The information in this biography was published in 2015, based on interviews prior to that date. Later events and accomplishments may not be included.
Preston Jackson
Image
Name
Jackson, Preston
Dates
1930??-
Where Raised
Residence
Occupation
not known
Role
Harmonica Player
Preston Jackson came along one evening with fiddler Attwood O'Connor to the Ceilidh Kitchen Party at Bingo Country (informally known as the Bingo Country Ceilidh), held at Bingo Country Hall on Riverside Drive in Charlottetown.
Solo harmonica playing was once a common feature of Island musical get togethers, and in a pinch Islanders would dance square sets to harmonica accompaniment.
As yet there is little biographical information on Jackson. He appeared to be roughly O'Connor's age and it seemed reasonable to assume that the two lived near one another.
Images
Preston Jackson (gtr) at Bingo Country Ceilidh in Charlottetown, 2006; L-R: Attwood O'Connor, fiddle; Jackson, Theo Weigers, drums
Tune Selections
| Home Waltz / Four Marys (harmonica) | Accompanied by: Doug Matheson, pno; Stan Chaisson, gtr; Theo Weigers, drums | info | |
| Home Waltz / Four Marys (harmonica) | Accompanied by: Doug Matheson, pno; Stan Chaisson, gtr; Theo Weigers, drums | info |
Videos
Accompanied by: Doug Matheson, pno; Stan Chaisson, gtr; Theo Weigers, drums