Key Preperations for Competitions (and As a Conductor in General)

Five key preparation factors for competitions (and as a good conductor in general!)1. Know the score inside out2. Have (form and be very firm) your own opinion about the music3. Have enough techniques to deliver your ideas4. Keep a high energy and engage musicians at all times5. Develop problem solving skills - rehearsal techniques, interruptions from the jury, being asked to do a piece you are less good atAll About Chaowen Ting