Danny Welsh

About

A Seattle WA native, Tenor, Soprano Saxophonist & Flute player Danny Welsh has long been a fixture on the Seattle, Northwest, and West Coast live music and recording scene. Born in South Seattle's culturally diverse Rainier Valley, Danny grew up listening to his mother's record collection, which included Miles Davis, Stanley Turrentine, and many other Soul and Jazz artists of the 60's and 70's. Starting on Alto Sax in the 4th grade, and with the help of teaching great Johnnie Jessen, he progressed quickly and by the time high school began, was well on his way to becoming a musician worth reckoning. Around this time, sax giants Ronnie Laws, Michael Brecker, Ernie Watts, and David Sanborn became huge influences. After recieving numerous local, and two national awards for his solo prowess, Danny received a full scholarship to Seattle's Cornish Institute. With school under his belt, and after touring for three years with Seattle based funk band "Contents Under Pressure", Danny returned to Seattle to raise kids, and began many years of recording (local radio, TV spots, many records and CD's from many artists), playing clubs, and a myriad of musical venues and events region wide. Danny is married to Bay Area native and fabulous singer April Todd. He has shared the stage with and opened for Branford Marsalis, Kenny G, Michael Henderson, and many more.
Danny's show is wonderfully polished and fully self contained! Both as the focal point of any gathering, or easy listening background music. Very comfortable on stage and Emcee friendly, Danny uses a Bose Tower L1 Model II state of the art sound system that delivers incredible sound at any volume. His Sax adds just the right touch of warmth and class to any event! Danny offers a wide selection of Soul, R&B, and Jazz hits that can easily be tailored to fit your unique needs. This is Soul and R&B infused Jazz Saxophone at it's finest!!

Influences

Ronnie Laws, David Sanborn, Grover Washington Jr., Michael Brecker, Ernie Watts, and many many others!

What to Expect

Typical Gig Duration: 15 - 240 minutes

I have a lifetime love affair with the sound of the Saxophone and Flute! I attempt to convey that, and move people to the fullest every time I step onstage!

Stage/Setup Requirements:
A normal AC grounded outlet within 15 feet of where I'll be playing. All outdoor performances require complete cover of sound gear and performance, even in sunny weather!

Additional Notes:
I'm fully self contained and use a state of the art Bose Tower L1 Model II sound system that offers incredible clarity of sound at any volume. Lighting is also available upon request.

Set/Song/Sequence List:
Set 1.

"For The Love Of You"………………The Isley Bros.
"I Can't Help It"……………………… Stevie Wonder/Michael Jackson
"Feel Like Mak'in Love"……………. Roberta Flack
"What You Won't Do For Love"…… Bobby Caldwell
"Giv'in You The Best That I Got"….. Anita Baker
"Affirmation"………………………… George Benson
"September"………………………… E,W&F
"Rock Witcha"………………………. Bobby Brown
"Friends And Strangers"……………Ronnie Laws
"Step In The Name Of Love"……… R. Kelly
"Same Ol' Love"……………………. Anita Baker

Set 2.

"I Wish"……………………………… Stevie Wonder
"Liv'in For The City"…………………Stevie Wonder
"Low Rider"…………………………. War
"Sweet Love"……………………….. Anita Baker
"You Are The Sunshine Of My Life" Stevie Wonder
"All The Man I Need"………………. Whitney Houston
"Hush"………………………………. Danny Welsh
"This Masquerade"………………… George Benson
"Sudden Samba" ………………….. Neal Larsen
"I Like The Way" …………………… Hi-Five
"Never Can Say Goodbye"……….. The Jackson 5
"People Make The World Go Around" The Stylistics

Set 3.

"Song Bird"…………………………. Kenny G
"Mercy Mercy Mercy"……………… Weather Report
"I'll Be Around"………………………The Spinners
"Someday"………………………….. Mariah Carey
"When A Man Loves A Woman"…. Percy Sledge
"I'm Your Baby Tonight"…………… Whitney Houston
"All Night long"………………………Lionel Ritchie
"I Wanna Rock With You"…………. Michael Jackson
"Everything"………………………… Mary J. Blige
"Betcha By Golly Wow"…………….The Stylistics
"The Way You Make Me Feel"…… Michael Jackson

Set 4.

"Fever"……………………………….Ronnie Laws
"Walk On By"………………………..Dionne Warwick
"Night Breeze"………………………Bobby Lyle
"Night Fall"…………………………..Kim Waters
"Pleasure seeker"…………………. Paul Taylor
"Love Is On The Way"…………….. Dave Koz
"That's The Way Love Goes"…….. Janet Jackson
"Here And Now"…………………… Luther Vandross
"In The Groove"……………………. Richard Elliot
"Just My Imagination"………………The Temptations
"Kiss Of Life"……………………….. Sade
"Still In Love"………………………. Brian McKnight

And More!!!!!!

Experience

2007: 100 gigs
2008: 100 gigs
2009: 100 gigs
2010: 100 gigs
2011: 100 gigs
2012: 25 gigs

Available for Your

Anniversary Party, Awards Night, Baby Shower, Bachelor Party, Bachelorette Party, Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party, Birthday Party, Bridal Shower, Casino, Casting Call, Christmas Party, Church Service, Club/Nightclub, Competition, Concert Venue, Convention, Corporate Event, Cruise, Dinner Dance, Ethnic Celebration, Fair, Festival, Fundraiser, Funeral Service, Graduation, Grand Opening, Halloween Party, Holiday Party, Hotel, Launch Party, Luncheon/Tea, Parade, Private Party, Prom, Quinceañera, Religious Celebration, Restaurant, Retreat, Reunion, Seminar, Sporting Event, Studio Session, Sweet 16 Party, Trade Show, Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Reception, Workshop