Lincoln Holroyd

Who was Lincoln Holroyd?

Lincoln Holroyd was a cornet soloist with Arthur Pryor, Patrick Conway and appeared with the John Philip Sousa Band. He was an active performer, band leader and music educator in Utica, N.Y., from 1905 until his death in 1961.

Lincoln was the son of wool sorter Edwin Holroyd and grandson of the celebrated poet Abraham Holroyd of Bradford, England. Abraham's efforts were endorsed by wool manufacturer Titus Salt.

Lincoln Holroyd was born in Bradford, England, and emigrated to Bordentown New Jersey at the age of 12. Leaving School at the age of 15, he supported himself by working in stores while studying music and at 20 joined the Third Regiment Band of New Jersey..

Mr. Holroyd came to Utica, NY, in 1905 upon the invitation of Franz Rath