Born: Circa 1867, Pennsylvania.
Died: May 4, 1943, Cleveland, Ohio.
Ira’s father was song writer Elisha Hoffman. His middle name was his mother’s maiden name. At age nine, he is said to have written the music for his father’s song "The Little Pilgrim;" as an adult, he was a composer, arranger, and music editor. His works include:
Favorite Gospel Songs: A Tune Boo (music editor) (Jersey City, New Jersey: J. N. Davis, 1894)
--www.hymntime.com/tch
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Tune Title: [Savior, thou knowest the souls that are dreary]First Line: Savior, thou knowest the souls that are drearyComposer: Ira Orwig HoffmanIncipit: 33332 11766 51123Date: 1880