William Howland (musician), Date of Birth, Date of Death

William Howland (musician)

American opera singer

Date of Birth: 01-May-1871

Date of Death: 03-May-1945

Profession: singer, opera singer, music pedagogue

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

William A.
Howland (1 May 1871 – 3 May 1945) was an American operatic bass, voice teacher, composer, conductor and university administrator.
He was the head of the music department at the University of Michigan from 1900-1914.
In 1914 he co-founded the Detroit Institute of Musical Arts; serving as the school's vice-president and head of the vocal department until his death 31 years later.