No Such Thing As A Fish 565: No Such Thing As Tickling A Monk
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Jan 9, 2025 Leon 'Buttons' Kirkbeck, a member of The Cryptid Factor, brings his wit to a lively discussion with the crew. They tackle everything from the absurdities of Buddha's banned games to an eye-opening culinary curiosity involving rice balls shaped with armpits. The conversation takes a humorous turn as they explore the quirks of orchestral batons and the hilariously odd Battle Mountain festival. Expect laughter and insights about catios, pet ownership, and a unique form of Buddhist meditation that’ll leave you amused and enlightened!
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World's Longest Baton
- Brown University band broke the record for the world's longest conductor's baton, exceeding 20 feet.
- This was part of a rivalry with Penn State, whose baton was only 15 feet.
Composing and Conducting
- Early composers often conducted while playing an instrument like the harpsichord.
- This practice, which lasted for about 200 years, posed obvious logistical challenges.
Lucky Batons
- Conductors often have preferences for baton size and shape, sometimes even lucky ones.
- Fritz Reiner used a small baton, prompting a mocking musician to use binoculars.