Howard Paul

Howard Paul is a soulful, smooth jazz guitarist and President of Benedetto Guitars. A veteran performer and Coastal Jazz Hall of Famer, he’s known for his refined tone, bluesy edge, and collaborations across the global jazz scene.

Howard Paul is a veteran jazz guitarist and a central figure in the Savannah jazz community. As President of Benedetto Guitars and an acclaimed performer, he blends soulful, bluesy phrasing with a refined, modern jazz sensibility. Whether playing solo, in duo with Maggie Evans, or with ensembles like the Jody Jazz Trio and Savannah Jazz Orchestra, Howard’s smooth, lyrical style draws from legends like Jim Hall and Kenny Burrell while adding his own distinctive voice. A Coastal Jazz Hall of Fame inductee and global performer, he continues to shape the sound of jazz from the Lowcountry and beyond.