ABOUT
Paul Nelson is an active trombonist, composer, arranger, and music educator in the Los Angeles area. Paul has appeared on dozens of recordings and albums for TV, film, and commercial records for groups and artists around the country. His musical career began in Athens, Georgia, where he began arranging and recording for local groups and Atlanta artists of various genres. Additionally, he managed and composed for Athens-based band Misnomer, an eclectic, ten-piece collective performing original music in modern funk styles.
Currently, Paul leads his own creative project, 'Paul Nelson's Big Ol' Band,' a 17-piece orchestra featuring original music and arrangements. He also composes for a small group 'Paul Nelson and Friends.' As an educator, Paul leads the big band at Burbank High School and maintains a private studio of low brass musicians and aspiring music producers. He has shared the stage with bands and leaders such as Bob Mintzer Big Band, Dave Slonaker Big Band, Bill Holman, John Daversa, Ebi, the Santa Monica Symphony, Patrice Rushen, Futurebirds and Bret McKenzie. In 2020, Futurebirds album 'Teamwork,' a record in which Paul arranged the horn arrangements, was nominated by Downbeat Magazine as one of the best albums of 2020 and mentioned by Rolling Stone Magazine for its 'psychedelia and twang.'
Most recently, Paul has appeared on commercial recordings, television shows, singles, and albums by the likes of Ringo Starr, Troy Laureta, Shea Diamond, Billy Porter, Paramount's 'Rise of the Pink Ladies,' and more.
All Videos
All Videos
Mara Kaye - You Don't Love Me (No no no)
Paul Nelson's Big Ol' Band - Let Me Love You
Paul Nelson's Big Ol' Band - Best of Me
Paul Nelson's Big Ol' Band - September in the Rain
Events
Sun, Apr 28American Federation of Musicians Local 4Apr 28, 2024, 3:00 PMAmerican Federation of Musicians Local 4, 3220 Winona Ave, Burbank, CA 91504, USA
Tue, Apr 30Vibrato Grill JazzApr 30, 2024, 7:00 PMVibrato Grill Jazz, 2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077, USAApr 30, 2024, 7:00 PMVibrato Grill Jazz, 2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077, USAMore info: https://resy.com/cities/la/herb-alperts-vibrato-grill-and-jazz?date=2024-04-30&seats=2&fbclid=IwAR3_yKQLkaZELeKElBjtkv6PjAMoB3lFv3v3KS0Ya4YG0Yaf6iAoLh1w7Qw_aem_AZN8AicvGN6Iy8ZEW2zycBeZ3f4C9Qxs0jHN7ewDIqc-gco1zIw1SA16DP-K9HsRzWw
Sun, Apr 14American Federation of Musicians Local 4Apr 14, 2024, 7:00 PMAmerican Federation of Musicians Local 4, 3220 Winona Ave, Burbank, CA 91504, USA
Sun, Mar 24View , Music Bar & LoungeMar 24, 2024, 4:00 PMView , Music Bar & Lounge, 1431 W Knox St, Torrance, CA 90501, USA
Fri, Mar 22Art Share L.A.Mar 22, 2024, 7:00 PMArt Share L.A., 801 E 4th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USAMar 22, 2024, 7:00 PMArt Share L.A., 801 E 4th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USATickets: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/F75WEWAWDH50K/checkout/4YXX7YZYH6MN7XLUDJLXVCD3?src=sms&fbclid=PAAaa4KuBIfA1ze8KAWH6_FXdrrJuyqHFEoHyRD4XvYJKU4qrmta-IVpDYNZk_aem_AZO3v0blay8oIZQMZY4mVuOi0zLmvlQPjLeAVk3yRtQKdOHMMLe1F-2Ou9yTl5XJAXE
Sun, Feb 18Herb Alpert's Vibrato Grill & JazzFeb 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PMHerb Alpert's Vibrato Grill & Jazz, 2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077, USAFeb 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PMHerb Alpert's Vibrato Grill & Jazz, 2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077, USAComposer Alan Chan and his 17-piece orchestra + special guest singers Gustavo Hernandez, LC Powell, Ben Thomas and Toonyun. More info at https://resy.com/cities/la/venues/herb-alperts-vibrato-grill-and-jazz/events/alan-chan-jazz-orchestra-celebrating-the-year-of-the-dragon-2024-02-18?date=2024-02-18
Fri, Feb 09Ann Nicole Nelson Concert HallFeb 09, 2024, 7:00 PM PST – Feb 10, 2024, 11:00 PM PSTAnn Nicole Nelson Concert Hall, 500 University Ave W, Minot, ND 58707, USA
Wed, Feb 07Herb Alpert's Vibrato Grill & JazzFeb 07, 2024, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PMHerb Alpert's Vibrato Grill & Jazz, 2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077, USAFeb 07, 2024, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PMHerb Alpert's Vibrato Grill & Jazz, 2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077, USAExperience the synergy of incredible vocal jazz talents harmoniously intertwined with the artistry of an A-list jazz orchestra. More info at: https://resy.com/cities/la/venues/herb-alperts-vibrato-grill-and-jazz/events/danny-jonokuchi-big-band-featuring-jazz-vocalist-tawanda-2024-02-07?date=2024-01-
Sun, Jan 28The Colony TheaterJan 28, 2024, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PMThe Colony Theater, 555 N 3rd St, Burbank, CA 91502, USA
Fri, Jan 26Location is TBDJan 26, 2024, 6:30 PMLocation is TBD
Sun, Dec 24Las VegasDec 24, 2023, 7:00 PM – Dec 25, 2023, 7:00 PMLas Vegas, 3570 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA
Fri, Dec 08The Pico Union ProjectDec 08, 2023, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMThe Pico Union Project, 1153 Valencia St, Los Angeles, CA 90015, USA
Mon, Nov 13The Write Off RoomNov 13, 2023, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PMThe Write Off Room, 11502 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, USA
Mon, Sep 25The Write Off RoomSep 25, 2023, 7:30 PMThe Write Off Room, 11502 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, USASep 25, 2023, 7:30 PMThe Write Off Room, 11502 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, USATickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-teryn-res-big-band-tickets-682548409667?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwAR1KtfLISNHaVdodjPgZB6GadsvcT2gZ7Kvm-ol74fhm_JHfkfmzU5twU98_aem_AbgF9G3eAgfMwEWhjvB_XiucVSN05vnHezSKGfVZirK7RbKyCgpwT-3L1dUCO0PichU- Thu, Sep 21The Write Off RoomSep 21, 2023, 7:30 PMThe Write Off Room, 11502 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, USA
Thu, Sep 07Muckenthaler Cultural CenterSep 07, 2023, 7:30 PMMuckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Ave, Fullerton, CA 92833, USA
Mon, Aug 14The Write-Off RoomAug 14, 2023, 6:30 PM – Aug 15, 2023, 9:30 PMThe Write-Off Room, 11502 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, USA- Wed, Aug 02Vibrato Grill JazzAug 02, 2023, 7:00 PMVibrato Grill Jazz, 2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077, USA
