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Conductors: Jessica Cottis
Jessica Cottis, Conducting Fellow RSAMD talks about the challenges of being a young female conductor- a role predominantly performed by men. She describes how she achieved early success as a concert pianist before moving into conducting due to an injury. Jessica also talks about how she manages a potentially overwhelming workload and what a typical week holds.
Features music by Sir Edward Elgar.
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Performer | Jessica Cottis |
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