A celebrated singer-songwriter from Seattle, Paul Gerard is recognized for his compelling voice and poignant lyrics. His mission is to "sing your world into being," a sentiment reflected in his unique ballads, romantic tunes, and expansive anthems. These songs delve into and honor his Pacific Northwest roots, global influences, and the wonders of the natural world. His music is a beautiful blend of personal reflection and environmental awareness, creating a powerful connection with listeners.


Paul has recently released an EP titled Greetings From Cascadia, highlighting a song, Cascadia, which is an anthem to the natural and breathtaking beauty of the great Pacific Northwest region.  Download and streaming options available. Check them out here!


NEXT CONCERT

OCTOBER 24, 2026 • 6:00–8:00pm

C&P COFFEE • West Seattle


All songs written and performed by Paul Gerard

Recorded, mixed, mastered at “Raven Cries Recording Studio” Vashon Island, WA

Produced, engineered, mixed and mastered by Jeff Woollen

CASCADIA SONG LINKS

Cascadia: Back to the Green and Blue

Paul Gerard:

composer, lyricist, vocals, acoustic guitar

Paul Gerard & Jeff Woollen: outro music

Helen Dolejsi, Julia Dolejsi: backing vocals

Claire Willow: cello, backing vocals

Shelley Neal: flute

David Salonen: violin & bass guitar

Wes Peterson: drums 


YouTube Video Link

Forever With You

Paul Gerard:

composer, lyricist, vocals, acoustic guitar

David Salonen: violin, string bass, bass guitar

Claire Willow: cello, lead backing vocal

Julia Dolejsi, Helen Dolejsi: backing vocal

Jeff Woollen: orchestration and horn arrangements

Claire Willow: vocal arrangements


YouTube Video Link


Dinosaur Age

Paul Gerard:

composer, lyricist, vocals, acoustic guitar

Claire Willow: cello, mandolin

David Salonen:  violin, electric guitar, fretless bass


YouTube Video Link

A Day at the Beach

Paul Gerard:

composer, lyricist, vocals, acoustic guitar

Helen Dolejsi, Julia Dolejsi: backing vocals

Claire Willow: cello, backing vocals

David Salonen: violin & bass guitar
Wes Peterson: drums 

Randy Bruce: keyboards


YouTube Video Link



Hey, Jimmy

Paul Gerard:

composer, lyricist, vocals, acoustic guitar

Joseph Dolejsi, Julia Dolejsi,

Helen Dolejsi,  Claire Willow:

backing vocals

Randy Bruce: keyboards

David Salonen:  electric guitars, bass guitar

Wes Peterson: drums 

Here in This Harbor

Paul Gerard:

composer, lyricist, vocals, acoustic guitar

Featuring Kat Eggleston: duet vocals

Claire Willow: cello, mandolin

David Salonen: violin & bass guitar

This past concert season included performances at a variety of wonderful Pacific Northwest venues. I’m deeply grateful to everyone who came out to listen, share community, and support live music throughout the season.


Please stay tuned for upcoming show announcements—I look forward to bringing more Cascadia-inspired music to new and familiar spaces soon.






All songs written and performed

by Paul Gerard


Recorded, mixed, mastered at

“Raven Cries Recording Studio”

Vashon Island, WA


Produced, engineered,

mixed and mastered by Jeff Woollen

Cascadia: Back to the Green and Blue

Paul Gerard:

composer, lyricist, vocals, acoustic guitar

Paul Gerard & Jeff Woollen: outro music

Helen Dolejsi:  backing vocals

Claire Furtwangler:  cello, backing vocals

Shelley Neal:  flute

David Salonen:  violin & bass guitar

Wes Peterson:  drums 


YouTube Video Link

Forever With You

Paul Gerard:

composer, lyricist, vocals, acoustic guitar

David Salonen:  violin & string bass, bass guitar

Claire Willow:  cello, lead backing vocal

Julia Dolejsi, Helen Dolejsi: backing vocalsJ

Jeff Woollen: orchestration and horn arrangements

Claire Willow: vocal arrangements


YouTube Video Link


Dinosaur Age

Paul Gerard:

composer, lyricist, vocals, acoustic guitar

Claire Furtwangler:  cello, mandolin

David Salonen:  violin, electric guitar, fretless bass


YouTube Video Link

A Day at the Beach

Paul Gerard:

composer, lyricist, vocals, acoustic guitar

Helen Dolejsi, Julia Dolejsi: backing vocals

Claire Furtwangler:  cello, backing vocals

David Salonen:  violin & bass guitar

Wes Peterson:  drums 

Randy Bruce:  keyboards


YouTube Video Link

Hey, Jimmy

Paul Gerard:

composer, lyricist, vocals, acoustic guitar

Joseph Dolejsi, Julia Dolejsi,

Helen Dolejsi, Claire Furtwangler:

backing vocals

Randy Bruce: keyboards

David Salonen: electric guitars, bass guitar

Wes Peterson: drums 


Here In This Harbor

Paul Gerard:

composer, lyricist, lead vocals, acoustic guitar

Featuring Kat Eggleston: duet vocals

David Salonen: violin, bass guitar

Clair Willow: cello, mandolin

A DAY AT THE BEACH

CONTACT

paulgerardmusic@gmail.com

206-941-8754

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