Although Paul Pitman is primarily known for his piano virtuosity, he has held a position as church organist since the age of eighteen.  He started piano lessons at age twelve, and, two years later, began playing for his family church in Oklahoma, where he was born and raised.  He was principal organist for his Army base while stationed in Germany.  He earned his Master's Degree and Doctorate in Music from USC.  Besides his busy schedule of teaching and providing master classes, he manages to frequently perform at chamber music concerts and to give an occasional solo piano and organ recital in and around the Greater Los Angeles area.