Meet the ATCA Board
About
Benjamin Mitchell
ATCA Board member since 2020
Benjamin Mitchell is an Alexander Technique teacher based in Dublin Ireland. He came to the Technique through music, initially looking for more ease in performance, and quickly developed a much deeper interest in how awareness, coordination, and habit shape everything we do.
Benjamin trained at the Alexander Training Institute of Los Angeles and is guided by a spirit of curiosity and careful observation in his teaching.
He has a particular interest in helping people navigate high-pressure situations—performances, auditions, and the subtle challenges of sustaining a career over time. His approach is grounded and collaborative, with an emphasis on exploring the principles of the Alexander Technique through real-world contexts.
Alongside his teaching, Benjamin maintains an active performing career as a clarinetist. He is the founder and president of the Kaleidoscope Chamber Orchestra, and was named by Musical America as one of the most innovative people in classical music. His work has been featured by ABC News, the Huffington Post, the Los Angeles Times, Performance Today, and the Washington Post.
Benjamin has taught at institutions including the Colburn School, Lucerne Festival Academy, Oberlin Conservatory, and the University of Southern California, among others. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of California at Los Angeles and graduate degrees from Rice University, Indiana University, Zürcher Hochschule der Künste, the University of Southern California, and the Royal Academy of Music.
Benjamin has served on the ATCA Board since 2021 and is a member of AmSAT, ISATT, and STAT. He values collaborations within the Alexander community and the chance to share this work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.