Learn Unshakeable Clarity

Master foundational techniques for confident conducting.

Develop Playful Precision

Enhance your skills in advanced conducting techniques like drifting.

Inspire Brilliance

Become the conductor who demands high standards while remaining genuinely human.

About the Course

Are you tired of feeling like you're faking it when conducting? Join our 4-part Confident Conducting course and transform your approach.  Dive deep into foundational techniques, master advanced skills, and learn to inspire brilliance while being authentically yourself.  It's time to find your rhythm and confidently lead your way to success. Enroll now to unlock your full conducting potential! Includes 1 FREE 30-Min 1:1 Live Coaching with Matt Perri.

Meet Your Instructor:  Matthew Antonio Perri

Hi, I'm Matt Perri. For over 30 years, I've lived and breathed music, from the Broadway pit to conducting at Carnegie Hall. My deep technical conducting knowledge was forged through years studying with master teacher Gary Fagin, a protégé of Otto Werner-Mueller. Beyond the podium, I actively Music Direct and play for stars like Bette Midler, Kristin Chenoweth, and Jessica Vosk. My diverse musical background – serious jazz, compositional training, vocal expertise – gives me a unique command of the full landscape. Plus, as a Music Supervisor, I haven't just hired MDs; I have also hired countless musicians. I know exactly what it takes to thrive on stage, in the pit, and behind the scenes. I live in Poulsbo, WA with my wife Molly, son Elliot, and daughter Nola. I created this course to cut through the noise and give you the real-world skills and confidence to lead any room, with clarity and impact.

Curriculum

5 Chapters · 59 Lessons

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    Chapter 1: Clarity

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      Welcome and Intro to the Three C's of Conducting

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      Lesson 1: Take the Oath: Everything is Your Fault!

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      Lesson 2: Let's Get Physical: Calm and Confident

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      Lesson 3: Holding the Baton

    5. Lesson 4: Ictus (Click) is a Trampoline Free preview
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      Lesson 5: Are You German or Italian 4/4?

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      Lesson 6: The Space in Between

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      Lesson 7: Speed of the Up Matches the Speed Of The Down

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      Lesson 8: Practice Session-Even Speed

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      Lesson 9: The Deuce. 2/2, 2/4, 6/8

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      Lesson 10: Basic 3/4 and Subdivision (Use Caution)

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      Lesson 11: Ritard and Accel...Go Slower or Faster

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      Lesson 12: You are So Odd! Meters in 5,6,7 and 9

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      Lesson 13: Pick Me Up! Pick Up Measures

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      Lesson 14: Slick Transition from 2 to 4, 4 to 2

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      Lesson 15: Single Upbeats and Painting the Barline

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      Lesson 16: Cut Me Off!/ Listening and Breathing

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      Lesson 17: Rhythmic Music with the Baton

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      Lesson 18: Vamps and Safety Measures

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      Lesson 19: RH is for Down, LH is for Up!

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      Lesson 20: Holding Your "2".

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      Lesson 21: Recap

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    Chapter 2: Compelling

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      What does it mean to be "compelling"?

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      Lesson 1: Basic Dynamics by Captain Obvious

    3. Lesson 2: Mirror, Mirror On the Wall... Free preview
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      Lesson 3: Legato vs. Staccato Beating

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      Lesson 4: Breaking The Plane!

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      Lesson 5: Changing Planes/ Sudden Dynamic Shifts

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      Lesson 6: Multiple Layers/ Cocktail Party Techniq.

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      Lesson 7: Dynamic Shading

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      Lesson 8: Communicating Intent

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      Lesson 9: The Useful Left Hand

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      Lesson 10: The Conductor Range of Expression

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      Lesson 11: Taking Advantage of Rehearsal Time

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      Lesson 12: Shadow Work: Honor the Inappropriate

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      Lesson 13: Recap

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    Chapter 3: The Drift-The Secret Weapon

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      Lesson 1: Intro to Drifting- Three Parts to a Beat

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      Lesson 2: More Drifting- Slow, Slower, Slowest.

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      Lesson 3: Drift Into A New Tempo

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      Lesson 4: Non Attachment- Practicing Holds

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      Lesson 5: Adding the Drift Into Your Practice

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      Lesson 6: Marking Empty Measures

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      Lesson 7: Hold into a Faster Tempo

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      Lesson 8: Key Drift Principle- Follow Ahead

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      Lesson 9: The Relaxed Drop- NOT Impossible

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      Lesson 10: Leading the Exit From a Fermata

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      Lesson 11: Recapping The Drift

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    Chapter 4: Compassioniate

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      Lesson 1: Being a Manager

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      Lesson 2: How Do You Process Fear?

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      Lesson 3: Giving Pit Musicians Some Space

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      Lesson 4: Reaction vs. Response

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      Lesson 5: Hiring Musicians

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      Lesson 6: How To Best Use Your Rehearsal Time

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      Lesson 7 Substitute Players- Learn to Love Them!

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      Lesson 8: Compassionate Recap

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    Bonus- Part 5: Confident Conductor

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      Lesson 1: How To Practice Without a Band

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      Lesson 2: Listen Like a Nerd At All Times

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      Lesson 3: Get a Small Group Together

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      Becoming a Confident Conductor

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Student Testimonials

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I started studying with Matt when I landed my current job with Cabaret on Broadway. After years of battling imposter syndrome and a lack of confidence in my conducting, I knew I needed to go back to fundamentals with a good teacher and I’m so happy I took the leap to work with Matt. His encouraging approach led with grace and humanity was exactly what I needed to start to quiet that inner voice, and I saw my technique and confidence grow quickly as we worked together. Through our time together, I’ve been able to set aside feelings of anxiety and replace them with joy and excitement every time I step onto the podium. If you’re thinking of taking the leap with Matt, you won’t be disappointed!
Anessa Marie

Music Director of Cabaret (2024) on Broadway

I found the course to be a game changer for me. It's super valuable. So many of the values have that "Why didn't I think of that?" quality, since it's so intuitive but rarely implemented or talked about.  
Dylan Kaufman

Music Director and Composer 

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