Music by David Paul
He began violin studies at age 8 and piano lessons at age 6, growing up in a household where music lessons were considered as important as reading, writing and mathematics. After completing a Bachelor's Degree in violin performance from St. Olaf College where he graduated Phi Beta Kappa with honors, and a Master's Degree in orchestral studies from Rice University as a member of an Honors String Quartet and teaching assistant to Ruben Gonzalez, (Concertmaster Chicago Symphony 1986-1996) Mr. Paul began his professional music life as a first violinist in the Jacksonville Symphony where he played full time for 7 years.
The stress of performing in 180 plus concerts each season motivated his search for a practical antidote, and Mr. Paul embraced the study of Tai' Chi Gung with his teacher Rasaji, shortly after arriving in Jacksonville. Within the practice of this profound system of health and longevity began a transformation from a note reading musician to a student of improvisation and composition, a move toward music that touched the heart as much as it impressed the intellect.
Now after more than 20 years practicing Tai' Chi Gung, Mr. Paul's music embraces the power of music to heal. With 5 CDs of original music for violin and piano, the peace and presence of energy and light in his music carries a transforming effect. To learn more, please listen and decide for yourself. Thank you for coming here to visit us.
