Disciplines: Music Composition

Powell Weaver

Disciplines: Music Composition
Region: Kansas City, MO
Residencies: 1926, 1927, 1934
Powell Weaver (1890–1951) was an American composer, organist, pianist who was active in the Midwest during the early 20th century and wrote some organ works that are included in recitals today. All of Weaver's professional positions were in the city of Kansas City, MO. He was first organist for the Grand Avenue United Methodist Temple from 1918 through 1938 where he presided over the distinguished and venerable 4 manual, Ernest M. Skinner organ, which has been described by organist Frederick Hohman as "the oldest original and intact 4 manual Ernest M. Skinner Organ (dating from 1912).” He then went on to be organist and director of music for the First Baptist Church (1938-1951) and also Temple B’nai Jehudah.