About Cecil Irwin
Lived 1902 – 1935 (aged 32). Cecil Irwin was an American jazz musician.
Cecil Irwin (December 7, 1902 – May 3, 1935) was an American jazz reed player and arranger.
Irwin played early in his career with Carroll Dickerson, Erskine Tate, and Junie Cobb before joining Earl Hines's band as a saxophonist and arranger. He worked for several years with Hines in a variety of ensembles, recording with him extensively. He also played during this time as a sideman with Johnny Dodds, Jabbo Smith, King Oliver, and Joe Venuti. In 1935 he was killed in a car crash while on tour in Des Moines, Iowa.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Cecil Irwin?
American musician (1902-1935)
When was Cecil Irwin born?
Cecil Irwin was born on 7 December 1902 in Evanston.
When did Cecil Irwin die?
Cecil Irwin died on 3 May 1935.
What was Cecil Irwin's occupation?
Cecil Irwin was a jazz musician.
What nationality was Cecil Irwin?
Cecil Irwin was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Cecil Irwin (musician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Cecil Irwin. https://biography.guide/cecil-irwin/
MLA: "Cecil Irwin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/cecil-irwin/.
Chicago: "Cecil Irwin." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/cecil-irwin/.
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