije za orkestar?

 

 

Priprema za audicije je izuzetno složen proces koji zahteva mnogo više od samog sviranja instrumenta. Ne radi se samo o tome koliko dobro svirate, već i o tome koliko dobro poznajete sebe i koliko uspešno vladate sobom u stresnim situacijama.

 

Istinska spremnost dolazi iz rada na svim aspektima vašeg bića: na načinu razmišljanja, emocionalnoj otpornosti, svesnosti tela i svakodnevnim navikama, uporedo sa disciplinovanim muzičkim vežbanjem.

 

Kao sertifikovani profesionalni kouč i praktičar Aleksanderove tehnike, nudim jedinstven, multidisciplinaran pristup koji pruža istinski transformišuću podršku muzičarima.

 

Moja metoda integriše:

 

  • Pripremu programa

  • Mentalnu pripremu

  • Svesnost i pravilna upotreba tela 

  • Koučing principe za lični razvoj

 

Ovaj inovativni sistem pomaže u otkrivanju i oslobađanju podsvesnih sabotirajućih obrazaca, smanjuje fizičku napetost, dovodi do jasnoće, samopouzdanja i autentičnosti, kako na sceni, tako i u svakodnevnom životu.

 

Rezultat je dugoročna i održiva promena koja podržava ne samo uspeh na audiciji, već i vaš potpuni razvoj muzičara i ličnosti.

 

Audicije su više od samog izvođenja- one su proces tokom koga se vi menjate i razvijate.

 

Za sve što vas koči- postoji rešenje.

I ne morate sami da ga traćite.

 

 

Zamislite da pored sebe imate iskusnog profesionalca muzičara koji je prošao tim putem, ujedno i sertifikovanog kouča spremnog da vam pruži podršku u svakom izazovu, onda kada vam je najpotrebnija- u periodu kada se audicija dešava. Građenje otpornosti za suočavanje sa ključnim trenucima je veoma važan deo ovog procesa i on zahteva vreme, koje valja uzeti pre željene audicije.

 

Rad sa svakim muzičarem podrazumeva kreiranje programa posebno prilagođenog njegovim jedinstvenim potrebama, sa ciljem da samouvereno zakorači na scenu za audiciju.

 

Priprema za audiciju je holistički pristup koji neguje individualnost kroz celoviti pristup ličnosti

 

Zajedno idemo u dubinu, gde transformišete sve što vam ne služi, pojačavamo vaše jake strane, kako biste imali potpunu kontrolu nad svojim putem.

 

Radite sa koučem koji razume i umetnost i unutrašnji put.

 

Način rada: Onlajn i uživo

 

Kontaktirajte me i zakažite uvodni, besplatni „Uvertira razgovor“ kako bismo istražili vaše ciljeve, izazove i videli kako ovaj holistički pristup može podržati vaš uspeh – kako u muzici, tako i privatno.

 

Radujem se našem susretu!

Working with Sanja for oboe auditions has been an exceptional experience. We worked online lessons for several weeks to improve my skills and could do my best on auditions.


Despite the lessons being online, Sanja maintains a high standard of sound and communication. Her expertise, attention to details, and personalized approach make her an outstanding teacher and musician.


She demonstrated a deep understanding of both the technical and musical demands of orchestral auditions. She offers clear, practical strategies how to make most out of the audition experience.


Whether it’s phrasing, intonation, articulation, or reed choices, I could always count on her experience and professional opinion. We worked not just the technical issues of the oboe playing but the mental preparation
as well. She helped me to figure out my personal practice routine and time management. From the very first lesson, Sanja made me follow a plan for the lessons. It helped me to have time to work on all the pieces and excerpts.Thanks to Sanja’s guidance, I’ve gained not only improved control in my playing but also a greater sense of confidence in performance. Her insights into audition psychology and preparation routines have been incredibly useful, helping me feel more focused and prepared going into auditions.


I highly recommend Sanja to any oboist preparing for auditions, competitions or concerts. Her knowledge, encouragement, and lovely personality truly make a
difference.

 

Mirjam Hodossy Takacs (Hungary)

„Rad sa Sanjom na pripremama za audicije za obou bio je izuzetno iskustvo. Nekoliko nedelja smo radile onlajn časove kako bih usavršila svoje veštine i dala sve od sebe na audicijama.

Uprkos tome što su časovi bili onlajn, Sanja je održavala visok standard zvuka i komunikacije. Njena stručnost, posvećenost detaljima i individualizovan pristup čine je izuzetnom profesorkom i muzičarkom.

Pokazala je duboko razumevanje tehničkih i muzičkih zahteva orkestarskih audicija. Nudila je jasne i praktične strategije kako da se izvuče maksimum iz samog iskustva audicije.

Bilo da se radi o fraziranju, intonaciji, artikulaciji ili izboru pisaka, uvek sam mogla da računam na njeno iskustvo i profesionalno mišljenje. Radile smo ne samo na tehničkim problemima sviranja oboe, već i na mentalnoj pripremi. Pomogla mi je da osmislim ličnu rutinu vežbanja i upravljanje vremenom. Od prvog časa, Sanja me je navela da pratim plan časova, što mi je pomoglo da imam dovoljno vremena da radim na svim komadima i deonicama.

Zahvaljujući Sanjinom vođstvu, stekla sam ne samo bolju kontrolu nad sviranjem, već i veće samopouzdanje tokom izvođenja. Njeni uvidi u psihologiju audicija i rutine pripreme bili su neverovatno korisni, pomogavši mi da se osećam usredsređenije i spremnije pred audiciju.

Toplo preporučujem Sanju svakom oboisti koji se priprema za audicije, takmičenja ili koncerte. Njeno znanje, ohrabrenje i divna ličnost zaista čine razliku.“

 

Mirjam Hodoši Takač (Mađarska)

Umetnost slušanja

Onlajn kurs- upoznaj svet klasične muzike

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