Paulo, a Portuguese musicologist, educator, and creator from Leiria, transitioned from a brief career as a baritone to teaching. He administered music schools including the Lisbon National Conservatory and Leiria Choral Society. Born in Pousos, he initiated early childhood arts projects like Cradle of Arts and engaged in community initiatives like Opera in Prison and projects with Romani communities. He's a founding member of the Institute of Ethnomusicology and coordinated Leiria's bid for European Capital of Culture 2027.
