ABOUT ELY
Based in New York City, Ely is emerging as one of the scene’s most exciting new voices. Known for his genre-blending versatility, he connects his all-around guitar, production and composition skills.
Originally from Tel Aviv, Ely is a member of “Ursa Major” - eight-time Grammy Award-winner Christian McBride’s newest quintet. Ely has collaborated with a wide range of acclaimed artists, including Shai Maestro, Braxton Cook, Noah Preminger, Amir Bresler and Larry Klein.
He will soon release his self-produced debut album. Always searching for deeply personal sounds, Ely’s music draws from an eclectic mix of jazz, indie-folk, and electronic influences.
LISTEN
as sideman
production,mixing, studio work..
UPCOMING SHOWS
UPCOMING SHOWS
OCT 8
Single Release Show at Close Up
Ely Perlman Band
SEPT 16
City Winery — Philadelphia, PA
With Christian McBride & Ursa Major
SEPT 17
Downtown Jamboree — Montclair, NJ
With Christian McBride & Ursa Major
SEPT 26
Monterey Jazz Festival — Monterey, CA
With Christian McBride & Ursa Major
DEC 4 + 5
SFJAZZ
With Richie Goods & Chien Chien Lu
JAN 20–27
McBride’s World At Sea Cruise
“Guitarist Ely Perlman.. showed off incredible solo skills that reminded listeners of the gold standard musicianship of legendary jazz and jazz fusion guitarist Pat Metheny.”
UTAH JAZZ REVIEW
PRESS
“The newest name…guitarist Ely Perlman, was one of the primary takeaways from the festival. His solos kept arriving at striking original ideas. Watch for him.”
NEW YORK JAZZ RECORD
“Perlman’s composition swims in the seas of contemporary jazz meets ambient. A minimalist approach, opened up with processed electric guitar, which favors texture and mood over extended virtuoso spotlighting.”
HUMP DAY NEWS
PHOTO BY TYLER FRANZ
