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How to give a cue: preparation and release for orchestra and singers
Giving a cue is one of the conductor’s jobs. A clear cue consists of 2 parts: preparation and release. Eye contact, as well as breathing, is crucial.
Tempo changes in conducting
Choosing the tempo is already a big challenge for a conductor. What if you need to change the tempo, instantly or gradually? How do you do it technically?
How to talk to an orchestra during a rehearsal
How do you address an orchestra efficiently? What should you avoid? Rehearsal time is precious: here are some tips on how to get the most out of it.
Conducting technique: the power of the left hand
From colors to solos, there is a world of opportunities that gives the conductor’s left hand a chance to create a technique that is really unique.
The baton: a conductor’s tool
How do you choose a baton? Does the baton grip matter? Which do orchestral players prefer, conductors who use it, or those who do not?
Conducting technique: an introduction (And Why It Matters)
Why do some conductors think that conducting technique is superfluous? What if, instead of a simple set of rules, the music made the technique?
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10 chapters, practical exercises, and examples with scores: this video course produced for iClassical-Academy will show you, through a bar-by-bar analysis of excerpts ranging from Mozart to Mahler and Copland, how to build your own technique in the most logical and effective way.
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