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bandleader

[band-lee-der] / ˈbændˌli dər /
NOUN
maestro
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Morton’s legacy as a composer and bandleader is primarily based on the “Red Hot Peppers” sessions of 1926-30 made for Victor Records, which have long been acknowledged as fundamental jazz masterpieces.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 11, 2026

A performer known for his improvisational musical comedic stylings, Watts, 54, was a late-night TV fixture as the bandleader of the house band for “The Late Late Show With James Corden.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026

A pianist and guitarist, he emerged as a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter and jazz bandleader.

From BBC ● Apr. 17, 2026

As a passionate bandleader, Sahad was not just on vocals but also guitar and percussion.

From Barron's ● Feb. 23, 2026

“Especially,” said Charles, “when the batty bandleader is a disingenuous and mendacious charlatan.”

From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein


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