bandmaster
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of bandmaster
Example Sentences
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Born in Novara, Italy, on April 27, 1920, he was the second son of a military bandmaster who stood him on a table to conduct a band when he was 5.
From New York Times ● Jul. 5, 2022
Phillips was the Broncos’ beloved bandmaster when they were riding firetrucks in a downtown parade and Von Miller was showing off the Super Bowl trophy 2½ years ago.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 11, 2018
"Granddad was the flute player and bandmaster in the Apprentice Boys flute band, but I learned how to really play from my uncle."
From BBC ● Mar. 9, 2015
When we opened the double doors to Ives' studio the first things I saw were his battered hat on a shelf, beside it his bandmaster father's cornet.
From Slate ● Sep. 20, 2011
The bandmaster signals the band into a fast number, and Rosie moves the ball a dozen feet.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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