Paul Combs
Gear
Soprano - P. Mauriat model 601 DK Alto - model 67R Tenor - Yanagisawa model 990 Bari - King Super 20 Flute - Burkart Resona
Tags
Paul plays heavenly alto. Valerie Ridenour - Key West, The Newspaper
...if you dig soprano saxophnone, you really should hear this guy. He's playing some of the most interesting straight horn around. - Larry Nai, Cadence Magazine
It was fun playing with you . . .very nice playing with a singer chops, besides your sax virtuosity. — Blaise Lantana, vocalist/radio producer, KJZZ Phoenix
...one of the [New England] region's premier Jazz sax players. - Martha Ouellette, Stroudwater Live Music Series
[The Pocket Big Band] is a nine piece powerhouse with an outstanding jazz book
Primary Instrument
Saxophone
Location
San Diego
Credentials/Background
I taught for many years, both privately and in the classroom. Since moving to San Diego I have retired from teaching, although I may return to teaching one of these day. I enjoyed my years in education.
Clinic/Workshop Information
I am currently offering lectures, workshops, and residencies on topics related to Tadd Dameron's music, and what I have learned form my research. Contact me directly for the details.
Teaching Experience (clinic, lecture and workshop)
*MMEA All-State Conferences, clinics on creative teaching strategies for jazz ensemble.
*MMEA All-State Conferences, clinics on general music teaching strategies.
*Indian Hill Center for the Arts, Bell Arts Center, Mill Pond Arts Center, Timberlane Regional H.S