A NEW album by Seunghee Lee. Intermezzo, a term often used in opera, refers to a musical interlude that offers a pause for reflection and transition within the overarching narrative—a momentary break between acts. 

Take a mental break and immerse yourself in a world of pure musical bliss. Experience the captivating melodies and rhythms of Michele Mangani, performed by clarinetist Seunghee Lee together with pianist Steven Beck and Manhattan Chamber Players.

Executive (Clarinet and String Orchestra)

Paul has performed with many of the country’s top orchestras including RPO, RLPO and WNO and studio work includes various cast albums and exam syllabi but career wise, by successfully adding saxophones and flutes to his porBolio, Paul has become one of the most versatile woodwind players in the West End.

West End productions he has performed include Billy Elliot, Guys and Dolls, Les Misérables, The Producers, Mary Poppins, Chi<y Chi<y Bang Bang, The Full Monty, My Fair Lady, Ghost, Top Hat, Top Hat, Chicago, Young Frankenstein and many more...

Paul’s current post is playing the Reed 3 - Clarinet, E flat, Bass Clarinet and Soprano Sax) on the West End production of Wicked, a post he has held since the show opened in 2006.

As an educator, with several publicaCons to his name from CliPon Edition and Forton Music, Paul has established himself as one of the UK’s leading figuresin woodwind multi-instrumental studies. He has been the multi-instrumental consultant at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire for around a decade and is pleased to offer woodwind doubling consultant days to any interested music departments of universities and Conservatoires. 

From woodwind teaching posts to the current demands expected from professional woodwind doublers in the West End, Paul remains keen to be a part of training the next generation and give them the best chance possible of gaining employment.

Charity work includes being a Mental Health First Aider and an award winning professional mentor for Birmingham University.

Finally, Paul is an experienced Orchestral Manager and continues to offer these services. 

Previous clients include the London Musical Theatre Orchestra, Refugee Orchestra Project and The Central School of Speech and Drama.

Please click the link should you wish to book a (non-binding) e-meet.

https://calendly.com/saundersp/contact?month=2025-07


www.paulsaundersclarinet.co.uk

"Lee’s breath imparts a certain glow to the radiance of the sound that is partly magic and partly a very precise approach to tone and volume." Allmusic.com

Uncompromising in both talent and tenacity, Seunghee Lee has been applauded by classical music critics the world over for her expressive playing style; masterful technical skill; and silky, nuanced tone....


Executive (Clarinet and String Orchestra)

Seunghee Lee, Clarinet