The practice of being conceited. This is also the practice of finding oneself so ridiculously good looking that you fall in love with yourself and no one else. Symptoms may include, but are not limited to, cockiness, looking in the mirror excessively, talking about yourself constantly, bragging about your hair cut and man sweater, and last but not least, thinking highly of one's abilities.
A female violinist who is in charge of the entire orchestra, and who outwardsly displays her authority, and opinions to the usually more pompous conductor. She apparently kicked the butts off of the other violinists (including male violinists) to get her prominent position.
The concertmistress wore a gorgeous dress, that would have looked better on a more humble soloist.