Paul Bomar is a jazz guitarist who performs with a number of jazz combos in the triangle area. He offers jazz groups of varying instrumentation for clubs, restaurants, wedding receptions, private parties, and corporate events. He is excellent at choosing the correct jazz musicians to accompany him to fit the needs of your special event. Jazz provides elegance, sophistication, and fun to any event.
We had a client event and Paul and his group added just the right touch. We were complimented all night long on how great they were. We highly recommend!
Response from Paul Bomar:
Thanks so much Erin!! We had a lovely time. 🎶😊
They were so professional and talented. The music was fabulous and they were friendly and everything went smoothly.
Response from Paul Bomar:
Thanks so much Shawna! We had a wonderful time. Please let me know if we can be of any further service. 😊
Paul and his accompanying players were excellent. We had a brunch wedding reception, and they provided beautiful soft jazz music throughout, as well as a song for my husband and I to dance to. Communication was excellent throughout the whole process. Paul is super friendly and accommodating. Would definitely recommend!
Response from Paul Bomar:
Thanks so much Laura! We had a great time and I'm so glad you're pleased. 😊
Paul and his band really made the night special. Great talent. They were flexible and wanted our event to succeed. I will definitely book them again.
Response from Paul Bomar:
Thanks so much Rob! We had a great time. 😊🎶
Paul's performance was outstanding they work beautiful together. My residents and staff really enjoyed themselves.
Response from Paul Bomar:
Thank you so much! We had a lovely time performing for the residents.
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Paul and his band were amazing! Great communication throughout from before we booked him until the day of the event. On time. Tailored his playing to the feel of the party and the room. Most of all, the music was great!!
I will be booking him again for sure!
Response from Paul Bomar:
Thanks so much Wes! It was a pleasure to perform at your event. Looking forward to working with you again soon. 😊
Communication with Paul was super easy and timely. But the best part - the music was amazing and perfect for our event! We’ll definitely be booking Paul for future events!
Response from Paul Bomar:
Thank you so much, Kathy. We had a wonderful time! 😊
Thank you for helping to make our Gala extra special!
Response from Paul Bomar:
Thank you, Tracy! We're so glad you're pleased and would love to work with you again for future events.
We booked Paul and his group for our holiday party and everyone really enjoyed the live music. I got positive feedback from all the employees, even the ones that were hesitant when they heard we were going to have live jazz. We would definitely book them again.
Response from Paul Bomar:
Thanks so much Alycia! We had a great time performing for you and your co-workers. We'd love to work with you again.
Very professional and talented ensemble. We had a full house and everyone loved this quartet! We can't wait to have them come back again.
Response from Paul Bomar:
Wendy thank you so much! The pleasure was all ours. The Arts Council of Wayne County is a beautiful place and I was honored to bring a group there.
Fabulous music by a very talented group. Book them for your next event. You won't be disappointed; TOP NOTCH entertainment!
Response from Paul Bomar:
Wendy thank you so much! The pleasure was all ours. The Arts Council of Wayne County is a beautiful place and I was honored to bring a group there.
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
I usually provide a duo, trio, or quartet. An audience will enjoy traditional jazz from seasoned players. Volume is never an issue because I'll match the instrumentation to the room. If you'd like to enjoy audio or video samples of my previous performances, you can do so at (link hidden)
Inspired by musically-adept family, Paul Bomar started his musical journey at the age of 13 by picking up a used beginner guitar and learning a few rock tunes. Upon receiving a dubbed copy of Miles Davis's "'Round About Midnight" at the age of 16, he developed a love for jazz that has only grown in the years since.
After playing in several funk and rock bands, Paul set out to share his passion for jazz with the Raleigh-Durham area and performed with his own groups and other jazz combos, as well as working as a session musician for numerous performers in the area. Paul plays, as described by others, "tastefully, economically, tunefully, swinging", drawing from traditional influences such as Kenny Burrell and Jim Hall as well as more recent players such as Ed Bickert and Peter Bernstein.
Paul has numerous studio and live albums under his belt. Comfortable with any instrumental configuration, Paul can provide jazz for a wide range of events or locales, including clubs, corporate events, private parties, weddings, or restaurants. Contact book today.
My setup is usually very simple. Really we'll just need adequate electrical outlets for amps/speakers, and room for the musicians to set up. We also request a roof or some kind of covering. We'll usually arrive 30 minutes before the start of the event.
| December 12, 2024 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Christmas Party |
| November 07, 2024 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Corporate Event |
| April 28, 2024 • 10:00am - 2:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
| October 09, 2022 • 11:00am - 1:00pm | Grand Opening |
| October 08, 2022 • 11:30am - 3:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| September 22, 2022 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Fundraiser |
| June 19, 2022 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Corporate Event |
| December 05, 2019 • 6:30pm - 9:00pm | Christmas Party |
| October 03, 2019 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| June 21, 2019 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | Watts & Ward |
| June 08, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | The Irregardless Cafe |
| May 11, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | The Irregardless Cafe |
| April 28, 2019 • 4:30pm - 6:30pm | Fundraiser |
| January 19, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
| December 05, 2018 • 4:30pm - 7:30pm | Grand Opening |
| July 21, 2017 • 7:00pm - 9:30pm | Cultural Event |
It’s only a Paper Moon - C
All of Me - C
All of You - Eb
But Not for Me - Eb
Bye Bye Blackbird (usually do this as a bossa) - F
Don’t Get Around Much Anymore - C
Doxy - Bb
How High the Moon - G
Indiana - F
Stompin’ at the Savoy - F
Sweet Georgia Brown - F
Take the A Train - C
There is no Greater Love - Bb
Well, You Needn’t (first key of bridge is G7) - F
Li’l Darlin’ - F
Makin’ Whoopee - G
They Can’t Take That Away From Me - Eb
There will Never be Another You - Eb
Lester Leaps In - Bb
Satin Doll - C
Stella By Starlight - Bb
My Romance - Bb
All the Things you Are
Pennies from Heaven - C
If I Were a Bell - F
A Foggy Day - F
Mean to Me - F
Moonglow - G
Sweet and Lovely - C
Killer Joe - C
Sentimental Journey - C
Fly Me to the Moon - C
Friends in Low Places - F
April in Paris - C
I Can't Give You Anything But Love - Eb
Teach Me Tonight - Eb
It Could Happen to You - Eb
Bernie’s Tune - D
Moanin’ - F
You’d be so Nice to Come Home to. - C
Autumn Leaves - G
Dear Old Stockholm - Dm
Summertime - Dm
Fever - Am or whatever
Softly, as in a Morning Sunrise - Cm
Work Song - Fm
I’ve Found a New Baby - Cm
Nature Boy - Em
Alone Together - Dm
Equinox - Cm
Beautiful Love - Dm
Lullaby of the Leaves - Cm
Blue Skies - Dm
Comes Love - Gm
Haitian Fight Song - Gm
Jordu
Birk’s Works - Fm
St. James Infirmary - Dm
You and the Night and the Music - Cm
Things Ain’t What they Used to Be - F
Blue 7 - Bm
Blue Monk - Bb
Take the Coltrane - F just
Straight, No Chaser - F
Blues in the Closet - G
C Jam Blues - C
Bags Groove - F
Soft Winds - Bb
Little Waltz - Fm
My Favorite Things
All Blues - G
Willow Weep for Me (6/8) - G - duplicate
Footprints - Cm
Someday my Prince Will Come Bb
Afro Blue - Fm
Meditation - C
Blue Bossa - Cm
St. Thomas - C
The Girl from Ipanema - F
Recorda Me - Am
My Little Suede Shoes - Eb
Here's That Rainy Day - G
In a Sentimental Mood - Dm
Chelsea Bridge - Db
My Funny Valentine - Cm
Under a Blanket of Blue - Eb
Lover Man - F
What’s New? - C
Angel Eyes - C
| Paul Bomar | Jazz guitarist |
| At least one other musician | upright bass, piano, etc. |
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