This is one of my favourite TED Talks!! I've seen it before and I often recommend it to my friends to watch. I think it says a lot not only about what it means to be a great conductor, but also a great leader in general. I love how Mr. Talgam talks about how being a good conductor doesn't mean being intimidating and commanding, but rather working in partnership with the orchestra (and even the audience) to create a full experience. I really agree with the idea that a conductor (or any kind of leader) is most successful when he has faith in the work that his team has done, and he is confident enough in them that he can sit back and enjoy the end result. Mr. Talgam pointed out how, when the conductor sat back and let the soloists do their thing without him, it made the soloist feel proud of his accomplishments and independence in his part. I also really liked the idea that the conductor is not always there to simply give instructions, but rather to motivate and inspire the group to do their best. He said that you could see the music on the conductors face, and I think that is a great way to think about it. I think the last conductor he showed really embodied that - you could see the pride on his face. How could you ever play for him and not feel joyful??
Itay Talgam: Lead like the great conductors
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