My Music Journey

Performing, Teaching & Recording

A Lifetime of Music

I was a professional musician for most of my life organising, managing and performing in many different venues and at events throughout Australia for over 20 years. I have a Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Education from UNSW and have music teaching experience from kindergarten through to HSC level and have taught in the NSW prison system.

I played in various bands working regularly with The Works as a band and then a duo doing top 40 covers. I recorded with a number of original bands, have played classical guitar at weddings and functions, and performed in a 15 piece Latin band that also doubled as a 70's funk band which was great fun.

Through the Years

The Works at Intersection circa 1983 — The Works at Intersection, circa 1983

Protecting What Matters

One hard lesson I have learnt is that if you love music you need to protect your hearing. We never thought about that in the 80's and now I have quite severe hearing loss. If anything, that has made me value music and sound more than ever.

While I no longer play professionally, I do still enjoy making music any chance I get and play guitar and record in my home studio whenever I have time.

Musical Experience

Performance

Over 20 years performing at venues and events throughout Australia with various bands and as a solo artist.

Education

B.Mus., B.Ed. from UNSW. Teaching experience from kindergarten to HSC level, including the NSW prison system.

Recording

Home studio recording and production. Experience recording with original bands and creating music independently.

Honeytung Recordings

Original recordings from my time with Honeytung. Click to play.

Evil Funky Woman

3:23

How Ya Gonna Dance

1:59

Mr Whitey

3:47

Band Credits:

Vocals & Keyboards: Paul Verma | Drums: Paul McDermott | Bass: Michael Huddleston | Guitar: Scott Leimroth