bandleader

Example Sentences

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Certainly he was on the way to a formidable career, one that included more than 30 recordings as a bandleader, numerous others as a sideman and countless concerts.

From New York Times

He soon branched out to arranging, working not just with Mingus but also with a host of musical luminaries including the saxophonist Lee Konitz and the arranger and bandleader Quincy Jones.

From New York Times

The bandleader often cheered the comedian’s nightly monologue from the piano, appeared in segments and accompanied the musical guests.

From Seattle Times

“I think that’s what makes him such a gifted musician, such an incredible bandleader, and that’s what makes him such a wonderful collaborator and partner for every actor and performer that’s onstage.”

From Washington Post

A nonpareil composer, pianist and bandleader, he arrived in New York from Washington, D.C., just as the Harlem Renaissance was getting underway; soon, the Duke Ellington Orchestra had become the soundtrack to an epoch.

From New York Times