* Ca. 1867 New Orleans, La.
† 1938 New Orleans, La.

As a brass band musician he played with: Henry Allen, Tuxedo, Zulu band, Onward Brass Band.

According to Louis Armstrong, "Eddie Jackson used to really swing the tuba when the band played marches." He also called him Big tall Eddie Jackson.

Also Eddie played the bas violin in the Pelican Orchestra led by Ed Clem.

He was a veteran of the advertising wagons and the "jitney" dance halls. Played with the Onward Brass band in 1910-1912 and led his own band during the late 20's. Played with the Tuxedo Brass Band. During the late 30's with the Young Tuxedo Brass Band. 16

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16 New Orleans Jazz, family album by Al Rose and Edmond Souchon