Conducting Life
Biographies / Inspiring Stories
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31m
Filmed over seven years, the film follows the improbable journey of conductor Roderick Cox and his quest to succeed in the highly competitive field of orchestral conducting. This profession has traditionally overlooked musicians of color.
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