On Becoming a Conductor: Lessons and Meditations on the Art of Conducting

by Frank Battisti

(Meredith Music Resource). This incredible book by one of the world's foremost authorities on conducting contains no conducting patterns, and no advice on how to conduct any piece. Instead, it focuses on the skills, knowledge and experiences needed to become and function as a conductor-teacher. "This text is a 'must have' for all serious musicians. It captures the legacy and wisdom of one of the most important conductors of our time. This is what can happen when a focused and inquisitive mind meets up with a uniquely creative imagination." Eugene Migliaro Corporon, Director of Wind Studies, College of Music University of North Texas

Genres: Music, Nonfiction

184 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2007

Reviews

[Colleen Crayton · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an easy read. I wouldn't call it a ground breaking book, and I don't think it's meant to be. It's more of a refresher that I think does good when you're feeling tired or burnt out.

[Catherine]

Wonderful so far!