On Conducting (Ueber das Dirigiren)

by Edward Dannreuther

First published 2019

Maestro Edward Dannreuther stands before his orchestra, baton raised. Tonight's performance could make or break his reputation. Scrutinized by critics and his own demanding standards, he must guide his musicians through a complex, high-stakes symphony. As the music swells, Dannreuther wrestles with his own insecurities and the weight of the occasion. Can he harness the chaos of the concert hall and find the divine spark that elevates a performance from good to great? In the end, the fate of Dannreuther's career hangs on a single, electrifying night.

Genres: fiction, drama, 20th-century, classical-music

Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, thought-provoking

Tropes: character-driven, high-stakes

Period: 20th-Century

76 pages · Paperback · Independently Published

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