Michael-Paul Gurulé is a saxophonist, singer, composer and conductor based in Bellingham, Wash.
Check out his discography.
When I first heard the heartbeat of Hot Club of France, I knew I had found my music.
Michael performs jazz for people who are both inspired and intimidated by the art form. Inviting people to listen with their hearts and with their feet. He believes that music should bring people together and through the music share all lived truths through power of rhythm. With a singing tradition based on the emotional depths of French chanson to the mid-century magic of hard-bop, Michael mixes several styles into his brand of Jazz Manouche.
Upcoming Shows
10.21.23
The Blue Room, with Pearl Django
2 & 7pm Bellingham, WA
9.23.23
Djangofest Northwest
Langley, WA
TBA
Album Release
Coming Soon!!!
About Michael-Paul
Over ten years, Michael-Paul has been exploring the world of acoustic jazz. Living in the Pacific Northwest, he has been touched by several of the established groups from around the Seattle region., identifying this sound as Manocuhe N.W. He had adopted the language of Manouche Jazz with a heavy west coast influence that incorporates the cosmopolitan eclecticism for which the region is known.
In addition to playing and singing Michael has been conducting bands and choirs and composing for large and small ensembles. He is also known for his work in the Bellingham community teaching vocal jazz.
Discography
A Django-influenced world jazz concept, Michael-Paul’s full discography with Nuages.
Pure Imagination
The album that started the journey.
Oblivion
A relaxing selection of songs inspired by absinthe.
Neuf
Jazz and world music all in one.