Initiating the student conductor into the basics of the conducting technique (The Conflict between rhythm and metrics and how to resolve it)

Abstract

This study highlights some metro-rhythmic elements a conductor uses when expressing the upbeat, contretemps, and anacrusis. Also, it shows the firstly analytical (technical) and then practical approaches to the essential issues. The entire study is provided with musical examples, as well as practical exercises meant to resolve these issues. The object of study is focused on the technical segment.