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Born: August 04, 1921 in Farmersville, TX
Years Active: 50 's, 60 's, 70 's, 80 's, 90 's
Genre: Jazz

Biography:
An excellent bop-based guitarist with a slight country twang to his sound, Herb Ellis became famous playing with the Oscar Peterson Trio during 1953-1958. Prior to that, he had attended North Texas State University and played with the Casa Loma Orche ...More >>

Discography: 2002 Twins 2002 In a Mellow Tone 1999 Burnin' 1999 Blues Variations 1998 Evening with Herb Ellis More >>

Filmograpy:

1998	Great Guitars of Jazz
1998	Detour Ahead: An Afternoon with Herb Ellis
1995	Legends of Jazz Guitar, Vol. 3
1995	Oscar Peterson: Music in the Key of Oscar

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Influenced By: Charlie Christian More >> Followers: Earl Klugh More >>

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