William Revelli, Date of Birth, Date of Death

William Revelli

American conductor

Date of Birth: 12-Feb-1902

Date of Death: 16-Jul-1994

Profession: conductor, bandleader, music director, musicologist, music pedagogue

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

William D.
Revelli (February 12, 1902 – July 16, 1994) was an American music educator and conductor best known for his association with the University of Michigan, where he directed the university's bands including the Michigan Marching Band 1935 to 1971.
During his 36 years as director, the Michigan Marching Band won international acclaim for its musical precision.
Revelli is also credited with innovations that moved college marching bands across the country away from rigid military formations.
Among other things, Revelli’s Michigan Marching Band was the first to synchronize music and movement and the first to use an announcer.