Alfred Beirly

Life

Born: 1848

Died: Unknown

Biography

Alfred Beirly was born in Pennsylvania. Moving west, he settled in Chicago, established a music publishing business, and was an active leader in the business community. He published a number of hymnals and song books for use at singing schools and music conventions. His compositions include many hymns and part-songs. His cantata “Emmanuel” was well-known throughout the mid-west and his nationalistic song “Flag of America” received widespread praise.

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List of choral works

• The Silent Grove
• We’re Sailing

 
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Publications

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