Its been a few years since Paul Van Ross has toured NZ and delighted audiences with his compositions. Influenced by jazz, classical, Cuban and folk traditions, Pauls music rich in detail, varied in character, yet remaining uniquely personal. His music simultaneously pays tribute to the Jazz greats whilst being highly energetic and reflecting personal life experiences.
For this tour Paul will be playing with his colleague and long standing collaborator Mark Lockett (drums) whom together they are known to produce music that is highly interactive, energetic, and engaging.
“On ballads, (Paul) could wring a tear from a walnut and when playing up tempo he navigates the terrain with ease. His compositions are engaging.” – John Fenton
“Hard fast and exciting playing…with great ideas….that’s what I like about Paul Van Ross and his music…check him out.” – George Garzone
Door sale available at $15 for general admission. WJC members and students with ID $10.
About Paul
Saxophonist / flutist and composer, Paul has performed, studied and recorded with top musicians in the USA, Cuba, Japan, Colombia, Germany, Australia and New Zealand. Teachers have included George Garzone, Ari Hoenig, George Coleman, Seamus Blake & Jamie Oehlers. Paul has released 4 albums including My Cuba Soul which was nominated for the Best Australian Contemporary ‘Avant-garde’ Jazz Album in the 2015 Bell Awards.
