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Paul is a jazz sax player, experienced in both small ensembles and big bands. He has also worked in a number of soul/funk bands.

Currently available for long term collaborations in gigging jazz or cross-genre bands, based either in London or Leeds.

Also available at short notice for session work and depping opportunities.

Paul plays alto, tenor and soprano saxes. He is a good reader and improviser in contemporary and jazz genres. Additional skills in guitar and piano.

Education: Trinity Grade 8 in Jazz Sax (Distinction). Current student at Leeds Conservatoire on the BA Hons (Jazz) Course.

Live Experience: Nightfall Jazz Trio played many gigs in London and SE including numerous wedding functions, a private party at the Savoy Hotel and various corporate functions. Big band work with the Jersey Big Band, on the hotel circuit in Bermuda and in the Leeds Conservatoire SU big band. Bermuda Carnival Band (Piece of the Rock). Session gig at The If Jazz Cafe, Budapest. Soul/Funk bands including Soul Fusion Seven (https://www.soulfusionseven.co.uk/projects-3) and Groove Manoova (https://www.groovemanoova.co.uk/). Also Squabble, a Hammond-based jazz groove ensemble based in W London (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7ZB9C05nrs). Regular participant in the jazz meet-ups at London's Vortex Club.

Influences and idols: See Moodboard below.

Contact Paul on: paulstewart.nichols@gmail.com or 07906-239868.

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