Paul Louis Lessard is a passionate educator, musician and performer and believes everyone has the ability to connect, transform, and ascend through the universal power of singing.
As a vocal teacher, they believe in the union of healthy vocal technique, mental focus, and emotional awareness working in harmony to produce a sound and experience that is vibrant, truthful and unique to each individual singer.
Originally hailing from Okemos, Michigan Paul grew up as the youngest in a family of six and was surrounded by their family’s love of music, theatre, dance, literature, art, and travel. They trained at The Interlochen Arts Academy, The London Dramatic Academy and received their BFA from The University Of Michigan in Musical Theatre.
Paul’s previous teaching experience includes The Interlochen Arts Center, The New York Film Academy, Ann Arbor Public Schools, The Maltz Jupiter Conservatory for the Performing Arts, and The University of Michigan.
With over 25 years as a professional performing artist, Paul made their west coast debut in Portland Center Stage’s 2010 production of Sunset Boulevard. Their work also includes performances at Music Theatre Of Wichita, The Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, Northern Stage, Maine State Music Theatre, North Shore Music Theatre, Palm Beach Dramaworks, Pioneer Theatre Company originating the role of Albert de Morcerf in Frank Wildhorn’s American premiere of The Count of Monte Cristo, as well as appearances at New York City’s Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center (I Am Harvey Milk with Kristin Chenoweth), and in the film Easter Mysteries. They also worked as the lead vocalist with Regent Seven Seas and in 2009 Paul received the “Outstanding Individual Performance Award” for their work in the New York Musical Festival.
Paul most recently made their Broadway national touring debut in the 50th anniversary production of Jesus Christ Superstar direct from London’s West End in the role of Herod. This production re-opened the Broadway Series in 2021 at Portland’s Keller Theatre. Their performance garnered positive international acclaim including mention in The LA Times, The Boston Globe, The Washington Post, and The Toronto Star.
Paul is also a certified yoga instructor, having recently completed their training at The Yoga Space NW in Portland, Oregon.
Paul is honored and grateful to guide anyone through their vocal journey, from one breath to the next.
Paul pronouns: he/they
Please Note: Paul is not currently taking lessons in-person at Resound NW, while is on tour with the Broadway production of Hamilton. Book online lessons with Paul by emailing us at [email protected].
