{
"item_title" : "What Is a Musical Director? ... and How to Become One",
"item_author" : [" Martin Lowe "],
"item_description" : "What Does a Musical Director actually do, and what does it take to get there? This book has the answers.Whether you're an aspiring musical director, a theatre student, or simply curious about the behind-the-scenes engine of a musical production, this informative, practical, and inclusive guide offers a comprehensive look at one of the most vital - and often misunderstood - roles in theatre. With clarity and insight, the book defines the responsibilities of a Musical Director across a range of professional and amateur contexts: from vocal coaching and rehearsals to orchestrations, conducting, and collaboration with directors, writers, and performers. At the heart of the book is a compelling case study, following a music department from the earliest spark of a new musical all the way to opening night and beyond. Readers get a backstage pass to the creative process - from shaping musical storytelling to solving real-world challenges in the rehearsal room. Written by a Tony, Grammy, Olivier and Drama Desk award-winning industry professional, this is a necessary and informative book for theatre professionals and students alike.",
"item_img_path" : "https://covers2.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/1/35/060/246/1350602469_b.jpg",
"price_data" : {
"retail_price" : "90.00", "online_price" : "90.00", "our_price" : "90.00", "club_price" : "90.00", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : ""
}
}
What Is a Musical Director? ... and How to Become One
by Martin Lowe
PRE-ORDER NOW:
local_shippingShip to Me
local_shippingShip to Me
Preorder. This item will be available on January 20, 2028 .
FREE Shipping for Club Members help
Overview
What Does a Musical Director actually do, and what does it take to get there? This book has the answers.
Whether you're an aspiring musical director, a theatre student, or simply curious about the behind-the-scenes engine of a musical production, this informative, practical, and inclusive guide offers a comprehensive look at one of the most vital - and often misunderstood - roles in theatre. With clarity and insight, the book defines the responsibilities of a Musical Director across a range of professional and amateur contexts: from vocal coaching and rehearsals to orchestrations, conducting, and collaboration with directors, writers, and performers. At the heart of the book is a compelling case study, following a music department from the earliest spark of a new musical all the way to opening night and beyond. Readers get a backstage pass to the creative process - from shaping musical storytelling to solving real-world challenges in the rehearsal room. Written by a Tony, Grammy, Olivier and Drama Desk award-winning industry professional, this is a necessary and informative book for theatre professionals and students alike.This item is Non-Returnable
Customers Also Bought
Details
- ISBN-13: 9781350602465
- ISBN-10: 1350602469
- Publisher: Methuen Drama
- Publish Date: January 2028
- Dimensions: 9.21 x 6.14 x 1 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
- Page Count: 192
Related Categories
