| 2 x 45 minute sets: £382 |
| 3 x 45 minute sets: £491 |
| Background music inbetween sets can be provided from PA at no extra cost. |
Jon is a highly experienced wedding sax player, specialising as a live solo performer for weddings, parties, functions, and events.
His eclectic mix of smooth, soulful classics creates the perfect atmosphere for you and your guests, adding that extra special touch to your day. With over 20 years of performing experience, Jon is the ideal choice for drinks receptions, wedding breakfasts, photographs and more.
Music has been Jon’s passion since childhood, when he first picked up a recorder at the age of six. By 8, he was playing clarinet, and by 10, saxophone, quickly falling in love with the instrument that would shape his career. By 16, he had achieved the highest grades in both clarinet and saxophone, later going on to study music at university. Music runs in his family too, with both his mother and grandfather accomplished pianists, and his great uncle a saxophonist with the famous Tommy Dorsey Orchestra. For fun, Jon also plays trombone, flute, and harmonica.
Over the years, Jon has built a reputation for excellence in wedding and event entertainment. He performs both as a solo artist and with some of the top function bands across London and the South East, as well as working as a session musician with many well-known recording artists.
As Jon himself says:
"One of the main advantages of being a solo musician, apart from keeping costs under control, is that I can perform at even the smallest events, where space or sound may be a consideration, while blending into the background – just as it should be."
The perfect complement to your occasion.
Based in Hounslow, Middlesex
= areas covered (up to 100 miles)
= free travel (up to 60 miles)
Jazz
Ain t That A Kick In The Head, Dean Martin
Ain t That A Shame, Fats Domino
Beyond The Sea, Bobby Darin
Cry Me A River, Michael Bublé
Crazy Love, Michael Bublé
Desafinado, Antonio Carlos Jobim
Fly Me To The Moon, Frank Sinatra
Georgia On My Mind, Ray Charles
I Got Rhythm, 1950s Standards
It Had To Be You, 1920s Standards
Just The Way You Are, Harry Connick Jr
Lullaby Of Birdland, 1950s Standards
Me And Mrs Jones, Michael Bublé
Misty, Johnny Mathis
Route 66, 1940s Standards
Songbird, Kenny G
Stranger On The Shore, Acker Bilk
Summertime, Ella Fitzgerald
Take Five, The Dave Brubeck Quartet
The Girl From Ipanema, 1960s Standards
Unforgettable, Nat King Cole
What A Wonderful World, Michael Bublé
When I Fall In Love, Nat King Cole
You Are The Sunshine Of My Life, Frank Sinatra
Pop and Soul
1 - 2 - 3, Len Barry
A Million Love Songs, Take That
And I Love You So, Perry Como
Baker Street, Gerry Rafferty
Bring It On Home To Me, Sam Cooke
Careless Whisper, George Michael
Crazy, Patsy Cline
Endless Love, Lionel Ritchie
Everything I Do, I Do It For You, Bryan Adams
Have I Told You Lately, Rod Stewart
Heaven, Bryan Adams
Home, Michael Bublé
How Deep Is Your Love, Kelly Rowland/Bublé
I Got You (I Feel Good), James Brown
I Only Have Eyes for You, Rod Stewart
In Your Eyes, George Benson
Let's Stay Together, Tina Turner
Mandy, Barry Manilow
Marry You, Bruno Mars
Moondance, Van Morrison
Morning Dance, Spyro Gyra
Runaway, The Corrs
Sh-Boom, Life Could Be A Dream, The Crew Cuts
This Guy's In Love With You, Herb Alpert
Top Of The World, The Carpenters
Your Latest Trick, Dire Straits
Your Song, Elton John
Only a small performance space needed, 2m x 2m, and access to one 13 amp power socket. If playing outside, I’ll need access to shade if it’s sunny or wet.
All sound equipment provided, lighting is not needed for my performances but can be supplied if required.
A rough idea of where I’ll be playing & whether there are any access difficulties that need to know about.
Yes I have access to Spotify & am more than happy to leave playlists playing between sets.
One of my best gigs was playing for the wedding of one of the professional dancers from BBC Strictly Come Dancing at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in London with many famous personalities in attendance.
Best venue would be with when I played at London’s original Marquee Club in Wardour Street, or when I played at the London Dungeon for Harvey Golsdiths birthday party!
Most influenced by the Funk Brothers who were the backing artists for all the Motown acts in Detroit - onpoolnof fabulous musicians who were responsible for recording every classic Motown track.
All time favourite song is probably “25 or 6 to 4” by Chicago
Classically trained from the age of eight, some friends asked me to join a band that they were starting when I was nineteen.
We rehearsed regularly at a local studio where I was spotted by the owner who was looking for a saxophonist to join his established 60’s Soul Band. I joined the band and thousands of gigs later I’m still doing it!
I play with various different bands & record as a session musician, with my main gigs being as a solo saxophonist 🎷
Anywhere with a great audience…especially at wedding receptions where the guests have had a long day & can’t wait to get out on the floor & enjoy the evening!
I always arrive at least 1½ hours beforehand to make sure there’s enough time to be set & ready, and generally play sets of either 2 x 45 mins or 3 x 45 mins.
2 sets tend to be the preferred option, but happy to tailor times as required.
Yes, I play outside for many performances & just need access to one power socket & shade in case it’s either very sunny, or in case it rains!
More than happy for clients to select songs from my repertoire to be included & I can generally learn one bespoke song per gig.
Clients are always delighted with my performances & say that I get it just right with the mix of songs that I’ve selected to play for them. They also comment on how smart I am, fitting in seamlessly with their event.
All private clients, both wedding & corporate
Sheraton, Park Lane
Marquee Club, Wardout Street
Gary Rhodes, Marble Arch
London Dungeon
Sandown Park
Epsom Racecourse
Windsor Racecourse
Arundel Castle
England Rugby, Twickenham Stadium
Celtic Manor, Wales
Wedding
Birthday Party
Private Event
Corporate Event
Hotel / Restaurant Event
Bar / Venue Event
Concert
Recording Session
1940s Music
1950s Music
1960s Music
1970s Music
1980s Music
1990s Music
2000s+ Music
Jazz
Blues
Latin Jazz
Christmas
Easy Listening
Background Music
Pop
Acoustic
Covers
Disco
Motown
Soul
Vintage
PAT tested
Instrumental
Public liability insurance
DJ / background music options
Will travel internationally
PA / sound system included
Uses backing tracks