William Grant Still (may 11, 1895 – dec 3, 1978)
Description:
William grant Still was an American composer. For a long time, his symphony the "Afro-American" was the most wildely performed symphony by an American. He was the first African American to conduct a major symphony orchestra, have his opera performed by a major opera company, and the first to have an opera performed on national TV.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 11, 1895
dec 3, 1978
~ 83 years
