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The Craft that precedes Art sets out the musicianship requirements and physical gestures that have to be subconsciously embedded during formal training. |
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Roads to the rostrum covers the differing needs of a permanent or a guest contract, the pitfalls of building a programme and relationships, be they with the orchestra’s leader, soloists, composers, the audience or the critics. |
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In the theatre is about conducting for opera and dance as distinct from concert conducting, and the process of preparing opera for performance. |
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Janus on the podium is a resumé of how conductors came into being and how they evolved into the powerful figures they are today. |
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A pilgrim’s progress describes the author’s experience from his student days, to London, Glyndebourne and Australia as an example of how a career may unfold. |
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The Index and Glossary of Terms provides easy to understand explanations of tempo indications, the numerous dance styles, symphonic poems, etc. |
