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"I travel a lot for work and personally. I recently visited McAllen, Texas this week. When I go to places, I like to visit somewhere that helps me be in touch with the local community to get the real vibe. This first place I went to set it off perfectly, was the Mercado District. It is full of excitement, a delicious food hall, and several unique shops under one roof. What made our dinner more enjoyable was listening to a live saxophone performance by Dr. Saxy. His passion was contagious and everyone in the area of the Mercado was celebrating, singing, and dancing to his performance. He definitely had the place rocking! Congrats Dr. Saxy for giving me the real vibe! If you have a chance go see him!"

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"Very interactive with everyone. Absolutely nailed all his songs they were spot on. Also very kind and funny personality "

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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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"Abbiamo contattato questo professionista per il nostro hotel in Vicenza e la scelta è stata ottima. Buonissima musica, volume adeguato all'evento per intrattenere i nostri ospiti ed un clima veramente rilassante. Mauro è stato molto professionale e collaborativo sia su orari che su durata della prestazione musicale. Da consigliare a tutti insomma."

Reply by Saxophonia
Grazie, è stato un piacere anche mio lavorare con voi.

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"Thank you so much for attending our event on Friday night, our guests loved the band and the songs you played. I will be using you again in the future and will recommend you to all my friends."

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"Exceptionally good 😊, Proffesional and respects time."

Reply by Lefa Mosea
Thank you so much.

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"Cannot recommend highly enough,so many of our guests said Smooth absolutely made our event . Communication was fantastic, ditto communication and professionalism. You need a sax player …….choose Smooth Sax 5*"

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"Dr. Saxy was great! We loved his music and energy performing! "

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"Adrian und Jörn haben uns letztes Jahr voll und ganz in ihren Bann gezogen und verzaubert - sie sind uns sofort präsent, wenn wir an unsere Hochzeitsfeier denken. Dann sehen wir Jörn hinter dem Mischpult oder für die Kinder (und alle anderen) zaubern und Adrian unglaublich gefühlvoll oder voller Energie am Saxophon. ❤️ Andersherum werden gleich Erinnerungen an unsere freie Trauung wachgerufen, wenn wir dieses wunderschöne Instrument hören.❤️ Wir haben Saxobeatz für unsere Open Air - Sommerhochzeit in Bremen mit 200 Gäst*innen, darunter gut 30 Kinder, gebucht und sind noch immer so froh darüber. Es waren alle - "Klein und Groß" - sooo begeistert. Unsere Highlights waren die Zaubershow von Jörn (so haben wir uns unser Sommerfest erträumt) ❤️ und als Adrian sich später mit Saxophon in die tanzende Menge gemischt hat ❤️ (wie kann er nach einem langen Tag mit über 30°C noch so viel Power haben?)! Auch die Leute von der Location waren hin und weg. :) Und wir sind fast ein Jahr später noch immer einfach sehr sehr dankbar. ❤️"

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"Smooth music and great engagement with the crowd. Definitely setting the right tone here at the Mercado District. 10/10 would recommend. "

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"He was absolutely amazing. He couldn’t do enough for our group and definitely brought the atmosphere and party! Such a nice person too and genuinely loves what he does and it shows! Would 1000% recommend!"

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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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"Amazing performance, truly unique and excellent, she was a captivating highlight of the event. Sara is very professional and easy going, would 1000% recommend!"

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"Hi Dan, just a massive thank you for all your hard work on Saturday at our wedding, you were absolutely fantastic from beginning to end and helped make our day just perfect. Everybody absolutely loved your style and thought it was amazing. Our day would not have been the same without you and we are so glad that we chose you. Brilliant ! Andrew and Sarah"

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"We’ve been lucky enough to host Evie Ingles at our pub Ye Olde Greene Manne, Batchworth Heath on three separate occasions, and every performance has been nothing short of fantastic. Evie brings an incredible energy to the stage, soothing vocals with her talent on the saxophone (which is very very impressive each time!!). Her covers are always on theme, fresh, exciting and nostalgic. Each time she performs, Evie has a way of drawing the crowd in and getting them on their feet, dancing and singing along. Her talent is undeniable, and it's no surprise that our guests keep asking when she'll be back. If you're looking for a night of great music and unforgettable vibes, Evie Ingles is an absolute must-see at any event. "

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