Reflections On Conducting

Hilary Davan Wetton is one of Britain's most versatile and dynamic conductors. Following studies at the Royal College of Music and Oxford University, his wide-ranging career of over 60 years has featured both choral and orchestral repertoire, as well as many acclaimed recordings. A regular guest conductor with choirs and orchestras both in Britain and overseas, Hilary can be regularly heard on BBC Radio 3 & Classic FM.

Reflections on Conducting is for anyone with an interest in the English choral and orchestral music scenes, both amateur and professional, as well as conducting students. Written in an engaging and approachable style, the book is filled with practical advice - including chapters on conducting technique, programme planning, rehearsals, touring, recording and working with contemporary composers - alongside interesting and humorous anecdotes from Hilary Davan Wetton's diverse and extensive career.