James Banahan

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Saxophonist

(8 Reviews)5.0
Also Performs As: Wedding Musician
Country: United Kingdom
Based In: Nottingham, East Midlands
Performs: Worldwide
From: £300
I am a professional saxophonist and I have been performing for 25 years . I was a resident Sax player at Revs de Cuba club , Nottingham recently and I can play a mix genre of music including, Club ,dance , along with a DJ or smooth Jazz with backing tracks .
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Description

I can cater for weddings, special occasions and corporate events .
I have my own PA and backing tracks and can cater for any special music requests in advance to an event.

Set-List

This Masquerade - G Benson
Just the two of us -B Withers
Street life - R Crawford
Pick up the pieces - Average white band
Smooth operator - Sade
Your love is king -Sade
Forget me not - P Rushen
Never too much - L Vandross
Take five - D Brubeck
Fly me to the moon - F sinatra
My way - F Sinatra
September - EW Fire
Rock with you - M Jackson
Aint nobody - C Khan
I'm every woman C Khan
Baker street G Rafferty
I will always love you - W Huston
Saving all my love - W Huston
Most beautiful girl - Prince
Lilly was here - D Stewart
Against all odds - P Collins
Just the way you are ...

Biography

I have performed with many bands over the years including The Farm and currently The Light Disciples ( available music on Spotify/ iTunes/ YouTube) .
I have been a resident Sax player along with a DJ in various clubs in the midlands.
I also teach music in schools and play additional instruments, Clarinet, Flute and Keyboards.

Reviews     (8 Reviews)

James Banahan - Saxophonist - Nottingham, East Midlands Event Location: Cheshire Event Type: Wedding 7th August 2021
Excellent saxophonist, highlight of everyone's evening ☆☆☆☆☆☆
Reviewed by: Sarah
James Banahan - Saxophonist - Nottingham, East Midlands Event Location: Northants Event Type: Party 27th August 2020
EXCELLENT, HIGHLY RECOMMEND Amazing saxophonist, so talented, very reliable and such a lovely friendly man. Highly recommend booking. A big thank you James you really was fab xxx
Reviewed by: Kelly W
James Banahan - Saxophonist - Nottingham, East Midlands Event Location: Nottinghamshire Event Type: Party 27th August 2020
Alysha I hired James to come and play at a private Hen Party festival and he was absolutely AMAZING. He just hopped straight on to any songs we liked and made our night fantastic. Would definitely hire again. THANK YOU!!!!
Reviewed by: Alysha May NG17 3LH August 22nd

Experience

I have experience of performing at Weddings and Corporate Events . On request I can tailor suit your personal songs into my set list .

Previous Clients

Revs de Cuba , Nottingham

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 Halloween Party Hanukkah Celebration High School Reunion HM Forces/Army/Navy/Military Event Holiday / Theme Parks Hotel Event Jewish Wedding 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

Additional Information

I have full public liability insurance . All my electrical equipment is PAT tested and I have an up to date enhanced DBS check as I teach children in schools . All certificates can be downloaded to you on request .


Virtual Services Offer

online performance

Online Saxophone performance from the comfort of your own home .
Book a live online performance of the song of your choice . Ideal for birthday and special occassions.

online Saxophone lessons

Online Saxophone lessons from the comfort of your own home . 30 minute to 1 hour sessions available via Skype or Zoom.

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