This ensures that bandmasters are only selected from those who have served in the ranks.
I am, of course, surprised that the son of a bandmaster might not have had enough bands.
That may or may not be true, but that is not the bandmaster's fault.
That qualifies them academically and practically to become bandmasters and possibly commissioned directors of music.
Bandmasters remain at the school for three years receiving both musical and command training.
A bandmaster was hired to train the band.
I know the case of a bandmaster who went to one of the islands at a salary of £100 a year.
Nearly all the income from such engagements, after expenses have been met, is shared between the bandmaster, the bandsmen and the regiment's bank fund.
