Hans, I agree conceptually, but let's talk about an older generation of conductors so as not to offend, Leinsdorf, Solti and Guilini none of which in my experience in rehearsal were colorful or verbose. All were passionate all could move you and the audience. So I would suggest that there is an unspoken chemistry between conductor and orchestra and an unspoken respect that goes both ways that also comes into play.
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