Wilma Anderson Gilman
American concert pianist, music teacher, clubwoman
About Wilma Anderson Gilman
Lived 1881 – 1971 (aged 90). Wilma Anderson Gilman was an American pianist, music teacher and clubwoman.
Wilma Anderson Gilman (, Anderson; July 9, 1881 – September 12, 1971) was an American concert pianist, music teacher, and clubwoman. After making her debut in Brussels, she appeared in concerts in 34 U.S. states. Gilman was the first Minnesota musician asked to play as a soloist with the Minneapolis Symphony.
Early life and education Wilma Hortensia Anderson was born in Cresco, Howard County, Iowa, July 9, 1881. (According to Leonard (1914) and Familysearch.org, Wilma was born in Winneshiek County, Iowa.) According to her obituary in the Star Tribune (1971), Wilma was born in Ojata, North Dakota.
Gilman was ranked an expert shot. She favored woman suffrage. In religion, she was Presbyterian. Her correspondence and memoirs are held by the Minnesota Historical Society.
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American concert pianist, music teacher, clubwoman (1881-1971)
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Wilma Anderson Gilman was born on 9 July 1881 in Cresco.
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Wilma Anderson Gilman died on 12 September 1971.
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Wilma Anderson Gilman was a pianist, music teacher and clubwoman.
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