Music as Alchemy

An accessible and enthusiastic journey into the often mystifying role of the conductor in classical music. This is the first book to go inside the rehearsal room of some of the most inspirational orchestral partnerships in the world, shedding light on how the conductor's silent gestures are magicked into sound by more than 100 brilliant but belligerent magicians. From a hugely respected music writer and critic. *Also appeared in April Buyer's Notes*