Saxophonist - James Banahan Saxophonist available for your event from weddings to party events

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Description Price
1 hour set£220
2 x 45 minutes with a 15 minute break in between sets if required£300
2 x 1 hour Saxophone performances with a 15 minute break in between sets if required£350
3 x 1 hour sets with 15 minute break between each set£450
5 hours of music with breaks in between sets and based on a days booking , ideal for Wedding Breakfast and evening entertainment£600
My price includes VAT . Free travel up to 30 miles from M1 Junction 25 Travel fees are not included in the above examples .

About / Biography


Live Saxophonists are a great and versatile entertainment choice for any event . Hire a Saxophonist to play beautiful classic music , funky ibiza anthems to smooth jazz classics .

James can perform unaccompanied with his professionally made backing tracks or perform freestyle along with any DJ , creating the sound of a full band with one live performer .

Saxophonists are perfect for venues with sound restrictions , allowing you to enjoy live music no matter the limitations of the location of your event.

James has 25 years experience of performing and will treat you to memorable performance that can be tailor suited for your event.

If you are Bar or Club and want to put on a night with an entertaining performance or booking your wedding ceremony ,corporate event , a Saxophonist adds a

sensational visual impact to your event . James will create the perfect atmosphere for your special day .

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Reviews (10)

There are currently 10 user ratings for Saxophonist - James Banahan

AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

Will travel up to 500 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 500 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 30 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

Careless Whisper

This Girl ( Kungs )

I took a pill in Ibiza

Street Life

Smooth operator

Ibiza theme songs

Can’t stop the that feeling

Saving all my love for you

Sweet Loving

Just the two of us

Rock with you

Latch

Shape of you

Let me love you

Your love is king t : Smooth Jazz and Jazz standards

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This Masquerade - G Benson

Just the two of us - B Withers

Street Life - The Crusaders

Pick up the pieces - Average white band

Smooth Operator - Sade

Your love is king - Sade

Forget me not - P Rushen

Never too much - Luther Vandross

Take five - Dave Brubeck

My way - F Sinatra

Fly me to the moon - F Sinatra

The way you look tonight - F Sinatra

Please note that I can perform alongside any DJ freestyle or play songs of your choice on request

Disco

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September - Earth Wind Fire

Rock with you - M Jackson

Aint nobody- Chaka Khan

Im every woman - Chaka Khan

Classics

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Baker Street - G Rafferty

Careless whisper - G Michael

Saving all my love - W Houston

I will always love you - W Houston

Most beautiful girl - Prince

Lily was here - Dave Stewart

Just the way you are - Billy Joel

Against all odds - Phil Collins

Waiting for a star- Boy meets Girl

Sailing - Christopher Cross

Aint no mountain higher - M Mcdonald

Isn't she lovely - Stevie Wonder

Cant help falling in love - Elvis Presley

Stand by me - Sam Cooke

ibiza / Pop / Ballads

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Pill in ibiza - M Posner

Dance monkey -Tones and I

Just got the feeling - J Timberlake

Rather be - Clean Bandit

This Girl - Kungs

Jubel - Klingande

Uptown Funk - Bruno Mars

Ordinary people- John Legend

Thinking out aloud - Ed Sheeran

Perfect - Ed Sheeran

Shape of you - Ed Sheeran

Shallow - Lady Ga Ga

A star is born - Lady Ga Ga ( Shallow)

Unthinkable - Alicia Keys

Sweet lovin' - Sigala

Easy love - Sigala

Cant feel my face - Saxtribution

Latch - Sam Smith

Let me love you - DJ Snake

Havana - C Cabello

Most beautiful girl - Prince

Time after time - C Lauper

Thousand years - Christina Perri​

Beautiful - C Aguilera

Angels - Robbie Williams

We found love - Rihanna / C Harris

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

All my equipment is PAT tested and I full public liability insurance cover .
I have a full PA system along with a DJ stand . Disco lights can be provided on request .


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Yes , I have a full PA system and lighting if required


What information do you require about a venue?

If the venue has adequate parking as some locations are based in city centre pedestrian areas which will incur a £15 minimum parking fee


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes , if required . I have Spotify and iTunes accounts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

I've performed with many bands over 25 years and have played at Festivals all over the UK in front of large crowds .


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

As a Saxophonist , my favourite musician is David Sandborn , however I enjoy performing smooth classics such as '' Saving All My Love '' by Whitney Houston .


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

I studied music up to Degree level and have 2 Diplomas in Light and Jazz music . I learnt my trade in Liverpool in the early 90's and was performing with Jazz Funk /Soul bands and even auditioned to play Sax with The Farm !
I have played with bands throughout England and have over 25 years performing experience.
I'm also a qualified music teacher and teach part time in main stream schools and teach adults Saxophone , Clarinet and Flute .


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

I enjoy performing in acoustic buildings such as a church , as my sound projects so well without needing any amplification.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

1 hour set up
Performance times : 1 hour , 2 x 45 minutes and 2 hour sets
Can play for an additional period if requested by the client
Can also provide DJ music in between sets


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes , I regularly perform outside in the summer period and have extension cables


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

I'm happy to perform to a client's tailor made playlist with due notice . It's actually very popular and I just need a few weeks notice before a performance to prepare the music .


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

I have a 100 per cent positive review testimony and clients noticeably remark on how easy I'm am to communicate with and nothing is a problem .
In regards to performance , client's have remark on my high energy and tone production . I practise regularly to maintain my sound production and dexterity for my performances


Can I play longer if required on the day of the event ?

Yes ! If you have a party and you may need me to perform longer , for an additional fee , I can keep the party going !

Recent Clients

Saxophonist - James Banahan has performed for these clients:

Revs de Cuba Nightclub , Nottingham

Nottingham’s Playa day club ( Summer event by Mellors Group )

Juni Restaraunt Bar , Nottingham

Buonissima Restaraunt Bar , Nottingham

Another wine Bar , Nottingham

Chloe Khan , entrepreneur and model

Venues

Saxophonist - James Banahan has performed at these venues:

Nottingham Market Square

Revs de Cuba , Nottingham

Availability Guide

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More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Funeral / Memorial

Wedding Proposal

Concert

Religious Event

Recording Session

Virtual Event

Charity Event

Theatre Show

Burns Night

Christmas Party

Genres:

Classical

Film / TV

1920s Music

1930s Music

1940s Music

1950s Music

1960s Music

1970s Music

1980s Music

1990s Music

2000s+ Music

Folk

Rockabilly

Jazz

Blues

Cabaret

Gypsy Jazz

Swing

Christmas

Church Music

Electronic

House

Techno

Ibiza Club

Gospel

Easy Listening

Background Music

Originals

Country

Pop

Acoustic

Covers

Disco

Funk

Hip Hop

Karaoke

Motown

R&B

Soul

Tribute

Vintage

Rock

Britpop

Classic Rock

Rock 'n' Roll

Alternative Rock

Features:

PAT tested

Lighting system included

Instrumental

100% acoustic (no power)

Public liability insurance

DJ / background music options

Will travel internationally

PA / sound system included

Uses backing tracks

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