Background
Walker, William was born on October 29, 1931 in Waco, Texas, United States. Son of William Wallace and Ruby (Barton) Walker.
Walker, William was born on October 29, 1931 in Waco, Texas, United States. Son of William Wallace and Ruby (Barton) Walker.
Bachelor of Music, Texas Christian University, 1956.
Baritone Metropolitan Opera, New York City, 1962-1980. Visiting professor Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, 1980-1984, Lamar University, Beaumont, 1980-1985. Businessman, 1985-1991.
General director Fort Worth Opera, 1991—2002, general director emeritus, 2002—2010. Board visiting school fine arts Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, 1993.
Sergeant United States Army, 1952-1954, Korea. Member Rotary.
Married Marci Martin, May 25, 1957. Children— Nancy, David, Thomas, John.