Gil Parris

Gil Parris

Gil Parris
Background information
Born December 28, 1977
The Bronx, New York City, New York
Genres Rock, jazz, blues, pop
Occupation(s) Musician
Instruments guitar
Years active 1998-present
Associated acts Blood, Sweat & Tears
Website Myspace
Notable instruments
Fender Strat Plus guitar
Carvin SH-225 guitar
Artinger guitar
Gil Parris Signature guitar by Reverend

Gil Parris is an American Grammy-nominated rock, blues, jazz and pop guitarist. He graduated from Ardsley High School. After briefly attending the Berklee School of Music, Parris left to tour Europe as part of a musical troupe performing Jesus Christ Superstar before becoming a recording artist.[1] Parris has released six solo albums and played collaboratively with over 20 other groups/artists. Parris is known for his blending of blues, jazz, rock and smooth jazz in his work. He has recorded and toured both as a solo artist and as a sideman with major artists including Dr. John, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Diane Schuur, David Mann, Billy Vera, Bobby Caldwell and Toni Braxton.

Discography

Solo releases

Collaborations

References

  1. "Gil Parris: Guitarist". All About Jazz. Retrieved 2009-04-17.

External links