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Paul Schulz is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Music at the University of St. Thomas. He specializes in teaching private bass and contrabass clarinet lessons. His professional affiliations include memberships in the Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra (principal clarinet since 2005), Minnesota Sinfonia (principal clarinet since 2011), and Thursday Musical as an Artist Series performer. He has also contributed to ensembles such as the Minnehaha Music Reading Orchestra and previously held roles in the St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra and Greensboro Symphony Orchestra.
Education: Paul earned a Bachelor of Music (BM) in French Horn and Clarinet Performance from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, graduating summa cum laude. He later obtained a Master of Music (MM) in Horn Performance from Arizona State University.
Research & Creative Work: As a composer, he has written numerous pieces for the Minnesota Sinfonia’s Winter Concert Series and Music in Schools programs, often premiering his works with accompanists like Vern Maetzold and Mary Goetz. His focus is on orchestral and educational music composition, reflecting his dual commitment to performance and creative contributions.
Advising & Grants: While no specific grants or named advisees are listed, his teaching role involves mentoring clarinet students in private lessons. His professional experience includes leadership in the Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra, where he served as board president for three years.
Labs/Teams: Active in multiple musical groups, including the Thursday Musical Artist Series and Minnesota Sinfonia’s educational initiatives. His work bridges academic instruction and professional orchestral performance.
