| Description | Price |
| Solo Sax/ Tracks 1 Hours ( Tax where applies) package | $250.00 (USD) |
| Solo Sax/ Tracks 2 hours (Tax where applies) package | $450.00 (USD) |
| Sax & Paino 2 hours ( tax where applies) Package | $1000.00 (USD) |
| Trio Sax & keys, Bass, Drums 2 hours (tax where Applies) Package | $1600.00 (USD) |
| Band Package (Sax,keys,Bass, drums, guitarist) | $2000.00 (USD) |
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“I remember sneaking into my brother’s room and trying to play his Guitar.."
Cary Simms first noted his love for the saxophone as a youth in Oakland, California where he was born. Cary spent much of his early teen years in California where his father, who was a local musician that played for many local area Churches as a Pianist, introduced him to the gospel scene. Cary’s young life influenced by the Bay Area music scene of varying styles ranging from Gospel, Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, started developing his ear for melodies by spending hours listening to all types of music. Later He and his family, relocated to the Pacific Northwest where he continued to pursue his love of music. A child prodigy, Cary’s earlier musical influences were received from Portland, Oregon’s finest and most revered performers and instructors (i.e. John Gross, Dennis Springer, Thara Memory, Janice Scroggins, Ricky Callier).
Cary accepted his call to minister to people the world over via music, wherein 2002, he released his first CD entitled "Intimated Thoughts", Which featured Bassist Nathan East of the group "FOUR PLAY", and Bassist Danny Wilson former bassist of the "Jeff lober Band" and some of Portland, Or. greatest talent as well as partnered with fellow musicians and artists to produce several local Studio recording and live performance projects.
His first of many CD’s was Produced by Rick Callier and Cary Simms, Mixed by Tim Greenidge and Cary Simms and mastered by Rick E. at Supper digital in Portland, Or.
Cary Simms Isn’t afraid to step out on what he knows, regardless of not having any major funding from the "major or minor" record companies. Cary funded and over seen the entire “Intimate Thought” project himself. Cary Simms demonstrates profound leadership and vision to produce one of the year finest work of art.
Playing for and in all types of events, ranging form local church conventions, Rap concerts, youth programs, jam sessions, or opening for international gospel/ secular Vocal artists (i.e. Yolanda Adams, Take 6, David Sandborn, Sergey Briksa, Commission,Espransa spalding, Liv Warfield,comedian Jonathan Slocum, National speakers, or the late great Thomas Whitfield), Cary continues to let his light shine through the melodic notes of his Alto/tenor/Sop, saxophones.
Cary at times admits.. "That I’m a late bloomer". Has made the decision to step out and pursue his life’s passion of sharing his love and desire to influence as many people as possible through his God given talent. Cary is known for bring the energy to every situation, he’s made himself available for as well as been so sensitive to the music he plays, as he continues to breach the ceilings of faith houses, Concerts, Recording, Jam Sessions,Festival everywhere he goes to proclaim the gospel through his music ministry.
Look for his upcoming projects due out, as well as a host of special appearances throughout the United States and Internationally.
= areas covered (up to 100 miles)Smooth Jazz, Gospel, Classics, Neo Soul, R&B
We need a performance space of at least 8 meters x 5 meters. We require 2 x 13 amp power sockets and 3 parking spaces.
We need to know any directions that will help us find the venue and find the right place to load in our equipment. We’d also need to be informed if there’s a sound limiter in the venue.
Yes, we’re completely self contained. We bring our own PA system to all of our gigs. However we do not provide lighting
we’re happy to play music from Spotify before, after and between our sets. We’re happy to choose the music ourselves or let the client choose the music.
When I shared the stage with Espranza Spalding, the Best venue i've ever performed in was Moda Center In Portland OR.
We love playing at all sorts of events but weddings are our favourite! The guests are always happy and it’s easy to get them dancing.
My entire family is Gifted at one art form or another. I grew up playing in church at a youth conference! from there i've traveled to world share my gift/talent to people everywhere.
David Sandborn,Cannonball, Bird, Michael Brecker, Vanard Johnson,yolanda Adams, Thomas Whitfield, Dennis springer, John Gross, Thara Memory, Charles Simms, Jimmy Simms, Duke ellingtion, The Clark sisters, J Moss, Kenny Garett, Kenny G, Gerald Albright, Joe Sample, ETC
More than 35 years
We normally arrive 2 hours before the performance to set up. We normally perform 2 x 45 minutes or 2 x 60 minute sets. We’re happy to play a bit longer or shorter but we’ve found that these set times suit us and our audiences best.
Yes, We’re happy to play outside but we ask for shade, a flat level surface and a power supply close to the performance area.
We can learn specific songs before the event but we usually limit this to 1 songs. The clients are welcome to pick a set list from our repertoire or let us choose the music for them.
Previous customers would describe us as a high energy group that loves to get the audience on their feet dancing
Birthday Celebration for an 80th Birthday.
ETC
Rose Garden ( Moda Center)
Alberta Street Pub
Hilton Hotel
Etc
Wedding
Birthday Party
Private Event
Corporate Event
Hotel / Restaurant Event
Bar / Venue Event
Wedding Proposal
Concert
Religious Event
Recording Session
Cruise
Virtual Event
Charity Event
1970s Music
1980s Music
1990s Music
2000s+ Music
Jazz
Pop
Acoustic
Covers
Funk
Motown
R&B
Soul
Instrumental
Will travel internationally
PA / sound system included
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