Background
Cerny, William was born on December 27, 1928 in New York City. Son of Karl Otto Cerny and Martha Rosseler.
Cerny, William was born on December 27, 1928 in New York City. Son of Karl Otto Cerny and Martha Rosseler.
Bachelor magna cum laude, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, 1951. Bachelor of Music, Yale School of Music, New Haven, Connecticut, 1952. Master of Music, Yale School of Music, New Haven, Connecticut, 1954.
Professional accompanist freelance, New York City, 1954—1959. Associate professor Eastman School of Music, Rochester, New York, 1959—1972. Professor University Notre Dame, South Bend, Indiana, 1972—2000.
Chairman, music department Notre Dame University, South Bend, Indiana, 1972—1981. Evaluator National Associate of School of Music, Washington, 1980—1995. Founder Wilmarc Recording, Inc.
Seaman United States Naval Reserve, 1948-1957.
Member of Phi Beta Kappa.
Married Mary Ann Cunningham, June 26, 1954. Children: Elaine, Jean, Mary, Carol.