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William Arms Fisher

William Arms Fisher (1861–1948) was an American composer, historian and editor.

Also recorded as Wm. Arms Fisher · William Fisher

William Arms Fisher

Born
1861 · San Francisco.
Died
1948 · Boston.
Nationality
United States
Occupation
composer · historian · editor · music journalist · lyricist · musicologist · music publisher
Education
National Conservatory of Music of America
Teachers
Antonín Dvořák · Horatio Parker
Languages
English

In this article

  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Notes, references and evidence

The Encyclopedia exists whether or not anything is for sale. Corrections are recorded rather than overwritten, and every version of this record is kept. Published 30 August 2026.

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