A conductor is an employee whose duties include checking tickets at the entrance to a theater or club, as well as maintaining order inside the premises throughout the performance. Until the middle of the 20th century, this was a rather prestigious position, but over the years its authority has rapidly fallen.
What is the responsibility of the bandmaster
If we consider this profession in the vein in which it originated, then the following tasks were part of the duties of the group manager.
- Checking tickets at the entrance to the room. In addition, he must make sure that the hare does not get into the session.
- The conductor should monitor the order in the hall and, if necessary, pacify those who violate this order.
- Maintain cleanliness. In the old days, bandmen removed covers from armchairs, wiped mirrors and swept away dust.
- Help visitors. A good conductor should always be aware of everything that is happening in the theater, and if necessary, tell the curious audience about the news. If there are latecomers, then he is obliged to make sure that they find a place in the hall and at the same time do not greatly interfere with the ongoing performance.
Now the meaning of the word "kappeldenery" is mixed in the minds of people with concepts such as cashier and ticketer. In cinema or clubs, employees have not been called this word for a long time, and only in some theaters can you still find this profession in its purest form.
How to become a bandmaster
As mentioned earlier, now the bandmaster is more of a ticketer than a policeman in the temple of art. In this regard, the requirements for candidates for this profession have decreased. In general, anyone can be approved for this position, regardless of age, gender and education. It is important that the future manager is decent, educated and not late for work.
Advantages and disadvantages of the profession
As for the features of the profession, here first of all it should be noted a large load on the legs, because you have to spend a lot of time standing. You also need to have an innate love of art, otherwise the chosen profession will quickly get bored. Also among the minuses is low wages.
The pluses include the ability to watch all performances and films for free, as well as the absence of heavy physical labor.