Person Open DS/UK/6489 Hayes; Roland (1887-1977); American tenor Hayes Roland 1887-1977 American tenor Male

Roland Hayes (June 3, 1887 – January 1, 1977) was an American lyric tenor. He is considered the first African-American male concert artist to receive wide acclaim both at home and internationally. Critics lauded his abilities and linguistic skills with songs in French, German and Italian. International Standard Archival Authority Record for Corporate Bodies, Persons and Families - ISAAR(CPF) 2nd edition - ICA 2004 ISBN 2-9521932-2-3 National Council on Archives, Rules for the Construction of Personal, Place and Corporate Names, 1997 Yes RAHhbaulcombe 7/29/2013 Rachael.Fragola 3/1/2022 9c8e16d3-044c-48aa-84c6-036fdd09b5a1