Paul V. Yoder

Paul Van Buskirk Yoder (October 8, 1908 – April 4, 1990) was an American musician, composer, arranger, and band director.

[2] Following years of vascular ailments, Yoder died April 4, 1990, in Hendersonville, North Carolina.

[3] Today, Yoder's arrangement of "Anchors Aweigh" is often used by bands of the Japan Self-Defense Forces, as well as those of other national militaries.

He composed and arranged with a focus on works for young bands and also produced several instrumental methods.

Yoder's arrangement of "You're a Grand Old Flag" is commonly used today by the U.S. military in its performances of the song.