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however, I have to wonder if the world of jazz is more illustrative of leadership than orchestral music? it certainly resonates that way for me, and I have written accordingly on my blog

however, I have to wonder if the world of jazz is more illustrative of leadership than orchestral music? it certainly resonates that way for me, and I have written accordingly on my blog

When John Williams resigned as conductor of the Boston Pops, there was a televised tribute in which Richard Dreyfuss attempted to conduct the orchestra playing one of the cues from "Jaws." The orchestra sounded lousy. Then Maestro Williams took the baton and everything fell into place. This little stunt—obviously scripted—was endearing, but it suggested that great conductors are great because of what they do in front of an audience.

Yes, competent and passionate leading during performances is a big part of conducting, but as SusanE points out, most of the work is done during rehearsals. It's a tedious process that often requires a lot of repetition until the orchestra arrives at the conductor's musical vision, or as close to it as possible (and it goes without saying that they can't even begin to realize that vision until the mechanics—correct notes, rhythm, etc.—are intact). It is this tireless attention to detail during rehearsals that makes great conductors great.

When John Williams resigned as conductor of the Boston Pops, there was a televised tribute in which Richard Dreyfuss attempted to conduct the orchestra playing one of the cues from "Jaws." The orchestra sounded lousy. Then Maestro Williams took the baton and everything fell into place. This little stunt—obviously scripted—was endearing, but it suggested that great conductors are great because of what they do in front of an audience.

Yes, competent and passionate leading during performances is a big part of conducting, but as SusanE points out, most of the work is done during rehearsals. It's a tedious process that often requires a lot of repetition until the orchestra arrives at the conductor's musical vision, or as close to it as possible (and it goes without saying that they can't even begin to realize that vision until the mechanics—correct notes, rhythm, etc.—are intact). It is this tireless attention to detail during rehearsals that makes great conductors great.

Coductor is the one, who will be correcting mistakes and finding a way out if ballet or opera performers fail to keep the rythm or miss the beginning of the actions.

Conductor is usually the last to get to the stage for applause if ever…and usually gives credit to his players first

Coductor is the one, who will be correcting mistakes and finding a way out if ballet or opera performers fail to keep the rythm or miss the beginning of the actions.

Conductor is usually the last to get to the stage for applause if ever…and usually gives credit to his players first

http://blog.threestarleadership.com/2009/05/20/52…

Wally Bock