Paul-Vernon-Chester

Guitarist & Composer

One of the UK’s and the world’s finest Gypsy Jazz Guitarists & a Maestro of finger Style playing, Paul’s Playing & Compositions are rapidly bringing him to the forefront of the Gypsy Jazz Guitar scene. His playing, in the Django Tradition, is warm open-hearted and high octane!  Regularly appearing on the same Stage as many of the big names of the genre, Paul’s work has been broadcasted both in the UK & Abroad.

His Compositions once heard are rarely forgotten. ‘Hauntingly Beautiful’ & ‘Infectious’ are both accurate descriptions that have been applied to Paul’s Music, as proven in many Performances that have earned him huge respect from Audiences & Artists alike. He is Internationally respected and has shared Stages with some of the world’s finest Gipsy Jazz musicians.

Described by one hardened Gipsy Jazz Fan as “scarily good” he not only plays with great technical finesse but, most importantly, with enormous charm & soul. He is supported by his cousin and long-time accompanist, the superb Rhythm Guitarist, Nick Mellor.