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Paul McCandless is a pioneering woodwinds virtuoso known for his lyrical improvisation and expansive palette across oboe, English horn, and multiple double reeds. Born March 24, 1947 in Indiana, Pennsylvania, he studied at the Manhattan School of Music and began making waves with the Paul Winter Consort before co-founding Oregon. As a founding member, McCandless helped shape a sound that blends jazz, folk jazz, world music, and new age into intimate, exploratory performances. His work has earned multiple Grammy recognitions and continues to inspire listeners and fellow musicians alike.

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On stage and in the studio, McCandless collaborates across genres, bringing a melodic depth and a fearless approach to improvisation. His ongoing performance history, new releases, and collaborations are documented on his official site and streaming pages, making it easy for fans to follow his tours and new projects.

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Upcoming performances feature Paul McCandless’s distinctive woodwind textures in intimate concert settings and larger ensembles alike. Secure your seats to experience his expressive tone, intricate phrasing, and cross-cultural musical conversations that have defined his career. We’ve got you covered for tickets, with reliable access to his latest tour dates and venues.

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Quick Facts About Paul McCandless

  • Born March 24, 1947 in Indiana, Pennsylvania; studied at the Manhattan School of Music; early work included the Paul Winter Consort before co-founding Oregon.
  • Founding member of Oregon; widely regarded for oboe/English horn plus a broad palette of double reeds and woodwinds.
  • Genres include jazz, folk jazz, world music and new age; McCandless is known for lyrical improvisation across a broad instrumental set.
  • Grammy wins include Best Pop Instrumental (Béla Fleck & the Flecktones, 1996) and Best New Age Album (Paul Winter Consort, 2007, 2011); additional nominations include Oregon-related and other projects.
  • Discography spans solo projects and two long-running groups (Oregon and collaborations), with recent albums Lantern (2017) and Live in New Orleans (2016).
  • Official site and Discography pages provide ongoing performance history and collaboration details; social/streaming presence includes his official site, SoundCloud and Apple Music pages.

The records

Paul McCandless Discography

  • Lantern
    2017 · CAM Jazz
  • Live in New Orleans
    2016 · Hi Hat
  • Family Tree
    2012 · CAM Jazz
  • In Stride
    2010 · CAM Jazz
  • 1000 Kilometers
    2007 · CAM Jazz
  • Out of the Woods/Roots in the Sky
    2007 · Collectors
  • Prime
    2005 · Sunnyside
  • Oregon in Moscow
    2000 · Intuition
  • Live at Yoshi's
    2002 · Intuition
  • Music for a Midsummer Night's Dream
    1998 · Oregon Music
  • Northwest Passage
    1997 · Intuition
  • Beyond Words
    1995 · Chesky
  • Troika
    1993 · Verbra
  • Always, Never, and Forever
    1991 · Intuition Music
  • 45th Parallel
    1989 · Portrait
  • Ecotopia
    1987 · ECM
  • Crossing
    1984 · ECM
  • Oregon
    1983 · ECM
  • Oregon in Concert
    1976 · Vanguard
  • Distant Hills
    1974 · Vanguard

Biography

Paul McCandless was born in 1947 in Indiana, Pennsylvania. He honed his craft at the Manhattan School of Music and quickly established himself as a standout multi-instrumentalist. Early career work with the Paul Winter Consort set the stage for his pivotal role as a founding member of Oregon, a group acclaimed for its fusion of jazz, folk, and world music. McCandless is celebrated for masterful control of oboe and English horn, complemented by a broad array of double reeds and woodwinds, enabling a wide sonic palette.

Throughout his career, McCandless has explored jazz-inflected improvisation within world music textures, contributing to a sound that is both lyrical and exploratory. His discography includes solo projects, long-running ensembles, and collaborative albums that highlight his versatility and collaborative spirit.

Discography Highlights

  • Oregon — foundational albums that defined a genre-blending sound
  • Paul McCandless — solo iterations and collaborations that spotlight his woodwind mastery
  • Recent works: Lantern (2017) and Live in New Orleans (2016) showcase live improvisation and intimate performance dynamics

Awards and Recognitions

  • Grammy Award for Best Pop Instrumental (Béla Fleck & the Flecktones, 1996) – shared recognition
  • Grammy Award for Best New Age Album (Paul Winter Consort, 2007, 2011) – for projects connected to McCandless’s network
  • Multiple nominations related to Oregon and associated collaborations

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