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
Now the preacher had finished, and someone signaled the bandmaster and there was solemn music as the pallbearers carried the coffin down the spiraling stairs.
From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison
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