Paul Elwood, singing guitarist
Overview
Paul's repertoire includes standards from the Great American Songbook and features tunes from the days when “jazz” and “pop music” were synonymous. You’ll enjoy an interesting and eclectic mix of classic and current popular, blues, country and rock tunes! Traditional to contemporary.
Paul works solo and as part of a duo or trio to treat your guests a classy, stylish and highly entertaining time! Reach out for scheduling availability.
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Price range: $125 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 360 minutes
What to expect
Paul's repertoire includes standards from the Great American Songbook and features tunes from the days when “jazz” and “pop music” were synonymous. You’ll enjoy an interesting and eclectic mix of classic and current popular, blues, country and rock tunes!
Paul will give your guests a classy, stylish and highly entertaining time! Reach out for scheduling availability.
About
Paul Elwood, Guitarist:
Guitarist Paul Elwood has played at venues around the tri-state area for more than a decade. Paul’s repertoire includes many standards from the Great American Songbook and also features tunes from the days when “jazz” and “pop music” were synonymous. Enjoy an eclectic mix of classic and current popular, blues, country and rock tunes!
Paul studied at Berklee School of Music online under Boston-based guitarist and instructor David Newsam and privately with noted NJ guitarist John LaGreca. He performs regularly with pianist Patrick Kerssen and Arturo Baguer as the vocalist/guitarist for the Paul Elwood Trio. An avid guitarist and guitar/music instructor, Paul’s dad Johnnie got him started with Travis-style guitar as a pre-teen and he’s been trying to get better at it ever since (a half-century and counting). He plays electric, acoustic & classical guitar, ukulele, harmonica and clarinet. When he’s not working as a musical entertainer, Paul also gives private fingerstyle guitar lessons in-person and online.
Additional booking notes
I'll typically bring any PA equipment I might need. I like to get to the gig in enough time to set up and sound check.
Set list
A Fine Romance | After You’ve Gone | All My Lovin’ | Angel Eyes | Autumn In New York | Autumn Leaves | Beyond The Sea | Blue Moon | Bring It On Home to Me | Can’t Help Falling | Come together | California Dreaming | Cry Me A River | Deep Elem blues | Dream A Little Dream | Dream Lover | Every Time We Say Goodby | Fly Me To The Moon | Folsom Prison Blues | Ghost Riders In The Sky | How High The Moon | Honeysuckle Rose | It’s A Jungle Out There | I’ve Got The World On A String | I’ve Got My Love To Keep Me Warm | Killing Me Softly | King Of The Road | L.O.V.E. | Love Potion #9 | Miss Celie’s Blues | My Funny Valentine | Nearness Of You | Night And Day | Nobody Knows You | Pennsylvania 6-5000. | Please Don’t Talk About Me | Route 66 | Straighten Up And Fly Right | Stormy Weather | Way You Look Tonight | When I Fall In Love | While My Guitar
Influences and inspiration
Guitar/vocal duos such as Joe Pass/Ella Fitzgerald or "Tuck" Andress and singer Patti Cathcart. I love the sweet simplicity of a beautiful female vocal part and supporting jazz guitar. Chet Atkins for guitar, and my teachers John LaGreca and David Newsam at Berklee.
Setup requirements
Covered stage outside especially if it's sunny. I appreciate when there is a plan for contingencies, such as an alternate place to set up.