Philippe Neveu is a musician specialized in woodwinds in particular the South French oboe (Hautbois Languedocien) but also contrabass and bass Sarrusophones, alto and sopranino Saxophones, and others.  Besides he sings, and he plays the French traditional drum “Tambour de joutes”. 

He appears in many different contexts, both as musician - traditional music, jazz, improvisational and experimental music, but also as an arranger, composer and artistic leader in connection with musical encounters, masterclasses and workshops. He has written an educational method for the oboe: “Méthode Pédagogique de Hautbois Languedocien” and he has received a diploma as state authorized music teacher “Diplôme d’Etat de Professeur de Musique”.  

Philippe Neveu has made several studio recordings, toured in most of Europe and participated in several jazz- and world music festivals , but also festivals for Street theatre, contemporary circus and modern dance. 

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1973 – 1983 Self-taught on piano, organ and guitar. Genres: Variety, rock, jazz and traditional Mediterranean music etc.   1984 Takes interest in the oboe from the region Languedoc. He makes a thorough research on the history of the instrument, participates in workshops concerning traditional music from Languedoc and studies the variety of playing techniques that are used when playing ethnic oboes around the world. 1990 Takes courses at the "Institut Musical de Formation Professionnelle".