Don Ellis date of birth:
July 25, 1934
How old was Don Ellis when died?
44
Where was Don Ellis born?
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
When did Don Ellis die?
December 17, 1978
What is Don Ellis's occupation?
Trumpeter, Composer, Arranger
What genre is Don Ellis's work?
Jazz, Big band, Avant-garde, Jazz fusion
What instruments does Don Ellis play?
Trumpet, drums
Short Biography
Don 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 unusual time signatures. Later in his life he worked as a film composer, among other works contributing a score to 1971's The French Connection and 1973's The Seven-Ups.