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William W. Destler (born August 26, 1946) is an American musician, university professor and administrator. He is currently serving as the 9th president of Rochester Institute of Technology and has held the position since 1 July 2007. Influenced by the likes of James Taylor and other prominent folk, rock, and country artists, Destler released his only record in 1973, "September Sky". People in Asia, and specifically Korea, have recently shown an increased interest in the record. Destler is also one of the world’s foremost collectors of antique banjos. He has a Web site showcasing his hobby, with pictures and descriptions of both current and previously owned instruments. The number of instruments in his collection is purportedly more than 100. "Banjo" Bill Destler has opened for several artists, including Sally Rogers and Howie Bursen. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.