About Us

Paul Feldman, Trumpeter, started his musical journey in the North Penn School District, where he earned accolades like the Rick Kerber Award for Best Trumpet Solo at the 2008 Cavalcade of Jazz Championships. A graduate of West Chester University with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education and Performance (Jazz Studies Minor) and Magna Cum Laude honors, Paul studied under esteemed trumpet instructors including Dr. Jean Christophe Dobrzelewski, Rob Skoniczin, and John Swana. During his collegiate career, Paul performed with legends such as Bobby Shew, Guillermo Klein, and Randy Brecker as a member of the Criterions Jazz Ensemble. He also achieved recognition as a semi-finalist in the National Trumpet Competition, recipient of the Michael Falcone Jazz Scholarship, and prizewinner in the West Chester University Trumpet Competition. Post-graduation, Paul has balanced teaching and performing, with roles in Baltimore County Public Schools and active participation in ensembles like the Academy Orchestra, Verdi Band of Norristown, and West Chester University alumni groups. He is also a music adjudicator with US Bands, evaluating high school performances across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and West Virginia.