Christoph Möckel

Christoph Möckel is a jazz saxophonist and lecturer at the Rostock University of Music and Drama since 2020. He specializes in Saxophone, Ensemble, and Improvisation instruction. Born in 1986 in Schwerin, he studied Jazz Saxophone at the Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln, graduating with distinction in 2011. His career includes collaborations with renowned artists and orchestras, such as the Cologne Contemporary Jazz Orchestra and performances at major festivals like Jazzahead Bremen and Jazzfest Bonn.

• Education: Jazz Saxophone (Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln, 2011)

His research interests focus on contemporary jazz performance, ensemble dynamics, and improvisation pedagogy. Over 20 CD recordings highlight his artistic contributions, including the debut album '

Awardees of the Echo Jazz Award and German Record Critics’ Prize, Möckel’s work has been featured on NDR, WDR, and ARTE. He has also performed with pop artists like Lena Meyer-Landruth at the Eurovision Song Contest.

• Awards: Echo Jazz Award, German Record Critics’ Prize

Active in both academic and performance realms, Möckel bridges teaching with professional jazz collaborations, contributing to Germany’s vibrant jazz scene.