The Conductor as Prism

Through his teaching at The Choral Institute at Oxford each summer, James Jordan has realized the power of metaphor for teaching the highest artistic concepts involving human connection and deeper listening. In this book, Jordan uses powerful and effective metaphors as a guide to help conductors engage the most profound concepts of artistry in music - concepts that are often elusive to teach or learn. Jordan shows that using metaphors can be effective doorways to understanding our role as artist teacher/conductors in new and vibrant ways. Areas explored include listening, breath, sense of belonging, generosity, self-realization, honesty, and more. A must-read for all choral directors.