Interactive, personable and highly rated, Kevin covers romantic ballads, upbeat dance tunes, jazz and pop music from yesterday and today. Equally comfortable playing in the background or doing tricks like playing on his back, Kevin caters to each client’s preferences.
-Experienced: 1500+ shows around the world
-Versatile: weddings, corporate parties, cruises, backyard parties
-Highly rated: 200+ reviews, all 5-star
Kevin did a great job playing saxophone during our daughter’s wedding for the cocktail hour. I highly recommend using him. He’s very easy to work with, friendly and professional. Our guests commented on how much they liked him.
Kevin was an absolute 10!! He adapted to the party vibes and made the party so fun. His energy is contagious. He even brought props to make it feel like we were on the streets of New Orleans. He was courteous and a real pleasure to work with. It can’t be easy mixing into a party with such ease and enthusiasm. Thank you so much for a wonderful evening. I hope everyone gets the pleasure of working with him.
Kevin was wonderful! We hired him to play for our wedding reception and the feedback we received from our guests were lovely. Communication from start to finish with Kevin was great! Highly recommend booking Kevin to play for your special day.
Response from Saxophone Music San Diego:
Thanks so much, Cora! It was my pleasure to work with you to make special memories for you and your loved ones. Anytime you need saxophone music in San Diego, it’s my honor!
You can’t go wrong with Kevin. Great communicator & response time, willing to accommodate special request, sensitive to mood of the event, engaging and…oh - great musician!! Thanks Gig Salad for offering the best!
Response from Saxophone Music San Diego:
It was my pleasure, Barb. Thanks so much for the kind words! You and your family were wonderful hosts.
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Kevin was outstanding, he went above and beyond for our summer soirée party! He was so easy to communicate with and delivered exactly to what we asked him to do. He’s professional and all of our guests are still raving about him. I’ll be booking Kevin for all of my next party needs where I’m looking to elevate with a memorable music experience :) thanks again!
Response from Saxophone Music San Diego:
It was a pleasure meeting you and providing music at your summer soirée. Thanks for the review.
Kevin rocks! He had everyone dancing as he played with EDM music, right on the dance floor with guests. His versatility was impressive: he played beautiful romantic music during the ceremony, including the wedding march, Canon by Pachelbel, and The Moment by Kenny G, and then smooth jazz and pop hits during the cocktail hour. He even changed outfits, from a classy tux during the ceremony and hour, to a fun but still upscale outfit for the dance segment. He even had a leopard print hat that he busted out and guests were having fun with it, too. He can do it all! He’s talented, personable, interactive, and oh so memorable. Someone requested Jubel by Klingande, an EDM favorite, and he nailed it. Everyone was raving that he made the wedding.
Response from Saxophone Music San Diego:
Thanks for the kind words. That wedding was a blast! Glad it was so well received.
Price Range: $400-1000
Languages: English, Italian, Spanish
Insurance: $1,000,000 - General liability, performance property protection,
Hiring a live musician is so much more than music. With my wireless mic, I can dance as I play and even bring the show right to the audience! I love to interact with everyone, ham it up, roam the space, giving guests a unique experience as I perform their favorite songs.
The sax is quite versatile, like the human voice. I can play your music style and vibe, whether it’s romantic, Top 40 hits, dance, jazz, oldies, 70s, 80s, Latin, classic rock. My most popular music is my fresh takes on hit songs, by Adele, Bruno Mars, Coldplay, Maroon 5, and others. I play the vocal line on my horn (a “saxstrumental” LOL) and jazz it up with some great embellishments. I think people like hearing music they know and can relate to. I work with clients to understand their ideal songs and performance style to make sure I create a unique, memorable experience. Clients often say I was the highlight of their event!
Live saxophone music livens up any party. It adds a flavor of jazz and excitement. The parties I get hired most for are wedding ceremonies, wedding rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, corporate events, birthday parties, fundraisers, dinner parties, cocktail receptions, and galas. I have also played bar mitzvahs, bat mitzvahs, anniversaries, barbecues, and quinceaneras. I’ve also been asked to emcee; I love public speaking and used to do it professionally, so that’s always fun, too! Lastly, some clients ask if I can DJ some of the party, so it’s easier and cheaper than hiring a DJ. I’ve been able to play my clients’ song requests and playlists through my pro sound system.
Clients call me “a born showman” and “dynamic party starter” but I actually started off shy when I learned sax at age 9. After seeing a B.B. King concert with a killer horn section, I decided to go pro.
Besides playing my saxophone, I interact with the crowd, putting on a visual show. People say I have the ideal sound, look, and personality to be a party starter. I think it’s just because I love people, adding to the fun, and giving folks a unique experience. People always tell me that I helped them make life-long memories.
I used to be a professional dancer so my wireless mic lets me play in different spots, move to the music, and play in the crowd if my clients prefer. Of course I also have other intangibles, like friendliness, communication, flexibility, attentiveness, reliability, thoughtfulness, and professionalism. One client said, “I know musicians are notoriously late.” To that I replied, “I’m no ordinary musician. I’ve never been late.”
I’m proud of my customer satisfaction. Out of 210+ reviews across Yelp, Google, WeddingWire and social media, I’ve gotten a perfect score every time. I pride myself on understanding client needs, expectations, and nuances of each unique event that I’m hired for.
I just need one 3-prong electrical outlet to plug in my sound system.
| November 22, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
| December 07, 2024 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Corporate Event |
| September 14, 2024 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| June 09, 2024 • 10:00am - 12:00pm | Weekly/Recurring Performance |
| February 10, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
| October 01, 2023 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| December 01, 2022 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
| August 27, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | House Party |
| July 16, 2022 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| July 01, 2022 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Retirement Party |
Uptown Funk by Mark Robson feat. Bruno Mars, Don’t Stop Believing by Journey, Sky Full of Stars by Coldplay, Let’s Get It On by Marvin Gaye, Dance with my Father by Luther Vandross, Isn’t She Lovely by Stevie Wonder, Take my Breath by The Weeknd, La Vie en Rose, New York New York by Frank Sinatra, The Way You Look Tonight by Frank Sinatra, Just the way you are by Bruno Mars, Don’t Stop Believing by Journey, Lights by Journey, Careless Whisper by George Michael, Just the way you are by Bruno Mars, Viva la Vida by Coldplay, In The Air Tonight by Phil Collins, Beautiful Girl by Jose Mari Chan, Skyfall by Adele, Someone like you by Adele, Turning Tables by Adele, Ain't No Sunshine, Clocks by Coldplay, The Scientist by Coldplay, Thank you by Dido, Play that funky music by Wild Cherry, Moondance by Van Morrison, Sittin on the dock of the bay by Otis Redding, Georgia on my mind by Ray Charles, Cissy Strut by The Meters, The Lady In Red by Chris de Burgh, Brickhouse by The Commodores, Low Rider by War, These Words by Natasha Bettingfield, In My Head by Jason Derulo, Let It Go from the Disney movie Frozen by Idina Menzel, I Want It That Way by The Backstreet Boys, The Edge of Glory by Lady Gaga, Love Somebody by Maroon 5, Mercy Mercy Mercy by Cannonball Adderley, So What by Miles Davis, All Blues by Miles Davis, Moanin by Art Blakey, Blue Train by John Coltrane, Smooth Operator by Sade, Superstition by Stevie Wonder, Thinking out loud by Ed Sheeran, Perfect by Ed Sheeran, All of me by John Legend, Tonight by John Legend, When I Was Your Man by Bruno Mars, Breakeven by The Script, Sexual Healing by Marvin Gaye, I'm not the only one by Sam Smith, Fever, El Amor Que Perdimos by Prince Royce, Stand by Me, Slow Dancing in a Burning Room by John Mayer, Wine Light by Grover Washington, Mister Magic by Grover Washington, Just the 2 of Us by Grover Washington, With or Without You by U2, Unchained Melody, Every breath you take by The Police, Oye Como Va by Santana, When a Man Loves a Woman, On The Turning Away by Pink Floyd, I'm Yours by Jason Mraz, Lily Was Here by Candy Dulfer, Europa by Santana, She's got a way by Billy Joel, The girl from Ipanema, I Will Always Love You by Whitney Houston, Saxoloco by Kenny G, Besame Mucho in the style of Andrea Bocelli, Rhythm and Romance by Kenny G, Forever in Love by Kenny G, Tequila by The Champs, I could fall in love by Selena, Watermelon Man by Herbie Hancock, Chameleon by Herbie Hancock, Cantaloupe Island by Herbie Hancock, Somewhere over the rainbow by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, What a wonderful world by Louis Armstrong, This I promise you by NSYNC, Wonderful Tonight by Eric Clapton, You are so beautiful by Lionel Richie, Moon River by Andy Williams, Casanova by Levert, Tequila Moon by Jessy J, Higher Love by Kygo and Whitney Houston (originally by Steve Winwood), I heard it through the grapevine by Marvin Gaye, Stay by Rihanna, The First time ever I saw your face by Roberta Flack, Cheap Thrills by Sia, Can't Help falling in love by Elvis, Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen, Love and Happiness by Al Green, Vivir Mi Vida by Marc Anthony, A thousand years by Christina Perri, Memories by Maroon 5, Girls like you by Maroon 5, Love on the brain by Rihanna, Faded by Alan Walker, Fly me to the moon by Frank Sinatra, The Way You Look Tonight by Frank Sinatra, O Sole Mio by Luciano Pavarotti, Summertime by Ella Fitzgerald, Closer by The Chainsmokers, Sofrito by Mongo Santamaria, Isn’t She Lovely by Stevie Wonder, You can call me Al by Paul Simon, Diamonds on the sole of her shoe by Paul Simon, Under African Skies by Paul Simon, Great Heart by Johnny Clegg, Freddie Freeloader by Miles Davis, Give me the night by George Benson, What's Love got to do with it by Tina Turner remixed by Kygo, Drinking alone by Carrie Underwood, Under the Bridge by Red Hot Chili Peppers, Snow by Red Hot Chili Peppers, Africa by Toto, Latch by Sam Smith, Nothing Compares to U by Prince, Purple Rain by Prince, Save your tears by The Weeknd
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