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Elmer Keeton

1882–1947

United States

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William Elmer Keeton (February 14, 1882 – January 1, 1947), commonly known as Elmer Keeton, was an American musician, composer, community leader, teacher, and music director in Oakland, California. He was the founder of Keeton's Oakland Color Chorus, which was later known as Keeton Memorial Chorus.

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