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conducting
kuhn-DUHK-tihng
Conducting (noun) means the act of directing musicians as they perform a piece of music. Example: “Her conducting of the orchestra earned warm applause from the audience.”
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The act of directing musicians as they perform a piece of music.
"Her conducting of the orchestra earned warm applause from the audience."
"Conducting requires a good ear and clear, confident hand movements."
"He studied conducting at the conservatory for three years."
How to use conducting
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLeading an orchestra or choir through a musical performance.
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What does “conducting” mean?
The word “conducting” means the act of directing musicians as they perform a piece of music. In plain terms, leading an orchestra or choir through a musical performance.
How do you pronounce “conducting”?
“Conducting” is pronounced kuhn-DUHK-tihng (/kənˈdʌktɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “conducting” in a sentence?
Here is “conducting” used in a sentence: “He studied conducting at the conservatory for three years.”
What part of speech is “conducting”?
“Conducting” is a noun.
Is “conducting” a common word?
“Conducting” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What does conducting actually do for an orchestra?
Conducting is the act of directing musicians as they perform: the conductor sets and maintains the tempo, cues players' entries, balances the sections, and shapes the interpretation of the piece. With dozens of musicians playing at once, conducting keeps the whole ensemble unified.
What is the difference between conducting and conduction?
Conducting is the act of directing musicians in a performance, while conduction is a science term for the transfer of heat or electricity through a material. Both trace back to the verb conduct, but the two nouns belong to completely different fields and are not interchangeable.
Do you need a baton for conducting?
No. A baton simply makes the beat easier to see in large ensembles; many conductors, particularly in choral conducting, use only their hands. Clear gestures for tempo, entries, and expression matter more than the tool.
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