Composers
William Brown
1938 - 2004About
William Brown (1938-2004) earned a bachelor of music from Jackson State College, a master's of music from Indiana University and doctorate from Peabody Conservatory. Bill Brown was a tenor renowned for his “technical virtuosity, beautiful tone, and interpretative commitment” (The Boston Globe) who commanded a repertoire encompassing practically all musical genres and styles. He performed with leading orchestras and operatic companies throughout the world and appeared on all of the major U.S. television networks. He made recordings for CBS Records, London, Nonesuch, New World Records, Telarc, CRI, Gun Mar, Musical Heritage, Centaur, and Albany Records. Bill had a special affinity for 20th century music and appeared with many of the major contemporary music ensembles. Several major composers, including David Baker, Wendell Logan, and Olly Wilson, dedicated compositions to him.
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Works by William Brown
| Title | Collection | Voice Type | Range | Poet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| He's Got the Whole World (Duet) | Soprano, Tenor | D4 - Bb5 | D3 - Bb4 | Biblical | |
| Hold On | High | F4 - G5 | Optional C6 | Biblical |