Background
Chesnutt, Nelson Alexander was born on June 1, 1872 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Frank Lewis and Kate (MacNichol) Chesnutt.
Chesnutt, Nelson Alexander was born on June 1, 1872 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Frank Lewis and Kate (MacNichol) Chesnutt.
Educated public schools, under private tutors and special studies, University of Pennsylvania. Studied music under masters.
1 son, William Alexander. Began study of piano at age of 5. Organist Westminster Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, at 10, later accompanist for vocalists and violin in Philadelphia and other cities.
Organist and choirmaster various churches
Numerous appearances in oratorio and concert. Director vocal department Combs Conservatory of Music, Philadelphia, 1912-1934.
Musical director Philadelphia Consistory A.A.S.R.
Member Music Teachers’ National Association, Musical Fund Society, Saint Andrew’s Society of Philadelphia. Mason (33 degree); member Supreme Council A.A.S.R. for Northern Jurisdiction. Clubs: Orpheus, Music Artist
Married Elizabeth Clarke, March 12, 1896 (died November 20, 1928). Married second, Helen Mayhew, August 8, 1930. Children: Nelson A., Marjorie Clarke (Mistress Edmund G. South. Flannigan).