Preparing for a Concert Review - Guest Conductor and Orchestra Insights - Lecture 12

Explore the intricacies of concert preparation and review in this 50-minute lecture from Yale University's "Listening to Music" course. Gain insights into crafting critical concert reviews as Professor Wright prepares students for an upcoming Saybrook Orchestra performance. Meet Bradley Naylor, one of the orchestra's conductors, who shares the challenges of rehearsing and leading an ensemble. Witness demonstrations by principal musicians, including violist Katie Dryden performing key passages and flutist Elana Kagan presenting an excerpt from Beethoven's Sixth Symphony. Delve into topics such as balancing solos and the overall performance structure, providing a comprehensive look at the multifaceted world of orchestral music and concert critique.