Very inspiring video! I particularly take to the message that he leaves for all of us, which I feel is applicable to whatever we do, even outside of music: (1) Be true to yourself; (2) Be PASSIONATE!

Mr Lacamoire also dispenses tips for would-be auditionees: the jury that you sing to is always rooting for you, they want to hear you give your best. It's okay to stop, calm your nerves, work with the accompanist a little, and then restart.


Information from the video page:

'Luis Salgado interviews Alex Lacamoire (Music Director/Arrangements/Orchestrations)of the Hit Musical "In The Heights".

Revolución Latina is a movement that celebrates human success and growth in Particular the Latino Artist who with their choices and actions set's up a great example for others.

ALEX LACAMOIRE: was most recently Music Supervisor and Co-Orchestrator High Fidelity on B'way. Other credits as Music Director, Arranger, and/or Orchestrator: Wicked, Bat Boy: The Musical, the 2001 Nat'l Tour of Godspell, Stephen Schwartz's Captain Louie, Legally Blonde. "Para toda my familia, aquí y allá".

In musical theatre, the music director is in charge of the overall musical performance, including ensuring that the cast knows the music thoroughly, supervising the musical interpretation of the performers and pit orchestra, and conducting the orchestra.

Conducting is the act of directing a musical performance by way of visible gestures. Orchestras, choirs, concert bands and other musical ensembles often have conductors.'