So far you have been using both hands equally. Now we’re going to start looking at the special functions of the left hand. For new conductors it’s important to make an early start on developing independent movement of your hands. There is a division of labour between your two hands: the right hand’s main function is to provide the beat pattern while the left hand shows nearly everything else. This includes cueing different voice parts, cutting off, and showing phrasing, dynamics, expression, articulation etc.