Noted for his exceptional versatility, saxophonist Paul Haar has made significant contributions to both jazz and classical music. He has established himself as a prominent figure among young saxophonists today. As a classical musician, Haar has performed across the United States, Canada, and Europe in prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall, Spivey Hall, and the Tanglewood Institute. He has commissioned and premiered works by composers including Jack Cooper, Jessie Krebs, Leslie Hogan, Ben Boone, and Randal Snyder, serving as a featured soloist with wind ensembles from institutions such as the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, The University of Texas at Austin, The University of Tennessee, and The University of South Carolina. His orchestral experience includes performances with the Tanglewood Music Center Fellowship Orchestra, Arapahoe Philharmonic, Austin Symphony, Asheville Symphony, and Omaha Symphony.

In the realm of jazz, Haar has collaborated with notable artists like Dave Brubeck, James Moody, The Manhattan Transfer, Toshiko Akiyoshi, and Phil Woods. He has also accompanied personalities such as Bob Newhart, The Chiffons, and The Temptations. His recording credits include work on the Sea Breeze label as part of the Boulevard Big Band, alongside saxophonist Eric Marienthal and vocalist Kevin Mahogany, as well as with the Osland Saxophone Quartet. Haar is also active in various ensembles, including The Southwest Horns Jazz-Saxophone ensemble, The Nebraska Jazz Orchestra, and the Haar/Hellmer duo, which he formed with pianist Jeff Hellmer, with plans for a recording featuring jazz-influenced works for saxophone in 2006.

Beyond performance, Dr. Haar is committed to education, having presented clinics and master classes at prominent events such as the 31st and 32nd Annual International Association for Jazz Education Conferences, the 59th Annual Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic, and several state music educator associations. He has contributed articles to publications including the Tennessee Musician, The Instrumentalist, Jazz Times Magazine, and the Saxophone Journal, where he serves as a featured columnist.

Originally from Fremont, Nebraska, Dr. Haar earned his B.M. and M.M. degrees from The University of Kansas, where he studied under Vincent Gnojek, Dick Wright, and Dan Gailey. He obtained his D.M.A. in Saxophone Performance with an emphasis in Jazz Studies from the University of Texas at Austin, studying with noted saxophonist Harvey Pittel, Jeff Hellmer, and Rich Lawn. Dr. Haar has held teaching positions at The University of Kansas, The University of Texas at Austin, and the University of Tennessee, and he currently serves as the Assistant Professor of Saxophone and Jazz Studies at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.