Irons, Earl D., 1891-1967

Colonel Earl D. Irons was a noted Texas bandmaster, cornetist, and composer. He served in the Army Band during World War I. In 1925 he became head of the Band and Orchestra Department at North Texas Agricultural College and from 1942 to 1956 Irons was head of the Fine Arts Department. He retired as professor emeritus of Arlington State College in 1958. Irons was also the founder of Phi Beta Mu (the national school bandmasters fraternity), and a respected amateur golfer.

From the description of Irons papers, 1901-1976, (bulk 1921-1976). (University of Texas at Arlington). WorldCat record id: 25157955

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