Background
Gaston, Oland P. was born on November 15, 1925 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Son of Oland P. and Mamie (Tenant) Gaston.
Gaston, Oland P. was born on November 15, 1925 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Son of Oland P. and Mamie (Tenant) Gaston.
Bandmaster certified, United States Army Museum School, 1945. Bachelor of Music, American Conservatory, 1947. Master of Music, American Conservatory, 1948.
Music teacher, Johnson C. Smith University, Charlotte, North Carolina, 1946; music teacher, Public school, New York City, 1953-1983; private teacher piano, organ, since 1963. Lecturer Brooklyn College, 1961-1969.
Organist, choirmaster Salem Methodist Church, 1960-1963. Warrant officer United States.Army, 1944-1947. Member American Guild Organists, National Association Negro Musicians. M C.