Artist description Paul Lamoureux is Canada's premier "pop" woodwind instrumentalist. This Toronto-based multi-reedman graduated from North Texas State University with a Masters in Music. Paul has played cruise ships, toured Europe, and lived in the Caribbean (Cayman Islands). His varied musical career as studio musician, record producer, theatre musician, teacher and musical director has prepared him well to launch his career as a recording artist. His music reflects his varied musical past, crossing stylistic boundaries with ease. It remains, however, rooted in the "Pop/Jazz" sound of saxophonists David Sanborn, Kenny G., and groups like Spyro Gyra and the Rippingtons.A dynamic and visual performer with a keen sense of humour, Paul is aware that audiences "hear with their eyes" as well as their ears. Fluently bilingual in French and English, Paul possesses the rare combination of ability, personality, and drive necessary to propel an artist's career. Paul is destined to be an international star. Paul Lamoureux is available for live performances at Festivals, Concerts, Corporate Entertainment, as well as for educational concert/clinics.

Music Style Pop /Jazz

Similar Artists David Sanborn, Kenny G., and groups like Spyro Gyra and the Rippingtons.

Artist History PAUL E. LAMOUREUX - Education Master of Music, Jazz Studies, December 1984, North Texas State University, Denton, Texas Bachelor of Music, Jazz Studies (Cum Laude), December 1982, N.T.S. U., Denton, TexasDiploma of Proficiency, Performing Arts: Music, April 1979, Grant MacEwan Community College, Edmonton, Alberta Banff Centre Jazz Workshop, July-Aug. 1979, Banff, Alberta, Canada. Instructors: Phil Nimmons (arranging), Rob McConnell (improvisation), Pat Labarbara (saxophone)Saskatchewan School of the Arts, July 1977, July 1978, Ft. Qu’Appelle, Sask., CanadaStan Kenton Jazz Clinic, Aug. 1978, Sacramento State University, Sacramento, CaliforniaAlberta Summer Music Workshop, July 1976, Camrose, Alberta, CanadaPrivate Study Saxophone with James Riggs, Dennis Diemond, 1979-1984, N.T.S.U., Denton, TexasClarinet with Dr. James Gillespie, 1979-1983, N.T.S.U., Denton, TexasFlute with Dr. Mary-Karen Clardy, N.T.S.U., Denton, TexasOboe with Dr. Charles Veazey, 1984, N.T.S.U., Denton, TexasPiano at Jacob, Shean, & Morris School of Music, 1975-1977, Edmonton, AlbertaPiano and Theory, Alberta College, 1973-1975, Edmonton, AlbertaPiano and Theory, Academie Assomption, 1971-1972, Edmonton, AlbertaVoice with Scott Jarrett (brother of jazz recording artist Keith Jarrett) 1985, Nashville, Tenn.Professional EmploymentMusical Theatre: Starstruck, Hair, Rockaway High Reunion, Jesus Christ Superstar, Anything Goes,Sugar Babies (with Mickey Rooney), Red, Hot, & Cole (Dallas , Texas) Porgy & Bess (Western European Tour, New York Harlem Opera Ensemble), January-June, 1982An Evening of Stardust, Piano-Conductor (featuring the music of Patsy Cline, Roy Orbison, and Elvis Presley), October 1990Television:Day By Day, CFRN Television, Edmonton, Alberta, 1994, 1995Paul Lamoureux and Friends, Shaw Cable, Edmonton, Alberta (2 hour special)Ed MacMahon’s Star Search at Disney/MGM Studios, Orlando, Florida, 1993Nashville Now, New Country, on the Nashville Network, three appearances Radio:Producer, in-studio broadcast recordings for CBC French Radio, Edmonton 1991-1995Gala Albertain de la Chanson, CBC French Radio, provincial song festival: Musical Director, April-May 1991-1994Jazz Sur Le Vif (Jazz Live), Featured Artist on CBC French National Live radio broadcast, leading own quartet, February 19, 1990Corporate:Marketer of the Year Awards -Musical Director (American Marketing Assoc.)Toronto, Ontario 1999, 2000 Paul E. Lamoureux Page 2Accompanying musician for over 100 corporate events from 1979 to 2000Theme Parks:Opryland USA, Staff musician, Nashville, Tennessee, 2 seasons 1985-1986Festivals:Oakville Jazz Festival, Oakville, Ontario, 1997Jazz City Festival, Edmonton, Alberta, 1991, 1990, 1987 & 1984 Cruise Ships:S.S.Norway, Norwegian Caribbean Lines, June-July 1984Accompanying (Backup) Musician:Bobby Curtola, The Coasters, The Drifters, Martha & the Vandellas, Fabian, The Fifth Dimension, Tommy Roe, Frankie Ford, Little Anthony, The Crickets, Ray Peterson, Troy Shondell I(ÒOldiesÓ Rock & Roll Artists).Also: Robert Goulet, Red Skelton, Vic Damone, Glenn Campbell, Frank Sinatrra Jr. , and Flip Wilson (ÒLas VegasÓ Entertainers); Larry Gatlin, Helen Cornelius, Dave & Sugar (Country Artists); DeGarmo & Key, Farrell & Farrell (Contemporary Christian Rock Artists), 1981-1990Shrine Circus Orchestra, Edmonton, Alberta 1983Ice Capades Orchestra, Edmonton, Alberta, 1979Bands:Grace Under Pressure, 1992-1994 (winds, vocals, & percussion)The Sons of the Beach, Nashville showband featuring Rock & Roll from the 50’s & 60’s. Saxophonist/Vocalist/Keyboardist/Vocal Arranger. At Treasure Island Resort, Grand Cayman Island, B.W.I. January 1987-May 1988Rendezvous dance band, Edmonton, Alberta, 1977-1979Teaching:Royal Conservatory of Music, Instructor, Introduction to Cubase, Cubase in 24 HoursRyerson Polytechnic University, Instructor, Sound for Visual Media I (Continuing Education Division)Royal Conservatory of Music, Instructor, Pop Songwriting, Pop Music ArrangingRoyal Conservatory of Music, Music Technology specialist. Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Instructor for Faculty Macintosh Orientation and Computer Literacy Classes. September 1997 to present.Etobicoke School of the Arts, Visiting Artist on saxophone, clarinet, and oboe. September 1996-May 1997Canadian Musician Magazine, published contributor, many pieces in woodwind column, 1994-1997North Texas State University: Graduate Assistantship , directing a Jazz Ensemble and teaching Saxophone. 1983-1985Compositions and ArrangementsÒTogether ForeverÓ -instrumental wedding song for piano, flute, and violincelloÒWriters’ WorkshopÓ -Learning & Skills Television of AlbertaCanada’s War Museum -National Public Service Announcement 1999ÒUn Canadien ErrantÓ , arrangement commissioned by La Chorale St.-Jean (Choir for the French Faculty of the University of Alberta). Laurier Fagnan, dir.Paul E. Lamoureux Page 3 ÒHope My HeroÓ CD for Olyde Nester. Co-composer, 14 songsÒLettres du CanadaÓ vidŽos Žducationnels, co-prod. Alberta Education/Rouen, FranceÒThe JoiningÓ instrumental wedding song, for piano and violincello ÒLes Quatres Saisons de GiseleÒ, SRC (CBC French) Radio Drama, March 1997ÒJake and the KidÓ television series (Nelvana/Great North co-production), Co-Composer September 1995-January 1996 ÒJe suis un oursÓ original music for theatrical production -Theatre Popico, EdmontonÒFrench 20Ó instructional video for Alberta Education, March 1996Fringe Festival, Edmonton 1995 -original music for theatrical productionÒFaire Du SportÓ -theme song for 1995 Alberta French Summer GamesRadio Station ID’s for CHFA, French CBC Radio in Edmonton, AB. 1993-94ÒMoviescoreÓ, Suite for Symphonic Band & Brass Quintet, commissioned by Westfield High School Band, Houston, Texas.Radio commercials for ÒStagÓ, ÒSterlingÓ and ÒMickey’s Malt Liquor, 1985 (G. Heilemann Brewing Co., Milwaukee, WI, USA) -in Nashville, TN., USANineteen works for Jazz Ensemble (Big Band) 1977-1985Several works for Chamber groups: brass quintet, string quartet, clarinet quintet, etc.Record ProductionÒHope My HeroÓ , CD for Olyde Nester. 1998-99ÒScenarioÓ, second CD by Paul Lamoureux, original compositions. January 1997 releaseÒPaul LamoureuxÓ CD & cassette of original pop/jazz instrumental (Lam-Chops Records) March 1994 releaseÒMystik,Ó CD of traditional muslim chant, for Sultana Kara, Edmonton, Alberta, 1995ÒWhen I SingÓ, CD of uplifting songs for Alberta Cancer Foundation, 1994

Group Members Paul Lamoureux, all saxes and flutes,Trumpet, Keyboards, Drum programming Louis Sedmak - Electric Guitar, Brian Hughes - Guitars on "Desire" Bruce Mohacsy - Piano, Van Wilmott - Mallets, String, Paul Shihadeh - Electric Bass, Mike Lent - Bass, Steve Hoy - Drums, Darren Sheppard - Steel Drums, Rick Shadrach Lazar, Congas and all Percussion on "Desire".

Instruments Saxes, flutes, Bass, Drums, Percussions and Keys

Location Toronto, Ontario - Canada

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