The Breath of my Life

“WHAT TALENT! WHAT A MUSICIAN!
WHAT AN ADMIRABLE PERSON! ”
André Rieu, on Michel Tirabosco

An internationally renowned flautist, Michel Tirabosco tells his story in this book, navigating life with a disability alongside an exceptional career as a soloist. With humility, gratitude and even a touch of humour, he recounts the challenges he has overcome and the encounters that have allowed him to grow both personally and artistically.

He also recalls his childhood, sharing some poignant episodes in which, despite all his physical difficulties, Michel skis, rides a moped and surrounds himself with a cheerful band of adventure-loving friends. It is as if the difference, which could have isolated him, makes him even stronger. Yet everything is a challenge when you have a physique that isn’t quite ‘within the norm’, starting with the way others look at you, which is never easy to bear.

A true lesson in courage, all set to music, as the book is punctuated with references to popular songs and classical tunes – to be listened to if you wish to continue sharing the experience with the artist.