He obtained his Examen artium from the Music program at Rud High School and a Master at Norges Musikkhøgskole (1994–2001).

In addition, he has been an active member of the band Trygve Seim Ensemble with releases like Sangam (ECM, 2004).

[3] Haugs with wind orchestra, presents his own compositions on the record Vinterfjøs (Curling Legs, 2005).

Here he pick up on his long lasting cooperation with saxophonist Trygve Seim, in addition to Per Oddvar Johansen (drums) and Mats Eilertsen (bass).

He toured extensively in Norway for Rikskonsertene (2006), with a solo concert, Luft og kjærlighet, presenting wind instruments for a young audience in, often primary school classes.