hellraiser
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I've found that this varies quite a bit. In some bands the MD will go down the pub with the band and attend the social events. Elsewhere the MD only mingles with the band during rehearsal/contests/concerts i.e. a professional/musical relationship only.
Also, it seems many bands go for a resident conductor then get someone else in for a week or two for the big contests. Sometimes the resident conductor doesn't get to do any concerts either. Other bands have one guy conducting it at every occasion. Others get a different MD for each contest, which can sometimes be due to availability.
There are pros and cons to each approach. What are your preferences?
Also, it seems many bands go for a resident conductor then get someone else in for a week or two for the big contests. Sometimes the resident conductor doesn't get to do any concerts either. Other bands have one guy conducting it at every occasion. Others get a different MD for each contest, which can sometimes be due to availability.
There are pros and cons to each approach. What are your preferences?