You have to really understand the piece to teach it to someone. Conducting is everything about music. Paul Head, music, said Nagoski has proved herself to be an effective educator and competent conductor. He attributes Nagoski's success to being assertive, goal oriented and knowing what she wants. All of which are important qualities for a conductor to get ideas across, he added.
Conductors are charismatic leaders who are able to convey their vision to the public.
And that is exactly what appeals to Nagoski about conducting. I'm a control freak. You have to be, to be a conductor. I like the intellectual aspect of it, too. Nagoski admits an obsession with music.