Paul began playing the trumpet at the age of 10, starting his musical journey at the High Wycombe Music Centre. He later went on to study music at Goldsmiths, University of London, where he earned his degree.

As a trumpet player, Paul has performed with a range of prestigious ensembles, including the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, London Concert Orchestra, Britten Sinfonia, and the Philharmonie der Nationen in Germany. Solo work has also included Haydn’s Trumpet Concerto and Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto no.2.

In addition to performing, Paul is an accomplished conductor. He is the Musical Director of both South Berks Concert Band and Trinity Concert Band, based near Reading. Under his leadership, both ensembles have performed successfully at the National Concert Band Festival (NCBF) regional and national finals, with Trinity Concert Band notably achieving a platinum award this year. This year Paul has been asked to adjudicate for the London and Welsh regional festivals for the NCBF.

Paul is also a passionate music educator, teaching trumpet at several leading schools. As well as The Abbey School, Paul’s other schools include Wellington College, Royal Grammar School High Wycombe, and St Swithun’s School in Winchester.

Beyond the UK, Paul is a dedicated supporter of the music charity Brass for Africa. He has spent time in Kampala, Uganda, witnessing firsthand the transformative impact of the charity’s work. Paul also co-authored a teaching syllabus designed to support young adults in the BfA program as they begin their own journeys as music educators.