Powell Weaver (1890–1951) was an American composer, organist, pianist who was active in the midwest during the early 20th century and who wrote some organ pieces that are included in recitals today.
His teachers were organ, Gaston Dethier, composition, Marjorie Goetschius and piano, Carolyn Beebe.
In Italy his teachers were Composition, Ottorino Respighi and organ with Remigio Renzi.
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 described by organist Frederick Hohman as "the oldest original and intact 4 manual Ernest M. Skinner Organ (1912)".
[3][4] He then went on to be organist and director of music for the First Baptist Church (1938-1951) and also Temple B'nai Jehudah.