Nick Lipton - Saxophonist Outstanding musician with fantastic reviews for weddings, parties and all events

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Description Price
Solo Saxophone for 2 hours£300
Solo Saxophone for 3 hours£375
Wedding Music - Solo Saxophone£375
Garden Party - Solo Saxophone£300
Celebrations - Solo Saxophone£300
Price includes VAT Within 30 miles of home petrol is included Outside 30 miles from home then a small charge or travelling costs may be added Fees are payable in full 14 days before the event A deposit may be required depending on the event and the timing

About / Biography

Nick is a supremely talented and entertaining saxophonist with a beautifully-mellow, laid back style providing the perfect ambiance for your afternoon, evening or late night listening pleasure. Nick has performed as a resident musician at several 5-star executive and luxury hotels, played solo at the G20 Conference, a number of TV celebrity private gatherings, corporate functions, garden parties, pubs, clubs and wine bars across the South of England for many years.

Nick has performed at dozens of wedding receptions in the South of England, with rave reviews, including:

  • Pelham Place, Hampshire
  • Millbridge Court Frensham,
  • The Barn, Bury Court, Farnham,
  • Tylney Hall, Rotherwick
  • Royal Berkshire, Sunningdale
  • South Lodge, West Sussex
  • Penny Hill Park,
  • Goodwood,
  • RHS Wisley,
  • Burford Bridge,
  • Arundel Castle,
  • Bombay Sapphire Distillery,
  • Amberley Castle,
  • Highcliffe Castle.

Nick is also a successful bar and wedding DJ and seamlessly combines recorded tracks with his live set as required.

Here are a number of comments made about Nick's performances:

"A highly talented saxophonist"

"Beautiful mellow and unobtrusive tone "

"Laid-back, cool style"

"Smooth delightful jazz"

"Extensive sets, tailored to suit"

"Wonderful melodies, timeless classics"

"Chilled, relaxed atmosphere"

"Excellent references"

"Very highly recommended"

"Perfect ambiance"

"Fantastic communications start to finish"

BIO:

Nick’s musical journey started early – after learning clarinet and saxophone, he added percussion, keyboards, guitar and flute. During the 80s he studied the sub-tone style of playing the saxophone – an advanced technique that produces a warm, soft, breathy sound – a mellow style that his fans know well from his regular live gigs.

Nick’s been performing live solo shows from the 90s with a repertoire of over 500 songs all performed from memory. He also creates his own backing tracks and produces high quality recordings.

He loves interpreting melodies from the American Songbook, Jazz Standards, Classic Blues and popular hits and his musical influences include the saxophone greats Ben Webster, Lester Young, Coleman Hawkins and Stan Getz. Nick also collects, renovates and plays vintage (1930s) saxophones to recreate that distinctive pre-War sound reminiscent of the swing jazz era.

Nick provides an excellent service for weddings, parties, formal functions and corporate events all tailored to your requirements.

Reviews (70)

There are currently 70 user ratings for Nick Lipton - Saxophonist

AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in Alresford, Hampshire

Will travel up to 100 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 100 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 30 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

Over 500+ songs in my current setlist including:

Songbird

Have I Told You Lately That I Love You

Can't Take My Eyes Of You

Just The Two Of Us

A Million Dreams

Bring Him Home

Just The Way You Look Tonight

Misty

Moon River

Stardust

Wonderful World

Georgia

When You Say Nothing At All

Hallelujah

Make You Feel My Love

Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square

L-O-V-E

Nature Boy

Route 66

Too Much Heaven

Careless Whisper

Promise Me

Moonlight Serenade

Long Way Home

Wicheta Lineman

Romeo and Juliet

Your Latest Trick

Baker Street

Basin Street Blues

Need Your Love So Bad

Sunny Afternoon

Here, There and Everywhere

Hotel California

.... the list goes on (and on).... :)

Dedicated setlist tailored for your event

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

I would need access to a 13 Amp power socket.
I use PAT Certified equipment.
I am covered by Third Party Liability Insurance.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Yes


What information do you require about a venue?

Car parking access to be able to carry equipment to and from the playing location?
A contact name in the event location to ensure smooth communication and set-up?
Will the event be inside or outside - if outside will there be power and cover provided?
Any directions to the event that will help to find the venue


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes as background music between sets

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

As the resident musician at the prestigious 5-Star South Lodge Executive Hotel (West Sussex) I was fortunate to be requested to play solo saxophone at the UK G20 Conference of Finance Ministers - this was a global event hosted by the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

Lester Young, Coleman Hawkins, Ben Webster and Stan Getz. I believe one of the best melodies is Over The Rainbow.


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

Nick’s musical journey started early – after learning clarinet and saxophone, he added percussion, keyboards, guitar and flute.  During the 80s he studied the sub-tone style of playing the saxophone – an advanced technique that produces a warm, soft, breathy sound – a mellow style that his fans know well from his regular live gigs. Nick’s been performing live solo shows from the 90s with a repertoire of over 500 songs all performed from memory. 


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

I love to play at parties, anniversary celebrations and weddings.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Setup takes 45 mins including sound checks and I ask for access to a power socket for a small PA. I only take up the space of a 2 seat table and chairs. A bar stool or equivalent is always welcome, but not essential. A typical performance is around 2 hours comprising 3 sets with short breaks: Set 1 (45 mins), Set 2 (45 mins) and Set 3 (30 mins). I am highly flexible with timings and will tailor sets to your exact requirements, especially at Wedding Receptions and other formal events.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes, under cover if appropriate and possible. I love to play outside especially if it's a lovely sunny day!


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

Yes I am very flexible with a very large repertoire and can tailor my sets to my client's needs.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Fantastic, brilliant, wonderful and perfect for the occasion - very, very many rave reviews.


How long do you play for?

Typically clients ask for 2 hours of music with a couple of short breaks. This can of course be extended as required.

Recent Clients

Nick Lipton - Saxophonist has performed for these clients:

Pelham Place, Hampshire

The Ivy, Winchester, Hampshire

The Royal Air Force Association, Hampshire

The Swan Hotel, Alresford, Hampshire

No 1 Brasserie & Bar, Christchurch, Dorset

Forest Park Country Hotel, New Forest, Hampshire

Carey’s Manor, Brockenhurst, Hampshire

Coffee #1, Alresford, Hampshire

Millbridge Court, Hampshire

Royal Berkshire, Sunningdale

Tylney Hall, Rotherwick, Hampshire

The Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery, Laverstoke, Hampshire

The Silver Hind, Sway, New Forest, Hampshire

The Three Horseshoes, Bighton, Hampshire

Roger MacPherson South Coast Entertainments, Poole, Dorset

The White Hart, Alresford, Hampshire

The Loch & Quay Restaurant, Christchurch, Dorset

The Cliffhanger Restaurant, Highcliffe, Dorset

The Nelson Tavern, Mudeford, Dorset

CADArts, Christchurch, Dorset

Sing People Sing, Bournemouth, Dorset

The Burford Bridge Hotel, Box Hill, Surrey

Royal Horticultural Society Wisley, Berkshire

South Lodge Executive Hotel, West Sussex

Russells Wine Bar, Arundel, West Sussex

Surrey Downs Golf Club, Chipstead, Surrey

Arundel Castle, West Sussex

The Red Lion, Arundel, West Sussex

Canal Boats, Chichester, West Sussex

Kettners Lounge, Soho, London

Hyde Park, Open Air Concert, London

Regents Park, Open Air Concert, London

Woodmans Arms, Angmering, West Sussex

Trents, Chichester, West Sussex

The Nags Head, Chichester, West Sussex

Venues

Nick Lipton - Saxophonist has performed at these venues:

The Swan Hotel, Alresford, Hampshire

The Horse & Groom, Alresford, Hampshire

The Alresford Golf Club, Hampshire

No 1 Brasserie & Bar, Christchurch, Dorset

Forest Park Country Hotel, New Forest, Hampshire

Carey’s Manor, Brockenhurst, Hampshire

Coffee #1, New Alresford, Hampshire

Millbridge Court, Hampshire

Royal Berkshire, Sunningdale

Tylney Hall, Rotherwick, Hampshire

The Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery, Laverstoke, Hampshire

The Silver Hind, Sway, New Forest, Hampshire

The Three Horseshoes, Bighton, Hampshire

Roger MacPherson South Coast Entertainments, Poole, Dorset

The White Hart, Alresford, Hampshire

The Loch & Quay Restaurant, Christchurch, Dorset

The Cliffhanger Restaurant, Highcliffe, Dorset

The Nelson Tavern, Mudeford, Dorset

CADArts, Christchurch, Dorset

Sing People Sing, Bournemouth, Dorset

The Burford Bridge Hotel, Box Hill, Surrey

Royal Horticultural Society Wisley, Berkshire

South Lodge Executive Hotel, West Sussex

Russells Wine Bar, Arundel, West Sussex

Surrey Downs Golf Club, Chipstead, Surrey

Arundel Castle, West Sussex

The Red Lion, Arundel, West Sussex

Canal Boats, Chichester, West Sussex

Kettners Lounge, Soho, London

Hyde Park, Open Air Concert, London

Regents Park, Open Air Concert, London

Woodmans Arms, Angmering, West Sussex

Trents, Chichester, West Sussex

The Nags Head, Chichester, West Sussex

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