Paul Dietrich

Paul Dietrich is an Adjunct Lecturer of Music (Jazz) at Ripon College, where he directs the Jazz Ensemble since 2021. He is based in the Midwest and actively leads the Paul Dietrich Quintet and Jazz Ensemble, releasing acclaimed albums such as Focus (2017) and Forward (2019). His work has been praised for its exceptional composition and performance, earning recognition from All About Jazz and Chicago Jazz Magazine.

Education: B.A. in Trumpet and Jazz Studies from Lawrence University, M.A. in Jazz Studies from DePaul University.

Research Interests: Focused on jazz composition, performance pedagogy, and fostering collaborative musical environments. His commissions include works for institutions like the Isthmus Jazz Festival and Madison College, emphasizing community engagement through music.

Awards & Grants: Two-time recipient of the Greater Madison Jazz Consortium’s Artistic Development Grant. His artistic contributions bridge educational outreach and professional jazz performance.

Teaching & Leadership: Co-trumpet instructor at Lawrence University (2021), former director of jazz ensembles at Madison East High School, and educator at Prairie Music & Arts. Known for mentoring emerging jazz musicians across Wisconsin.