amitava Posted July 3, 2005 Share Posted July 3, 2005 (edited) During the last ABT tour in Texas, I noticed that there were two Orchestra Conductors in the performance... (not for the same piece thankfully ) I would think this an additional expense for ABT and the presenters. Does anyone know the reason(s)? for such a decision? I realize that a conductor may have more of an affinity/connection with certain music/dances/dancers, but I had never experienced this phenomenon before. Is this common in the ABT performances in NY during a regular season as well? Does only ABT do this or other companies who can afford to across the world? Or did I just come across a one-time phenomenon? Thanks in advance. Edited July 3, 2005 by amitava Link to comment
Farrell Fan Posted July 3, 2005 Share Posted July 3, 2005 For mixed programs in New York, it is common for both ABT and NYCB to have two or even three different conductors per performance. Link to comment
Alexandra Posted July 3, 2005 Share Posted July 3, 2005 My guess is it's simply a division of labor because of rehearsals. The repertory would be divided up among conductors, as it is divided among coaches. It could also be affinity, as you said. X is the Stravinsky conductor, Y the Tchaikovsky. As Farrell Fan wrote, it's regular practice. Link to comment
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