noun. One who conducts a musical band, especially a dance band.

noun. The leader of a dance band.

noun. A musician who leads a band of musicians.

noun. the leader of a dance band

"It's to a much lesser extent that Mr. Owens, who turned 68 last month, is known as a bandleader and star in his own right."

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