Otis Philip A versatile Solo Saxophonist performing classic pop hits and so much more!

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Solo Saxophone for 45 minutes (Solo Sax with a powerful PAT tested BOSE PA system and pro backing tracks or alongside your pre-booked DJ)£325
Solo sax for 2 x 45 minute sets (Solo Sax with a powerful PAT tested BOSE PA system and pro backing tracks, I can also play a playlist during my break)£450
Saxophone with your pre-booked DJ or one I can recommend (2 x 45 minute sets)£450
I charge 45p per mile for travel expenses.

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"He is a very talented performer and we would highly recommend him to anyone looking for that extra pizzazz and adding a special touch to their celebration" Jo and Wayne
Experience the magic of live saxophone and music performances by Otis Philip aka Otis Ubaka. With a taste for Jazz, Pop music, Dance, R&B, Afrobeats, Soul and Pop classics Otis can cater for the vibe of each event.
An experienced and versatile saxophonist, Otis has played live at Cross the Tracks the #1 Jazz, Funk and Soul festival, performed at many prestigious locations and events, including The Oval, Syon Park, Hengrave Hall, Bovey Castle and Vignamaggio in Tuscany.
Otis plays all styles of music including Ibiza party music with your pre booked DJ, laidback subtle dinner jazz with backing tracks for that corporate event or garden party, romantic songs for wedding receptions or music for walking down the aisle.
Otis never ceases to amaze with his versatility across various genres. His collaborations with major labels like Blue Note and Atlantic Records and brands like Red Bull highlight his exceptional talent and expertise, there's a reason his saxophone tone has been streamed 50m+ times.
Otis always aims to look and dress the part too as a show of respect to your special occasion.

Reviews (33)

There are currently 33 user ratings for Otis Philip

AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in Taunton, Somerset

Will travel up to 305 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 305 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 20 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.

IBIZA SAX/DANCE

Jubel - Klingande

Lola's Theme - Shape Shifters

Pjanoo - Eric Prydz

Dirty Cash - Pawsa, The Adventures of Stevie V

Get Lucky - Daft Punk

Titanium - David Guetta

Freed From Desire - Gala

Destination Calabria - Alex Gaudino

This Girl - Kungs

Infinity 2008 - Guru Josh

Move - Adam Port, Stryv, Keinemusik

Dreamer - Livin' Joy

Show Me Love - Robin S

We Found Love - Rhianna

Red Alert - Basement Jaxx

Murder On the Dance Floor - Sophie Ellis Bextor

Music Sounds Better With You - Stardust

One More Time - Daft Punk

Gotta Get Through This - Daniel Beddingfield

Hips Don't lie - Shakira

Better Off Alone - Alice Deejay

Sandstorm - Darude

Finally - Kings of Tomorrow

Free - Ultra Nate

Rhythm of the Night - Corona

Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! - Abba

Lay All Your Love On Me - Abba

I Wanna Dance With Some Body -Whitney Houston

Sweet Dreams - Eurythmics

Espresso - Sabrina Carpenter

Unwritten - Natasha Beddingfield

R&B/ AFROBEATS

Miss Independent - Ne-Yo

Let Me Love You - Mario

My Boo - USHER

Dilemma - Nelly, Kelly Rowland

No Scrubs - TLC

Say My Name - Destiny's Child

What's Luv? - Fat Joe

Closer - Ne Yo

Candy - Cameo

Never Too Much - Luther Vandross

Get Down on it - Kool and the gang Return of the Mack - Mark Morrison

Peru - Fireboy DML

Last Last - Burna Boy

People - Libianca

Essence (Ft. Tems ) - Wizkid

Ku Lo Sa - Oxlade

On the Low - Burna Boy

Location - Dave, Burna Boy Twe Twe - Kizz Daniel, Davido love nwantiti (ah ah ah) - Ckay Calm Down - Rema

Love Me JeJe - Tems

Water - Tyla

Gimme Dat - Ayra Starr

Sensational - Chris Brown

Unavailable - Davido

Holy Ghost - Omah Lay With you - Davido Soweto - Victony

No Wahala - 1da

SOUL/MOTOWN

Just the Two Of Us - Bill Withers

Lovely Day - Bill Withers

September - Earth, Wind and Fire Boogie Wonderland - Earth, Wind and Fire Celebration - Kool and the gang Signed, Sealed, Delivered - Stevie Wonder

Superstitious - Stevie Wonder

My Girl - The Temptations

Young Hearts Run Free - Candi Staton

Le Freak - Chic

I'm Every Woman - Chaka Khan

I'm Coming Out - Diana Ross

Can't Take My Eye Off of You - Frankie Valli

Ain't No Mountain High Enough - Diana Ross Tears of A Clown - Smokey Robinson I Can't Help Myself-(Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch) - Four Tops Please Mr. Postman - The Marvelettes

Smooth Operator - Sade

ROMANTIC POP

All of Me - John Legend

A Thousand Years - Christina Perri

Perfect - Ed Sheeran

Make You Feel my Love - Adele

I Can't Help Falling In Love - Elvis Presley What A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong

Careless Whisper - George Michael

Valerie - Amy Winehouse

Pink Pony Club - Chappel Roan

Arthur's Theme - Christopher Cross

JAZZ

In A Sentimental Mood - Duke Ellington Fly Me To the Moon - Bart Howard

You Make Me Feel so Young - Frank Sinatra

Misty - Erroll Garner

The Girl From Ipanema - Antônio Carlos Jobim

Autumn Leaves - Joseph Kosma

Summertime - George Gershwin

Blue Skies - Irving Berlin

All Of Me - Seymour Simmons

Dream a little dream - Fabian Andre

REGGAE AND HIP-HOP

Welcome To Jamrock - Damian Marley

Is This Love - Bob Marley

Three Little Birds - Bob Marley

Jamming - Bob Marley

Regulate - Warren G

Doo Wop (That Thing) - Ms. Lauryn Hill

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

I need performance space of at least 2 metres by 2 metres and 1 car parking space.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Yes I will bring my PAT tested BOSE L1 Pro16 PA system. A sleek, powerful and classy PA system/speaker to play my backing tracks on, I'll also bring a wireless mic too so the saxophone is more present.
If it's outside I will also bring a Bose S1 Pro+ Speaker, a wireless and incredibly powerful Portable PA system.


What information do you require about a venue?

I need to know any directions that will help me find the venue and find the right place to load in my equipment.


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

Yes, I'm happy to play music from Spotify before, after and between my sets. I'm happy to choose the music myself or let the client choose the music

Frequently Asked Questions

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

I have performed at Cross The Tracks Music festival in London. It was amazing to perform in front of a festival sized crowd.
I also enjoyed playing in Tuscany and also Bovey Castle.


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

I don't really fixate too much on artists, I like to be influenced by a wide range of artists, keeps my act fresh and exciting. If I was to pick my favourite song of all time though it has to be "Is This Love" by Bob Marley


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

I started gigging at weddings and local restaurants from a young age. Now I do gigs everywhere and internationally, Portugal being the most recent.


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

I honestly don't have a favourite, as long as the clients are happy, I'm happy.


Is your equipment PAT tested?

Yes my equipment is PAT tested. Safety and professionalism is a priority for me.


Can you play along with a DJ?

Yes I can play along with a DJ that you have pre-booked.


Does your fee include a PA system?

Yes I bring a PA system depending on each event.
If I'm playing along with your DJ, the DJ usually brings their PA system which I plug my wireless mic into.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

I always like to arrive 1-2 hours before the performance to setup. I normally perform 45 minute/1 hour set or 2 x 45 minute sets.
I'm happy to play a bit longer or shorter but I've found that these times suit me and my clients the best.


Are you happy to perform outside?

I'm happy to play outside as long as there is good shade, a flat level surface and a safe power supply close to the performance area.
But I do also have a wireless portable PA speaker.


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

I can learn specific songs before the event but I usually limit this to 3 songs. The clients are welcome to pick a set list from my repertoire or let me choose the music for them.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Previous customers would describe me as an unforgettable performer who can adapt to the energy of each event.

Recent Clients

Otis Philip has performed for these clients:

Red Bull Music

Atlantic Records

Momenta Finance

Venues

Otis Philip has performed at these venues:

Bovey Castle Hotel

The Oval, Surrey Cricket

The Barn at Pengelly

Brympton House

Tuscany

Portugal

International Conference & Banqueting Centre Wolverhampton

Kristin Hjellegjerde Art Gallery

Riverstation

Syon Park

The Nomad Hotel

Hengrave Hall

The Old Sessions House

Crowne Plaza Hotel, Stratford Upon Avon

Tredudwell Manor

St. Audries Park

Polhawn Fort

The Pig and Fiddle

Deer Park Country House

Wellington Barn

Quantock Lakes Wedding Venue

Waterside Country Barn

Brickhouse Vineyard

Kingscote barn

Butlins (Minehead, Bognor Regis and Skegness)

Beamish Hall

Castle Hotel

The George and Dragon London

More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Funeral / Memorial

Wedding Proposal

Concert

Religious Event

Cruise

Burns Night

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

1960s Music

1970s Music

1980s Music

1990s Music

2000s+ Music

Jazz

Blues

Latin Jazz

Swing

Christmas

Electronic

House

Ibiza Club

Easy Listening

Background Music

Pop

Acoustic

Covers

Disco

Funk

Hip Hop

Motown

R&B

Soul

Vintage

Reggae

Features:

PAT tested

Instrumental

Public liability insurance

Will travel internationally

PA / sound system included

Uses backing tracks

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