Eric Jessop

Eric Longford Jessop was born and brought up in the colliery village of Dodworth where generations of his parents' families were miners and leading lights in the brass band movement. A member of the Dodworth brass band from an early age, he has continued his musical interests in local bands, sharing his skills as a tutor, conductor, arranger and composer. He has competed nationwide as well as overseas. Eric is Vice-chair of No. Area, National Association of Brass Band Conductors. He also finds time to enjoy other music, the company of his family and the history of his locality.