The upbeat
In previous posts, we talked about mixed meters, pulse, and different types of strokes. There is, however, one particular stroke that is of particular importance: the very first one. Its importance is inherent for different reasons: it sets the tone of the music...
Baton technique – Mixed meters
Until the 20th century, most of the repertoire was written in meters of 2-3-4 or 6. If there was to be a variation from a certain regularity of the phrasing, it could be seen in the change of bars grouped to formed a phrase: think for instance about the change...
Baton technique – Legato and staccato strokes
In this episode, we looked at pulse and beat. Generally speaking, a pulsing point corresponds with the beat within the pattern. These points are connected by a stroke – straight or curved. Each stroke can also have other characteristics: long and smooth or short...
Baton technique – how to control the pulse
The pulse: a key aspect of conducting technique and the only real one that allows us to control the orchestra. All the conducting technique and conducting tips shown in all the episodes of Conducting Pills are derived strictly from the music: when music creates...Welcome!
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