Holger Wangerin

Prof. Dr. Holger Wangerin is a lecturer in violin, chamber music, and literature studies at the University of Music and Theatre Rostock. He holds a doctorate from the Charité Berlin and the University of Rostock, supported by the Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes and the State of Berlin. His expertise spans performance, musicology, and pedagogy.

Educations:

• Violin studies with Prof. Jörg Hofmann and Prof. Ilan Gronich
• Musicology and Philosophy at universities in Freiburg and Berlin
• Medical studies and doctorate at Charité Berlin and University of Rostock

Research Interests: Wangerin focuses on violin performance, chamber music pedagogy, and the intersection of musicology with philosophical inquiry. His teaching emphasizes practical and theoretical mastery, fostering students for orchestral and solo careers.

Awards:

• Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes Scholarship
• Berlin Postgraduate Scholarship

Teaching & Mentorship: He mentors students in Rostock, Brescia, and Peru, with advisees securing positions in top orchestras. Regularly collaborates with the Young Academy Rostock and Talent Music Summer Courses.

Performance Highlights: Performs at festivals in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Rheingau, Salzburg, and internationally, including Tokyo, Seoul, and Vienna with his string quartet.