Wesley Isaac Howard (February 1, 1892 – 1962) was a violinist and professor in charge of the violin and ensemble departments at the Howard University Conservatory of Music from 1921 to 1927.

[1][2] Howard attended the New England Conservatory of Music, graduating in 1916.

[3] He was an assistant band leader in the 809th Pioneer Infantry in World War One.

[4][5] He returned to study abroad in 1921 and received a certificate of commendation from Maurice Hayot at École Normale de Musique de Paris.

[4]: 384–385  He was awarded a Wanamaker Music Contest prize in 1927 and played with Roland Hayes for several seasons.