Review Centre: Saxophone Players

"Thank you so so much for playing at our wedding! You were amazing and walking into our wedding breakfast to your playing “Ain’t Nobody” is a moment that will stay us forever! Thank you. x"

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"Matt was beyond incredible! I booked him for my sisters hen and he didn’t disappoint! His playlist was on point and he got everyone up dancing. He was open to requests and changed the playlist to accommodate the crowd. I would recommend Matt 100 times over and will be booking again for any events in the future!"

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"Top Act! Wij hebben allemaal ontzettend genoten van saxofonist Tal. De act sloeg enorm goed aan op alle leden en ik kreeg meerdere positieve reacties van ze. Tal speelde leuke hitjes en meezingers, wat goed paste bij ons feest! Zeker aan te raden! "

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"Chris set our cocktail hour on fire! We received nothing but compliments on this beautiful performance that set the tone and ambiance for the evening ahead. Thank you again for your discreet and very professional presence. Don’t hesitate; you won’t be disappointed! We’ll keep in touch for our son’s upcoming christening! Alexandra and Samuel "

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"I thoroughly enjoyed the Saxophone. It was the best session of the birthday. People were on their feet dancing and praising God. He covered songs which all nationalities could relate to. Very good"

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"I had the pleasure of meeting Jose at a medical conference where we struck up a conversation with ease. During our conversation, he mentioned that he plays the saxophone. We couldn't resist the opportunity to hear him play, so we gathered around to listen. His performance was flawless and the crowd was delighted. It was truly amazing to witness his talent and I am grateful to have been among the people who appreciated it. I would definitely give him a five-star rating!"

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"He was great! Sounds awesome, on time and great communication. Guest had a great time "

Reply by Eugene Peebles with "The Talking Sax"
Thanks! I appreciate if very much! Eugene Peebles🎷

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"remember thinking how wonderful it must be to be so expressive - not merely to string sounds popular, folk, classical, and most notably gospel. together and then lend them to the evanescence I can still hear his haunting and beautiful Go fell It on the Mountain. of the top forty, but to make music - art, born of talent and determination and fuelled by a com- Ot all the years that I have known Booker I., pulsion to share it. Booker T. is blessed with that he has never waivered on three points - his commitment to the family, his need to play and com- guft. pose music, and his belief in God. These three At first, I thought that Booker 1. might be just ideas somehow come together and nourish each another jazz musician skilled with his instru- other. This album is dedicated to his tather, a ment and versed in the accomplishments ot brother, and his grandmother, all now deceased. say . . • John Coltrane. So, in July of nineteen- And when asked of his inspiration for most of seventy-five, my acceptance of an invitation to the material on this album, he replied: "This hear him play was half-hearted at best. Was I ever music has been in me for years; it's through the in for a surprise! It wasn't just his ease with com- grace of God that _ can now put it on this plex material. Nor was it his effortless coaxing of album". In fact, he says that he is drawn even spirited notes from that tenor saxophone. It was more closely to his mother after the tragedies of the exhilaration that you experienced. At once the past couple of years and has even composed frenzied and riveting, you went away thinking music born of this resurgence. that this music needs to be heard. Indeed, you If it is true that genuine interest in a particular felt privileged that you had heard it. subject generates boundless energy, then Booker Thereafter, I made it a point to hear Booker. 1. 1.'s music is without limits. He would say that play whenever I could. I quickly learned that the his religion is the fulcrum and the music is label "jazz" was too narrow for his music. There merely a satellite, an orbit to accentuate the main was always an infusion of other types of music- force. this: on one visit to New York, as friends are inclined to do, I called Booker 1. to meet for lunch and to catch up with what had been going on in our lives. We went to a restaurant just off Sixth Avenue and wound up talking from 2:30 pm until 8:00 pm. All those hours we talked about the saxophone, about music, and how this must-cian from Seattle was faring in the Apple. Another time, he called me at 2:00 am insisting that I listen to a new musical idea he had forged for himself. Next morning the telephone receiver was on the floor; I had tallen asleep. Embarras-sed, I mustered what I hoped was a believable apology. I don't think it mattered however. He'd played that night because he couldn't contain the energy, moved to share this wonderful gift of music. His music, this gift, will inspire you. It's at once bold and incisive, spirited and alarming. Booker 1. is daring enough to bring together in his own compositions things that are usually kept separate - jazz and religious music. It makes for a spritely, fun sound. The listener will be moved by the intensity, range and absolute beauty of the entire delivery. But caution: do not trust the titles, expect a surprise.. As music brings the warmth and light of beauty into our lives, this recording will warm our hearts and spirits. Through this light, perhaps we will see a little more of ourselves. Possibly, we will come to understand a bit more of each other. Either way, it is a wonderful gift. Booker 1. is a colossal talent! Gregg Gordon "

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"We booked Julian for my wife’s 40th birthday and he was absolutely brilliant from start to finish. Communication beforehand was excellen..he shared a long list of songs he could perform, and it was honestly tough to choose as they were all great. He arrived early, set up everything independently, and was totally professional throughout. As for the performance… outstanding. One hit after another, with every song getting people singing, dancing, and asking, “Where did you find this guy?!” We were even lucky enough to convince him to play a little longer, and we’re so glad we did. Everyone loved it. Couldn’t recommend him more highly…if you get the chance to book Julian, do it."

Reply by Julian Mayer
Wayne, thank you so much for these amazing words! It was a joy playing for your wife’s birthday and seeing everyone get into the music. I’m really glad you all enjoyed it — thanks again for having me!

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"Stanton Community Village Hall, Suffolk Gemma played wartime music at our local celebration for VE Day. Her playing was fantastic, excellent playing, and got the crowd going. "

Reply by Gemma On Sax
Thanks Christine xxxx

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"Jan was absolutely fantastic! I can't put into words how he made my Wedding so special. His selection of music is so vast. He made our "walking down the aisle" song from scratch which made it more special for us... Took him 4 hours to re mix it too!! Such a lovely man & communicated with us every step of the way. All our guests at the ceremony & his evening set thought he was professional & so talented. Massive 5 star recommendation for him. You won't be disapointed ???"

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"We had the absolute pleasure of having Oleg play the saxophone at our wedding, and he was insane - From the moment he started playing, he had the whole crowd singing, dancing, and completely buzzing. Everyone kept coming up to us throughout the night saying how insanely talented he was. What made it even more special was that Oleg took the time to learn a few songs that were meaningful to us, which added such a personal touch to the day. It honestly felt like he was part of the celebration, not just a performer. His energy, skill, and vibe completely elevated the atmosphere - we couldn't have asked for more. If you're thinking of booking Oleg - do it! Thank you, Oleg, for making our wedding unforgettable!"

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"Thank you all so much for today, you were all incredible and Gia absolutely loved it! It was so amazing and everyone commented on how good the band was. Thank you for braving the cold too. It was so lovely having you guys outside."

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"We hired Igor for our wedding cocktail hour, and he exceeded every expectation. His musical talent is exceptional - our guests were blown away by his performance and couldn't stop complimenting us on our choice of entertainment. Beyond his incredible playing, his professionalism was top-notch. He arrived early to set up, ensuring our ceremony wasn't disrupted and that the transition to cocktail hour was seamless. His communication throughout the planning process was excellent - he was responsive, clear about logistics, and made the entire booking experience stress-free. The atmosphere he created was exactly what we envisioned for our special day. His music elevated our cocktail hour and contributed significantly to making our wedding unforgettable. If you're looking for a talented, professional, and reliable saxophonist for your event, look no further. We couldn't recommend him more highly!"

Reply by Ontario saxophonist Igor Babich
Thank you, Kaitlyn. Much appreciated!

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"Absolutely amazing saxophonist, thanks Charlene Sax for making our wedding extra special. You were stunning "

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