I am an energetic musician involved in multiple projects spanning genres from reggae to alternative music. I pride myself on my versatility across woodwinds and vocals, as well as my leadership and educational skills within the music community. Whether performing on stage or teaching, my goal is to positively influence and inspire others through music. My experience includes performing with notable acts such as the BB King All-Stars and at festivals like the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. I also actively participate in community music initiatives and provide private lessons on various instruments, including clarinet, flute, oboe, and saxophone.

Ellis Wright

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I am an energetic musician involved in multiple projects spanning genres from reggae to alternative music. I pride myself on my versatility across woodwinds and vocals, as well as my leadership and educational skills within the music community. Whether performing on stage or teaching, my goal is to positively influence and inspire others through music. My experience includes performing with notable acts such as the BB King All-Stars and at festivals like the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. I also actively participate in community music initiatives and provide private lessons on various instruments, including clarinet, flute, oboe, and saxophone.

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I am an energetic musician involved in multiple projects spanning genres from reggae to alternative music. I pride myself on my versatility across woodwinds and vocals, as well as my leadership and educational skills within the music community. Whether performing on stage or teaching, my goal is to positively influence and inspire others through music.

My experience includes performing with notable acts such as the BB King All-Stars and at festivals like the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. I also actively participate in community music initiatives and provide private lessons on various instruments, including clarinet, flute, oboe, and saxophone.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Woodwinds/Vocals at Big Lagniappe
January 1, 2013 - Present
Perform clarinet, baritone, tenor, alto, soprano saxophone, and flute with background vocals for a New Orleans style jazz and funk band. Serve as horn section leader, arrange horn charts, and coordinate music events featuring notable New Orleans musicians.
Woodwinds/Vocals at John Condron & The Ogo
June 1, 2016 - Present
Play tenor saxophone for a singer/songwriter band, arrange saxophone charts, and coordinate music events including opening performances.
Saxophones/Vocals at Cadillac Groove
March 1, 2019 - September 3, 2025
Provided tenor saxophone and background vocals for a blues, rock, and R&B band. Responsible for arranging horn charts and coordinating music events.
Woodwinds/Vocals at The Selectones
January 1, 2015 - Present
Play tenor saxophone, flute, and provide background vocals for a reggae and ska band. Arrange horn charts and coordinate music events.

Education

Associate in Arts at Joliet Junior College
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025
Bachelors in Music Performance at University of Saint Francis
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2020

Qualifications

Music Committee Board Member
January 1, 2018 - September 3, 2025
Joliet Art Movement Board Member
July 1, 2020 - September 3, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization