Practical Resources
to Support Music, Wellness and Creative Recovery
Musician Wellness Tools Backed by Science & Practice
About Us
Music isn’t just a hobby it’s a lifeline.
We’re here to help you find it and protect it.
Gentle Octaves is where music meets recovery, one small step at a time.We create practical, musician-focused wellness tools that help you play with less pain, more confidence, and deeper joy — no matter your age, background, or ability.
Founded by a lifelong Musician and Manual Osteopath with a background in Psychology and Rehabilitation and over 20 years hands on experience in healthcare.
• Evidence-informed stretch and recovery guides for musicians
• Adaptive approaches for those with arthritis, old injuries, or physical limitations or mental blocks
• A growing library of digital tools for pain-free playing and creative momentum
Our digital guides are built on real clinical experience and designed for real-life practice — short, simple routines that respect your time, your body, and your craft.
Our mission is to support adult musicians:
especially those navigating injury, tension, arthritis, or self-doubt.Whether you’re picking up your instrument again after years away
or pushing through long practice sessions, we’ve been there,
and we have the solutions to help
Products
Sing Without Fear:
A 5 day Starter Guide to break free from Singing Anxiety
Created by a Manual Osteopath and Psychology graduate, Sing Without Fear is your evidence-based, step-by-step guide to reclaiming your voice.Conquer singing anxiety in just 5 days with practical exercises and insights grounded in science and personal experience.
Sing Without Fear Workbook: Key Exercises and Lessons
Coming soon!
5 Minute Hand
& Forearm Stretch Routine
This warm-up and recovery tool combines evidence-based stretches to prevent pain, reduce tension and keep your hands and wrists healthy.In just five minutes, you'll improve mobility and resilience — so you can perform with confidence. Created by Manual Osteopath.
Pain Free Guitar: A beginners Guide to proper playing technique and posture
Created by a Manual Osteopath and lifelong musician, this beginner’s guide teaches proper guitar technique and posture so you can play without pain.Whether you’re returning to music after injury or just starting out, you’ll learn ergonomic habits that protect your body and unlock long‑term progress.
Guitar Comfort Secrets:
Stop Playing in Pain — Discover the Guitar Comfort Secrets That Keep You Playing for Life
Your guitar sessions end with sore fingers, aching wrists, or stiff shoulders, you’re not alone. Over 70% of guitarists quit early not because they lack talent, but because discomfort makes practice a chore.The good news? Most of that pain is preventable with tiny adjustments you can make today.
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