raise a baton

Examples (10)

• The conductor will raise his baton to begin the symphony.
• As the audience fell silent, the maestro raised her baton.
• Watch carefully; when I raise this baton, you begin to play.
• Everyone held their breath, waiting for her to raise the baton.
• With a dramatic flourish, he raised the slender baton high above his head.
• The guest conductor nervously raised the baton for the first time.
• If the conductor raises the baton with a sharp movement, expect a fast tempo.
• The young prodigy confidently raised the baton, ready to lead the veteran orchestra.
• The conductor has just raised his baton; the performance is about to start.
• To see him raise the baton is to witness true artistry.