What are composers doing when they’re waving the stick?

Question

If everyone has sheet music and all the timing information down, then what’s the composer’s role?

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Answer 1

i’m a fan of classical music, but the only time I’ve seen a professional orchestra perform was one doing rehearsals at the Hollywood bowl. there’s no charge to watch and I was in town for a visit. I found it very interesting for a couple reasons and would be happy to elaborate. there definitely was some underlying drama betweenthe conductor and the lead violinist, lol!