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Will Oakland

Musician

Will Oakland (January 15, 1880 – May 15, 1956) was an American countertenor famed for his exceptionally high vocal range.

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He was born Herman Hinrichs in Jersey City, New Jersey, to German-American immigrant parents.

Oakland began his musical career after leaving the United States Army in 1905, joining Lew Dockstader's minstrels in Rochester, New York.

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  1. Wikipedia — Will Oakland — link
  2. Archive research: The Jersey City Sound, 2026

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