Alfred Pee Wee Ellis Musical artist

Alfred "Pee Wee" Ellis (born April 21, 1941) is an American saxophonist, composer and arranger. He was an important member of James Brown's band in the 1960s and appeared on many of Brown's most notable recordings. He also worked closely with Van Morrison. In later years, he became a resident of England, living in the town of Frome in the county of Somerset.

Personal facts

Alfred Pee Wee Ellis
Alias (AKA)Pee Wee Ellis
Birth dateApril 21, 1941
Birth place
Florida , Bradenton Florida , United States

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Musical artist

Career started1954
associated musical artist
James Brown
Van Morrison
BackgroundNon vocal instrumentalist
genre
Funk
Jazz
Soul music
instrument
Flute
Alto saxophone
Baritone saxophone
Soprano saxophone
Tenor saxophone
Keyboard instrument
record label
Rykodisc
Minor Music
Skip Records

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External resources

  1. http://news.allaboutjazz.com/uys-pee-wee-ellis-and-anthony-coleman-interviews.php#.U9Gcr6jhSbI