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William Dayas

William Dayas (1863–1903) was an American composer, pianist and pedagogue.

Also recorded as William Humphreys Dayas

William Dayas

Photograph of the American pianist William Dayas (1863–1903).

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Born
1863 · New York City.
Died
1903 · Manchester.
Nationality
United States
Occupation
composer · pianist · pedagogue · music teacher · organist
Teachers
Franz Liszt

In this article

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

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