There is a great diversity of musical instruments, from piccolo to grand organ, from harp to percussion. Each offers a very specific range of interesting, meaningful shots. Some instruments are best seen in a wider shot, where both hands (and feet!) are busy with intricate action. In others the center of attention is comparatively localized, and only shown effectively in close shots.
Instrumentalists in a seated group tend to move very little, but solo performers frequently sway about as they play. Some violinists for instance, turn to such an extent that a single camera may not be able to sustain close shots of the fingerboard. Instead, the director has to alternate between several different viewpoints. ...
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