He moved to the main company in May 1926 and in 1929 took over as musical director on the retirement of Harry Norris. Thereafter, his entire career was with D'Oyly Carte.
In May 1926, he transferred to the headquarters of the company. In 1929, he took over as musical director for D'Oyly Carte following Harry Norris' retirement. His entire career was spent with D'Oyly Carte.