Daniel says: "As an experienced amateur player, I'd say that your suggestions are quite reasonable.
But I could never realize how conducting can actually be fun." ********* I too agree with the most excellent list of suggestions for conducting. I would explain the appeal of conducting this way: some like to work on cars in their garages, some like to admire cars on the road or in museums. Some enjoy casual safe driving with other cars while some enjoy the thrill of getting behind the wheel and seeing what a car can do. I enjoy the horn for many reasons (this week it is the slow movement of the Dvorak cello concerto!!). I enjoy conducting because part of me wants to understand how all the parts fit together. When I conduct I definitely get to know a piece better. And, I admit it is a huge ego trip. I don't enjoy being bossy or having to push weaker players to improve. But finding things to praise is hugely rewarding, as is finding the right thing to say in a few words that makes the piece go better. Choosing programs and exploring lesser known or new music is really cool (I am currently directing Haydn's Symphony 26, and a concerto by Charles Avison that I Finale'd from a microfilm of the original 1758 edition). My largest audience (as conductor) to date was about 6000 (x4 nights) and it was huge adrenaline rush to be "on." Talk about "selling your skin" as Hans says. Hope this help explain, Daniel. Steve ******************* _________________________________________________________________ Going green? See the top 12 foods to eat organic. http://green.msn.com/galleries/photos/photos.aspx?gid=164&ocid=T003MSN51N1653A_______________________________________________ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
