BEHIND THE BATON

"Peter Hazzard offers a wealth of ideas and suggestions that when employed have the potential for dramatically improving one's ability as a conductor/teacher. Behind the Baton" is not only a clever title, but is also an indication of the substance and wisdom of the writer. Read, rehearse, reflect, repeat. There is much value here not just for the novice. Veterans will find themselves saying, "Why didn't I do this before?"

H. Scott Campbell, Retired Choral Director and Director of Performing Arts - Farmington, CT Public Schools.

"This book is chock full of great, useful ideas for the beginning conductor. Experienced conductors will get validation for much of what they know already, plus many new ideas."

Thomas R. Martin, Keene, NH Musical Director, Conductor, Composer, Educator, Pianist.