Beginner Orchestral Conducting: Baton Technique, Score Study & Leadership

Beginner Orchestral Conducting: Baton Technique, Score Study & Leadership

Beginner Orchestral Conducting: Baton Technique, Score Study & Leadership

A beginner-level conducting course that develops posture, baton technique, conducting patterns, score reading, listening skills, and musical leadership through guided practice.

Beginner Orchestral Conducting: Baton Technique, Score Study & Leadership

Paid once.

Level
Beginner
Ages
10–14
Duration
55 min
Classes
1 / Week
Weeks
12

Class Experience

This course continues foundational orchestral conducting skills: posture, baton technique, patterns, cueing, tempo, dynamics, score reading, and rehearsal awareness. Classes combine guided conducting exercises, listening and score study, discussion, and practice with recordings to build coordination, musical memory, and expressive gesture.

Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate improved posture, baton technique, and conducting patterns

  • Apply cueing, tempo control, and dynamic gestures to lead musical phrases

  • Read and analyze orchestral scores to inform conducting decisions

  • Develop listening skills to identify rhythm, melody, texture, instrumentation, and form

  • Practice conducting with recordings to build coordination and expressive gesture

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Kabir Khan

Joined August, 2026

4.6

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Dr. Kristine Dizon is an internationally experienced musician, linguist, and educator with advanced credentials in music theory, performance, and cultural studies. Recognized with prestigious fellowships and awards, this educator designs lessons across music history, composition,…

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