Greg Ellis(I)
- Music Department
- Composer
- Soundtrack
Greg grew up in Los Gatos, California. As early as he can remember, he
was immersed in the sounds of the Bay Area - from the Monterey Jazz
Festival to the ethnic sounds in Santa Cruz, to the consistently
eclectic San Francisco music scene, he absorbed the diverse blend of
musical styles. His musical journey began with trumpet at age 9. Drums
became his sole passion after receiving his first set of drums at age
12, teaching himself by playing along to records. He moved to Los
Angeles in 1984 and began ten years of touring and recording as a
sideman. During his travels, he also began collecting percussion
instruments from around the world. As he became familiar with these
instruments, he was particularly interested in their melodic and tonal
capabilities. He could finally use drums to compose his own music, and
continue his deepening interest in exploring the true power of rhythm.
Greg eventually set up his own studio and began composing and producing not only his own material, but also music for film and television. He discovered how important it is to record in real time, without the artifice of looping or sequencing - a rare approach in today's musical landscape. He realized this was the only way to truly tap into the devotional spirit of music in which so many of his influences were deeply rooted. This approach laid the foundation for his work with Vas.
Greg eventually set up his own studio and began composing and producing not only his own material, but also music for film and television. He discovered how important it is to record in real time, without the artifice of looping or sequencing - a rare approach in today's musical landscape. He realized this was the only way to truly tap into the devotional spirit of music in which so many of his influences were deeply rooted. This approach laid the foundation for his work with Vas.
