Conducting Lessons
Have you always wanted to conduct a band or orchestra?
Maybe you want to audition for Drum Major, but struggle with conducting basics?
Or perhaps you are planning to major in music in college, and want to get a head start?
Private Conducting Lessons can help you become a great conductor!
Conducting Lessons are Perfect for:
- High school students interested in majoring in music in college…
- Students interested in auditioning for drum major…
- University students wishing to bolster conducting skills…
- Music Education majors looking to refine score study skills…
- Anyone who has ever wanted to learn conducting!
As a conducting teacher, I focus on meeting you at the level you are at and building a strong foundation through technique and fundamentals. We’ll work on the essential mechanics of conducting, but that’s just the start. You’ll also develop key skills like score study, interpretation, rehearsal strategies, active listening, and more.
Be warned! Serious conducting is hard work. The great conductors of the world make look effortless, but that ease comes from years of disciplined study and physical practice. There are no shortcuts. Be prepared to work, and know that you will get as much out of it as you are willing to put into it.
Conducting Skills
Whether you’re just starting or are looking to fine-tune your craft, private conducting lessons can help you grow in key areas such as:
- Proper Posture and Conducting Technique…
- Baton Technique, Selection, and Grip…
- Body Mapping, Positioning, and Physical Awareness…
- Basic and Advanced Metric Patterns…
- Basic and Advanced Beat Styles…
- Prep beats, Ictus, rebound, cues, and releases…
- Repertoire Study and Active Listening skills…
- Score Study and Interpretative techniques…
Conducting Lessons Pricing
- 1 Lesson – $75.00
- Package of 5 Lessons – $350.00
- Package of 10 Lessons – $675.00
Conducting lessons are 60 minutes in length, whether live (at NKU) or video, and must be paid in advance of the lesson. Payment may be made via PayPal or cash/check (to be brought to the first lesson). The first lesson, an exploratory session to ascertain the level of the student’s experience in conducting, is free when you purchase a package of 10 lessons.
Although I am physically located in the Cincinnati metro area, conducting lessons can also be taught virtually, via FaceTime or Zoom. Obviously, some mastery of technique is lost in translation when teacher and student are not physically present, but a surprising level of effectiveness is possible via the video medium.
Don’t let long distance discourage you from taking private conducting lessons, either as a supplement to existing conducting courses or as a foundation for the future.
As a conductor with 25+ years of experience, I know how overwhelming the craft and art of conducting can be. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have, or to arrange a date and time for your private conducting lessons.