George Dobson (3)

Australian trumpet player (b. Berrigan, NSW. 7 Nov., 1907 - Professional dance band musician from age 17 when he went to Melbourne and worked at the Merri Palace dance hall for a year. Worked various bands around Australia & New Zealand from 1928-1945 except for 1942-1944 when he was in the Army. Principal trumpet in Melbourne ANC Dance Band (1946-1956). Member of Melbourne Symphony Orchestra 1955-1968. Formed Victorian Trumpet Trio in 1957. Music Master at Carey Grammar School 1969-1973.