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Dolan Ellis

Arizona's Official State Balladeer

NEWS! Dolan sang his Ballad of Sheriff Joe for "the man" himself, Sheriff Joe Arpaio. Photo and story on the NEWS page, or watch some clips here.

First-time visitor?  Wonder who Dolan Ellis is?  What a Balladeer is?  Be sure to check out the Quick Facts page.

Dolan is performing with the New Christy Minstrels once again, as well as presenting his solo concerts at the Arizona Folklore Preserve and elsewhere in the state,

There are now many short videos on this site.  You can find them on the song pages: original songs and cover songs. A good variety of music is offered, and the videos capture Dolan's stage personality as well as his musicianship.  Plus, there's a page with nothing but humorous video clips.


"Dolan Ellis, I'm happy to report, is playing and singing better than ever! ...he's still very much like the kid who excited all of our audiences in the sixties..."

- Randy Sparks, Founder, "Inventor," and Original Leader of the Grammy-winning New Christy Minstrels, after seeing Dolan in concert in February 2005

"[Dolan Ellis] celebrates the beauty of our multifaceted State: its deserts, forests, lakes, and mountains. A dramatic performer and talented photographer, his one-man shows are an experience you won't soon forget." 

- Gustave Erickson, "Echoes of a Different Drum"


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