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CBS, Candid, Atlantic, Pacific Jazz, MPS. Donald Johnson Ellis (July 25, 1934 – December 17, 1978) was an American jazz trumpeter, drummer, composer, and bandleader. He is best known for his extensive musical experimentation, particularly in the area of time signatures.
Trumpeter, composer, arranger, and bandleader best known for his 1960s and ‘70s large ensemble work. Read Full Biography. STREAM OR BUY: Active. 1950s - 1970s. Born. July 25, 1934 in Los Angeles, CA. Died. December 17, 1978 in Los Angeles, CA. Genre. Jazz. Styles.
Ellis studied ethnomusicology at UCLA and his interest in quarter-tone composition emerged into his work. By 1973, when he recorded “Soaring”, a 10-cut musical haiku, all of his interests were converging into a style that was bold, intensely rhythmic and perfectly calibrated sound for the big screen.
May 28, 2019 · Don Ellis one of the most colorful big bands in the history of jazz from 1966 until 1978. Ellis's big band was distinguished by its unusual instrumentation, the exploration of unusual time signatures, its occasional humor and its openness to using rock rhythms and electronics.
Jun 27, 2022 · Before his untimely death in 1978 at the young age of 44, Don Ellis was one of the most creative and innovative jazz musicians of all time. In a career span of less than 25 years, Don Ellis distinguished himself as a trumpeter, drummer, composer, arranger, recording artist, author, music critic, and music educator.
Don Ellis (1934–78) Donald (Don) Ellis was an American trumpeter, composer, and bandleader known for his experimentation. Born in Los Angeles, California, Ellis graduated from Boston University in 1956 with a composition degree.
This playlist is the most exhaustive compendium of Don Ellis' works available on YouTube uploaded by myself or other parties. The list contains Ellis' work f...
