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Saxman Gazz
6
Saxophonist
(5 Reviews)
Also Performs As: Saxophone Teacher
Country: United Kingdom
Based In: Sutton, London
Performs: Regionwide
From: £200
Country: United Kingdom
Based In: Sutton, London
Performs: Regionwide
From: £200
30 years experience playing Jazz (Smooth or Straight Ahead),,Funk, Soul, Latin, Rock'n'Roll, Classical etc...
Alto, Tenor, Soprano saxes, Flute.
Solo or with Band.
Weddings, Christenings, Funerals, Corporate Functions, Studio Sessions etc.
LTCL Performance Diploma.
Reviews (5 Reviews)
Saxman Gazz - Saxophonist - Sutton, London
Event Location: Brighton
Event Type: 40th party
14th September 2024
Gaz was superb! We only booked him at very short notice but he quickly understood what we were after and totally delivered 👌
Would highly recommend, great range and repertoire !
Saxman Gazz - Saxophonist - Sutton, London
Event Location: London
Event Type: Wedding
24th August 2024
Gary provided amazing vibes to our wedding and was voted as best entertaining part by all attendees.He genuinely collaborated despite obstacles due to the mobility of the venue (retro bus) and maintained his chill rhythm. A definite recommendation.
Saxman Gazz - Saxophonist - Sutton, London
Event Location: London
Event Type: Birthday Party
10th September 2022
Gazz was absolutely AMAZING! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed his music and he brought the best vibe to our Birthday Garden party!!!
Honestly, I couldn't recommend him enough.
Thank you for entertaining us with your talent! Nel
Experience
I am a professional saxophonist (and tutor), with over 30 years performance experience, solo , or with my own jazz band and as a member of various other bands of different genres. I have played at many wedding receptions and private parties over the years, as well as public venues..
I hold an LTCL Licentiate Performance Diploma in Jazz Saxophone from Trinity College London.
Suitable for
Anniversary Party Awards Ceremony Baby Shower Bachelor / Stag Party Bachelorette / Hen Party Bar / Bat Mitzvah Birthday Party (Adult) Birthday Party (Child) Birthday Party (Teen) Bridal Shower Casinos Charity / Fundraising Event Christening Christmas Party Club Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Community Event Concerts / Tours Conference / Meeting Corporate Event Dinner Party Engagement Party Festival / Outdoor Event Funeral/Memorial Service Graduation Party Grand Opening Party Hanukkah Celebration High School Reunion HM Forces/Army/Navy/Military Event Holiday / Theme Parks Hotel Event Jewish Wedding New Year's Eve Party Nightclub Event Nursing / Care Home Event Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Prom Night Quinceañera / Sweet 16 Party Restaurant / Bar / Pub Event Retirement Party School Event Session Work Social Club Theaters / Stage Trade Show / Exhibitions University / College Event Virtual Event Wedding Ceremony Wedding Cocktail/Drinks Reception Wedding Reception
Meet the Act
I’ve been playing musical instruments since piano lessons aged 4.
Reached Grade 3 on Violin at primary school.
Played Cornet in marching band in my teens, and continued playing trumpet recreationally into adult life.
Took up Saxophone in 1992, first gig 6 months later, then it gradually grew and evolved.
I started teaching saxophone in 2001, started learning Clarinet and Flute in 2006, teaching them from 2007.
Full time instrumental teacher since 2007 until now.
Currently revisiting trumpet for teaching purposes, since 2022.
I love playing my instruments, particularly Jazz Saxophone
... and Flute. Smooth Jazz is favourite, but I’m versatile.
Additional Information
DBS Enhanced Certificate
Public Liability Insurance
Own portable PA for backings tracks.
Alternatively can connect to Venue PA or DJ PA.
Virtual Services Offer
Online tuition for sax, flute or clarinet
I can provide quality Online tuition for sax, flute or clarinet, via FaceTime, Zoom, Skype etc.
ABRSM and TRINITY exam preparation. (100% success rate)
Over 20 years teaching experience. DBS checked. Full-time teacher.
LTCL (Jazz Saxophone Performance) and CTABRSM holder.
Grade 8 also on Clarinet and Flute.
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