Browse 1,142 saxophonists available for hire, rated 5 out of 5 from 4,404 reviews from real clients. From solo sax players performing over backing tracks to jazz ensembles and duos, find the right saxophone player for your wedding, party or event.
Styles range from jazz standards and soul to contemporary pop and chart hits, and most saxophonists are self-contained, arriving with their own PA, wireless microphone and backing tracks. A standard booking is two 45-minute sets rather than an hourly rate, with prices starting from $120 and most bookings landing around $390.
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A live saxophonist adds a distinctive sound to any event, whether that means smooth jazz over cocktails, soulful ballads during a wedding ceremony, or an energetic dance floor set. Professional sax players typically maintain broad repertoires spanning jazz standards such as Fly Me To The Moon, All Of Me and All Blues through to contemporary pop, soul and chart hits, adapting their style and energy to suit different moments throughout an occasion.
The most common format is a solo saxophone player performing over high-quality backing tracks, which produces a full-band sound from a single musician. Saxophonists also work well within jazz bands for a classic ensemble setting, or alongside jazz singers for a polished cocktail hour. For something with more dance floor energy, some sax players team up with DJs, a format covered by the dedicated sax and DJ category, while acts built specifically around the Ibiza club sound sit under Ibiza entertainment. Most professional saxophonists arrive with everything they need to play: PA system, wireless microphone and backing track setup. Standard performances run two 45-minute sets, though many offer flexible timing for ceremonies and shorter appearances.
Saxophone players are particularly popular for weddings because the instrument works across every part of the day. During the ceremony, a solo sax player can accompany the processional with romantic jazz or classical pieces. At the drinks reception, a roaming saxophonist mingling among guests creates an atmosphere that background music alone cannot match. For the wedding breakfast, low-key jazz or acoustic covers keep things relaxed, and in the evening an upbeat set shifts the energy for dancing. Beyond weddings, sax players suit corporate functions, cocktail parties, milestone birthdays and outdoor events. For couples booking wedding ceremony musicians separately from evening entertainment, a saxophone player who covers multiple parts of the day can simplify logistics and reduce overall costs.
Rates run from $120 to $1,000+, with most bookings around $390. Almost all sax players quote per booking rather than per hour, so a price covers an agreed number of sets plus setup, travel and their own equipment rather than a running clock. A solo performer over backing tracks sits at the lower end; bringing in additional musicians, or covering a full wedding day from ceremony through to evening, moves the figure up. Weekend dates in peak wedding season cost more than midweek, and travel distance is usually the next biggest factor. Where an act quotes a day rate for several appearances, it generally works out lower than booking each slot separately.
The average price for Saxophone Players is $390 (USD). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Based on 7,952 enquiries for Saxophone Players at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 8 October 2026.
Edgar Johnson Saxophonist
"Edgar’s performance was outstanding! Edgar moved throughout the crowd at my wedding! Guest were dancing with Edgar! He’s handsome and plays a variety of music."
David Sax
"Absolutely incredible! He was one of the highlights of our wedding. So many guests came up to us saying how amazing he was and asking where we found him. Super talented, easy to work with, and brought such a great vibe to the night. We’d book him again in a heartbeat."
Singer Guitar & Saxophone Carys Mai
"Thank you for making our wedding so special. I can highly recommend Carys for any event"
Sabor Latino Band
"We had Sabor Latino perform at my parents’ retirement party, and they EASILY made it one of the best parties of the year!
Being Latino ourselves, I was honestly nervous because the expectations were HIGH… my family loves to dance, and we love all the classic Latin music. But Sabor Latino completely exceeded our expectations! They kept the energy incredible all night, and so many guests told us how amazing they were as they were leaving.
The singer was incredible, and the whole band truly captured the Latin culture, energy, and love of making sure everyone was dancing and having a great time. They also worked seamlessly with our DJ, and communication with Hernan was fantastic from start to finish.
They truly made the night unforgettable, and we couldn’t recommend them enough! ❤️
Thank you Sabor Latino"
Tobasax Flow
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 Stars
I was searching for a saxophone player for my birthday celebration and was contacted within 24 hours of inquiring. The communication throughout the entire process was fast, clear, and proactive, making it so easy to customize the contract to fit both the performer and the vibe of the party.
Gig Heaven delivered in every way—the talent brought incredible energy, great music, and made the entire night completely unforgettable for everyone. The pictures and videos say it all! Highly recommend Gig Heaven for anyone looking for top-notch live entertainment."
Cecil Jones CJ
"We honestly couldn’t recommend Cecil enough! He was absolutely brilliant and made our wedding day even more special. The saxophone brought such an amazing atmosphere and energy to the day, and our guests loved it.
Cecil was professional, friendly and incredibly talented, and the music was perfect for the occasion. We’ve had so many compliments from our guests about how good he was.
Thank you so much, Cecil, for helping make our wedding day so memorable. Would 100% recommend to anyone looking for a saxophonist for their special occasion! 🎷🙌🏾"
