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 the jazz 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 Shea Diamond, Billy Porter, Paramount's 'Rise of the Pink Ladies,' and more. Additionally, 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.'
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
Mon, Sep 25The Write Off RoomSep 25, 7:30 PMThe Write Off Room, 11502 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, USASep 25, 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, 7:30 PMThe Write Off Room, 11502 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, USA
Thu, Sep 07Muckenthaler Cultural CenterSep 07, 7:30 PMMuckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Ave, Fullerton, CA 92833, USA
Mon, Aug 14The Write-Off RoomAug 14, 6:30 PM – Aug 15, 9:30 PMThe Write-Off Room, 11502 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, USA- Wed, Aug 02Vibrato Grill JazzAug 02, 7:00 PMVibrato Grill Jazz, 2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077, USA
Sun, Jul 30American Federation of Musicians Local 4Jul 30, 2:00 PMAmerican Federation of Musicians Local 4, 3220 Winona Ave, Burbank, CA 91504, USA
Fri, Jul 21Cicada ClubJul 21, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PMCicada Club, 617 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
Mon, Jul 17The Write Off RoomJul 17, 7:00 PMThe Write Off Room, 11502 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, USA
Sat, Jul 08YouTube TheaterJul 08, 7:00 PM – Jul 09, 7:00 PMYouTube Theater, 1011 Stadium Dr, Inglewood, CA 90305, USA
Fri, May 26Four Points by Sheraton LAXMay 26, 9:00 PM – 10:00 PMFour Points by Sheraton LAX, 9750 Airport Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
Mon, May 15The Write Off RoomMay 15, 7:00 PM – May 16, 7:00 PMThe Write Off Room, 11502 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, USA- Fri, May 12Knitting Factory - North HollywoodMay 12, 7:00 PMKnitting Factory - North Hollywood, 5303 Lankershim Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91601, USA
- Wed, May 037 Grand DTLAMay 03, 10:00 PM – 11:55 PM7 Grand DTLA, 515 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
Wed, Apr 05Vibrato's Grill JazzApr 05, 7:00 PM – Apr 06, 7:00 PMVibrato's Grill Jazz, 2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077, USA
Sun, Apr 02Vibrato'sApr 02, 7:00 PM – Apr 03, 7:00 PMVibrato's , 2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077, USA
Sat, Mar 11Grand Annex - San Pedro, CAMar 11, 8:00 PM – Mar 12, 9:00 PMGrand Annex - San Pedro, CA, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro, CA 90731, USA
Mon, Mar 06Los AngelesMar 06, 7:00 PMLos Angeles, 6010 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035, USA
Wed, Feb 22Los AngelesFeb 22, 7:00 PMLos Angeles, 2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077, USA