Conducting Life
Biographies & Inspiring Stories
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31m
Filmed over seven years, this documentary follows conductor Roderick Cox's improbable quest to succeed in the highly competitive, traditionally white-dominated field of orchestral conducting. It chronicles his resilience and talent as he challenges systemic barriers, striving to make his mark and inspire a new generation of musicians of color.
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