Evelyn Davidson White

Evelyn Amanda Davidson White (February 1, 1921 – July 2, 2007) was an American author, vocal teacher and Howard University Choral Director.

White was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, to Rev. William H. Davidson, a Baptist minister, and Florence Gidney Davidson. She was influential in the training of many students who went on to make their marks in the music world, including Roberta Flack, Donny Hathaway, Jesse Norman, Samuel Bonds, and Richard Smallwood.