ABOUT ME
I am a Yorkshire based professional saxophonist, specialising on the Soprano, Alto and Tenor saxophones. With a keen love for everything to do with performing, I have many years of experience in performing a range of woodwind instruments within saxophone quartets and larger ensembles, theatre pit orchestras, big bands, other function bands, and also as an orchestral saxophonist. This has given me the opportunity to perform in many different venues through out Europe, spanning everything from small intimate venues to the state ballroom at Buckingham Palace.
SOLO SAXOPHONIST
As a solo performer I can provide high quality background music for a wide range of events, such as weddings, birthday parties and corporate events.
For your wedding this could include:-
For all of these parts of the day I will work with you to find suitable music to set the scene you would like, using my large and ever-expanding repertoire of music. I can cover a wide range of styles, including Jazz, Swing, latin, love songs, popular tunes from the 60's, 70's, 80's, to more up-to-date numbers, plus much more.
If you have a special request for a piece of music which means something to you, but isn't currently in my library (and I am given enough notice), I will try my very best to get it for you.
Adding a saxophone to your wedding day can really add to the atmosphere, helping guests to relax and enjoy the day, and I frequently hear guests comment on the fact that they wouldn't have even thought about using a solo saxophonist, but who ended up really enjoying and appreciating my contribution to the day (and this has resulted in follow-on bookings for their own wedding day!).
Check out the demo tracks for an idea of what I can offer, and then feel free to get in touch to discuss your requirements further and obtain a quote.
Based in Bradford, West Yorkshire
My music library is large, and continually expanding.
An up-to-date list of some of my better tracks can
be found on the 'Repertoire' page of my website,
which is updated from time to time.
If you have a specific piece you'd like for your event,
but which isn't currently in my library, I will try to
add it to my collection (as long as I'm given
adequate notice).
I have a wide range of styles to suit most occasions,
including :-
... and many more besides.
For most events I will require access to a mains power socket (I have a long extension which I will happily use as long as it can be used without causing any trip hazard). I do, however, also have a smaller battery powered PA system which I can bring for small events in locations where power is impossible.
I will also require a flat area of at least 2 square metres (preferably more) for performing. This is necessary to avoid guests from bumping into or tripping over the equipment.
I always arrive in good time, to allow at least 30-40 minutes to set up and speak to venue staff prior to the agreed performance time.
I do like to perform almost continuously during an event (a drinks reception, for example, can typically last around 2 hours). However, it should be expected that I will take a few minutes break every hour (except in a short event), when I will provide some alternative background music.
It is always appreciated if soft drinks can be provided, and also food (especially in the case of a long event, such as a wedding, where I am required for a few parts of the day).
The majority of my solo work is for private clients, entertaining for weddings, birthday parties (I've done 30th's right up to a 90th recently), and also funerals.
However, I've also played for a few corporate clients, with some of the more recent ones being:-
Alno UK (Leeds)
Hampden House Carehome
Leasing Options Ltd
Leeds Beckett University
Napoleon's Owlerton Casino - for their grand relaunch event
Princes Quay Shopping Centre, Hull - Grand opening of their outlet floor