At Vienna’s Haus der Musik, every wannabe conductor gets a chance to conduct the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra…after a little coaching from Maestro Zubin Mehta. As I waved my virtual baton, the orchestra actually followed the beat I set. And when I got too sloppy, they put their instruments down and jeered. It was humiliating and fun at the same time.
When describing a museum in a Rick Steves guidebook, I make sure that my readers know not only the cost and the hours, but also how to fully experience and enjoy that particular sight. A good guidebook…it makes a big difference in your travels.
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