Garry Elliott
Performance Instructor: Classical, Jazz Guitar
Garry Elliott is an Ottawa guitarist specializing in classical and jazz guitar performance and instruction. Offering in both Classical guitar and Jazz guitar, Garry received a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Ottawa, where he studied with Michael Strutt. He also participated in masterclasses with David Russell and Manuel Barruecco.
As a classical guitarist, Garry provides as a soloist, and plays in for weddings, ceremonies and events. He collaborates regularly with Ottawa musicians, including flutist Gertrude Létourneau, with whom he has recorded the CD Habañera, and has recently released the CD Pre-Dawn Skies with pianist Steve Boudreau. He has performed and recorded with composer, guitarist Roddy Ellias and the tango nuevo ensemble Norteño. As well as providing in the Ottawa area, Garry is also very active on the Ottawa jazz scene, recently in a performance of original compositions from Pre-Dawn Skies at the Ottawa Jazz Festival. Click on the tab to hear a sampling.
Garry’s performances in various festivals include the Ottawa and Montreal Jazz Festivals, the Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival and the Westben Music Festival. He has recorded for the CBC and Radio Canada on numerous occasions. Garry in Ottawa for ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ University, as well as providing private instruction.