| Bobby Ellis | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Kingston, Jamaica |
| Genres | Reggae |
| Instruments | Trumpet |
Bobby Ellis born 2 July 1932,[1] is a Jamaican trumpet player. He has worked with many reggae artists including Peter Tosh, Burning Spear, and The Revolutionaries.
Bobby Ellis attended the Alpha Boys School which is famous for its musical alumni. While at this school Ellis received tuition on the trumpet and flugelhorn. The school's music curriculum consisted of marches, waltzes and classical pieces which gave Ellis an extensive knowledge of timing, harmony and form. These factors have contributed to his work as a horn arranger for the Studio One (record label).