This is an excellent book for anyone who is thinking of, or is a conductor, it has loads to teach everyone. One of the books strongest points is the way it is so thorough in it's technique and discusses many issues as to what is appropriate to wear, do with the other hand, say etc without being boring. It has examples for you to try if you want in every section which become progressive as you read through. At such a great price, I believe this is a MUST for anyone who is a musical director of any kind, be it in a school or theatre, or community show, or orchestra or other musical group.