About
Paul Zaborac is a versatile saxophonist, composer, and educator. He has performed throughout the U.S. and internationally in Costa Rica, China, Hong Kong, and Australia. Well versed in both classical and jazz saxophone, Paul brings a unique and creative vision to his performances.
In addition to regularly performing as a soloist and chamber musician, Paul is a co-founder and artistic director for the Scheherazade Music Festival. He has appeared with the Colorado Music Festival Orchestra, the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, the Breckenridge Music Festival Orchestra, the National Repertory Orchestra, and the Longmont Symphony Orchestra.
Paul regularly leads jazz groups performing his original music and has released three albums: Actualize, Paul Zaborac Quartet: Live, and Long Way Out. He has appeared at the Monterey Next Generation Jazz Festival and has had the opportunity to share the stage with jazz artists such as Rufus Reid, Tia Fuller, John Von Ohlen, Stan Sulzman, Greg Gisbert, Ernie Watts, and others.
Press
“The [Paul Zaborac] trio’s debut album [Actualize] features jazz in a variety of textures with great interplay between the trio. The drum work from Deva is particularly impressive as the trio experiment with their tempos.”
– Sammy Al, The New Thing on Eastside 89.7FM, Sydney.
“The Paul Zaborac Quartet is an inspired group that uses their creative energy to produce refreshingly original music.”
- Tom Myer, Professor of Saxophone - CU Boulder
“…Zaborac’s ability to deliver a strong message in his playing was remarkable.”
- Jazz Inspires