Guitarist • Composer • Producer • Educator • Artistic Director
McArdle Music is the creative home of Paul McArdle, bringing together original music, performance, composition, recording, and education through a lifelong commitment to creativity, collaboration, and connection.
Paul McArdle is a guitarist, composer, producer, educator, and artistic director based in Upstate New York. With over 15 years of professional experience across Rochester, Syracuse, Buffalo, and the Finger Lakes region, Paul has developed a career centered on jazz, contemporary music, improvisation, composition, performance, and creative education.
His work combines professional musicianship with a passion for original expression, collaboration, and meaningful musical experiences. Through guitar, composition, and improvisation, Paul continues to develop a distinctive artistic voice while connecting with audiences, students, and fellow musicians.
Paul also specializes in adaptive music education, combining musical expertise with experience in community arts and educational environments to create opportunities for creativity, communication, and personal expression through music.
Paul McArdle Group
Currently developing an original music ensemble focused on composition,
improvisation, collaboration, and live performance. The group represents the
next evolution of Paul’s work as a composer and bandleader, bringing together
creative musicians to explore original material and artistic collaboration.
Paul has performed, recorded, and collaborated with a diverse range of regional artists and ensembles across jazz, contemporary, rock, funk, and improvisational music communities.
For performances, lessons, collaborations, and creative projects:
Email: mcardlemusic.paul@gmail.com
McArdle Music
Guitar • Composition • Production • Education