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What does the leader of an orchestra really do? What powers of tact and diplomacy are needed to deal with a difficult conductor or unruly players? To find out, Richard Baker talks to Rodney Friend , leader of the BBC Symphony Orchestra, and Hugh Bean , leader of the Philharmonia
Orchestra during its vintage years in the 1950s and 60s, about their experiences in the hot seat.
Producers JUDITH ROLES and NIGEL WILKINSON. Stereo

Contributors

Talks:
Richard Baker
Leader:
Rodney Friend
Leader:
Hugh Bean
Unknown:
Nigel Wilkinson.
Source: Radio Times

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