BEYOND THE BATON
What Every Conductor Needs to Know
By Diane Wittry
Contents
Prologue: So – You Want to Be a Conductor? It Starts With You!
Chapter 1: Preparing for Success
Musical Training
Character Development
Choosing the Path
Chapter 2: Path to the Podium
Interview: Leonard Slatkin National Symphony
Interview: Robert Spano Atlanta Symphony
Interview: JoAnn Falletta Buffalo Philharmonic
Chapter 3: Your First Job
Getting the Job
Negotiating the Contract
First Year – Do’s and Don’ts
Getting Organized
Chapter 4: Artistic Leadership
Understanding Leadership
Steps to Becoming a Successful Leader
Thoughts about Artistic Vision
Chapter 5: Artistic Programming
Subscription Concert Programming
Thematic Programming
Pops Programming
Educational and Family Programs
The Overall Concert Experience
Chapter 6: The People Factor
Working with People
Implementing the Artistic Plan
(working with the: Librarian, Personnel Manager, Education Staff; Operations/Stage Crew; and Guest Artists)
The Music Director’s Role with the Board
Union and Orchestra Relations
Rehearsal Techniques
Developing Your Network
Chapter 7: Funding the Artistic Vision
Getting to Know the Numbers
The Music Director’s Role in Fundraising
Creating a Visible Presence in the Community
Chapter 8: Closing Thoughts
Keeping Your Competitive Edge
Leaving a Legacy
Epilogue
Resources:
Music Contacts
Networking Organizations
Directories, Magazines, and Journals
Internet Resources and Forums
Artist Managers
Music Sources
Standard Music Publishers
Pops Music Publishers
Library Special Collections
Training and Development
Festivals and Master Classes
Conducting Competitions
Grants and Residencies
Programming Resources
Thematic Programming
Encore Lists
Audition Repertoire Lists
Sample Contracts and Résumé
Music Director Job Posting
Music Director Job Description
Sample Guest Conducting Contract
Sample Music Director Contract
Sample Résumé
Recommended Reading
Music Books
Leadership Books
Organizational Books
