[note 1] Abbreviated to the RHLI Band, it has played an extensive role in the musical culture and history of Hamilton, Ontario.

He was eventually succeeded in the long term by George R. Robinson, who was a graduate of the RSMS (Kneller Hall), London.

During its first 10 years in existence the-40-piece band successfully toured areas throughout Eastern Canada and the Northeastern United States.

In 1901, the band was chosen to play at a state dinner in Toronto honouring of the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall (later King George V and Mary of Teck).

[note 2] He was succeeded by David Anderson, who served for 10 years before returning to lead the band for the rest of the 1930s.