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Conducting Lessons

Have you always wanted to conduct a band or orchestra?

Want to audition for Drum Major, but struggle with conducting basics? 

Or maybe you're planning to major in music in college, and want to get a head start?


Private conducting lessons can help you!
Private conducting lessons are perfect for:
  • High school students interested in majoring in music in college
  • Students interested in auditioning for drum major
  • University students wishing to bolster conducting skills
  • Music Education majors looking to refine score study skills
  • Anyone who has ever wanted to learn conducting!

My philosophy as a conducting teacher is to meet you where you're at, and introduce building blocks of technique and fundamentals as a solid foundation for lifelong study. You will learn how to conduct physically, of course, but you will also learn indispensable related skills such as score study, interpretation, rehearsal techniques, and more.
Nikk Pilato conducting during a concert, October 2020
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Nikk Pilato conducting the FSU Summer Band
Conducting lessons can help those who wish to build or sharpen their skills in the following areas: 
  • ​Proper Posture and Technique...
  • Proper Baton Selection and Grip...
  • Body Mapping/Positioning/Awareness...
  • Basic and Advanced Metric Patterns...
  • Basic and Advanced Beat Styles...
  • ​Prep beats, Ictus, rebound, cues, releases...
  • Rehearsal Techniques...​
  • Score Study and Interpretative skills...
  • Repertoire Study and Listening skills...

Conducting Lessons Pricing

  • 1 Lesson - $75.00​
  • ​Package of 5 Lessons - $350.00
  • Package of 10 Lessons - $675.00

Conducting lessons are 60 minutes in length, whether live or video, and must be paid in advance of the lesson. Payment may be made via PayPal (see below) or cash/check (to be brought to the first lesson).

The first lesson, an exploratory session to ascertain the level of the student's experience in conducting, is free when you purchase a package of 10 lessons. 
Picture of conductor's hands in action

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While I am physically located in the Cincinnati metro area, lessons can also be taught online via FaceTime or Zoom. Obviously, some mastery of physical technique is lost in translation when teacher and student are not physically present, but a surprising level of effectiveness is possible via the video medium. Don't let distance discourage you from taking private conducting lessons.
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