It was 1820 before the word “conductor” appeared on a concert programme for the very first time. Photo: Alamy
How the job of orchestral conductor was born, and the difference it made to the way music was played
The conducting role emerged in the early 19th century as orchestras grew in size along with the variety of musical works, meaning a central figure was needed to bring players together rather than a seated player leading them
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Classical music
It was 1820 before the word “conductor” appeared on a concert programme for the very first time. Photo: Alamy