About William Henry Santelmann
Lived 1863 – 1932 (aged 69). William Henry Santelmann was an American conductor, composer and violinist.
William Henry Christian Santelmann (September 24, 1863 – December 17, 1932) was a director of the United States Marine Band.
Biography his youngest son, COL. William F. Santelmann, who also became the Director of "The President's Own" United States Marine Band He was born on September 24, 1863, in Offensen, Kingdom of Hanover. He studied violin and clarinet and at age 15, in 1878 composed his first music. His youngest son was William Frederick Santelmann (1902–1984) who would eventually be the 21st Director of the United States Marine Band. He was buried in Arlington National Cemetery.
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Who was William Henry Santelmann?
German-American conductor
When was William Henry Santelmann born?
William Henry Santelmann was born on 23 September 1863 in Hanover.
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William Henry Santelmann died on 17 December 1932 in Chevy Chase.
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William Henry Santelmann was a conductor, composer and violinist.
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William Henry Santelmann was American.
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