Town and community · added September 14, 2026
Drumright Municipal Band
Candidate group · high confidenceWhat the evidence supports
February 8, 1921 report records a petition from 25 local musicians, unanimous Rotary backing and a commitment to raise maintenance funds. James Brill, high-school music director, was assigned direction. Organization completion and first rehearsal were scheduled for Thursday at 7:30 at city hall.
Limits and open questions
Formation evidence, not proof the first rehearsal occurred. Source says James Brill; middle initial A and adult-only membership are not established. No proof of tax funding, later lifespan, or identity with a school band or drum corps.
Confidence detail: high. Evidence notes are not a count of distinct ensembles.
Sources
Drumright Evening Derrick (Drumright, Okla.), Vol. 5, No. 266, Ed. 1 Tuesday, February 8, 1921 - Page 1 of 4 - OCR Text - The Gateway to Oklahoma History