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Claud Parker

Top Performer

Dallas, TX

Starting at $500

Travels up to 500 miles

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Just as you are

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Speak to my heart

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Higher Ground

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I will always cherish playing in the Queen Of Souls (Aretha Franklin's) band

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Soloing on the iconic song ''RESPECT" with Aretha Franklin

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The legendary Aaron Neville and myself after a performance

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Legendary producer/ songwriter H.B. Barnum on left

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The late Grover Washington jr. and myself at the legendary caravan of dreams jazz venue.

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Smooth Jazz Keyboardist Alen Baugh and myself. 🎷😎

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Friend /mentor Pat Franklin on the left, great show with boney James

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The Cat Garner Jazz Group

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1987 '' Grambling World Famed Tiger Marching Band" DM

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I absolutely love playing flute

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Bassist/Producer Charles watts jr.

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Overview

Claud's soulful saxophone soars from traditional jazz to smooth contemporary, infusing each performance with a captivating blend of gospel and R&B. As a Grambling alumnus and seasoned music educator, Claud has graced the studio as a featured saxophonist for numerous smooth jazz radio projects. His remarkable versatility has earned him the opportunity to perform and tour alongside iconic artists such as Aaron Neville, The Temptations, Grover Washington Jr., Nancy Wilson, and Aretha Franklin. Claud's musical prowess landed him a feature spot for his newly released single "Thinking of you" as a spotlight feature for the Los Angeles Film/audio School pre ceremony awards 2024.


Reviews

95 reviews

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Josh R.

October 11, 2025
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The Soundtrack to Our Love Story Performed Flawlessly by C

We had the absolute pleasure of having Claud play saxophone at our wedding — during our cocktail hour and even as we exited the altar! His talent is undeniable. Claud knows how to bring every moment to life with music that fits the mood perfectly. From smooth jazz to R&B, pop, and even a few fun throwbacks, his range across genres kept our guests entertained the entire time.

Everyone was talking about how incredible he sounded and how much energy he brought to the celebration. Claud isn’t just a musician; he’s a true performer who knows how to read the crowd and make every note count. If you want your event to feel classy, lively, and unforgettable — book Claud!

Hired as: Saxophone Player

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Claud Parker

Congratulations and thank you so much. May your marriage always be blessed.😊


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Mary H.

October 10, 2025
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Incredible music and service

Claud was incredibly easy to work with, he called a few times before our wedding to verify all the details, everyone loved him and he got the good vibes started for our special day. I would recommend him to anyone!!

Hired as: Saxophone Player

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Claud Parker

Thank you so much, please let me know if you ever need me again. 😊


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Ashley G.

July 8, 2024
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Just wow!!- If you don't hire this man, you are crazy

Claud was extra special for my son's rehearsal dinner and wedding cocktail hour and then belted out When a Man Loves a woman for their first dance. It was incredible. He played so long and his set list is very recognizable by all ages. We will hire Claud again just because he was amazing. Over 200 guests at the wedding and everyone was raving about him. Can't wait to see the photos when the photographer gets them back to us. Also, as a special surprise, he chimed in and he recorded a video with a friend of the groom during the rehearsal dinner that will be showing up on Facebook and TikTok. @ Jeremiah Miller featuring Claud for a special song "Marry You" by Bruno Mars... This man is AMAZING!!!

Hired as: Saxophone Player

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Claud Parker

Wow!! You are amazing, thank you so much.!☺️


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Kathy

May 19, 2026
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Sax

Claud was was awesome. Our wedding guest are still talking about it. They loved it

Hired as: Saxophone Player

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Claud Parker

Congratulations again!☺️ thank you so much.If you ever need me again, please reach out.


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Stacey J.

May 11, 2026
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Claud was FANTASTIC!!!!

Claud was a top notch addition to our outdoor wedding at the Dallas Arboretum!
Fantastic sax playing, friendly, wanted to make it a great experience for bride/groom/guests. Showed up very early to ensure he was ready to go, great communication. Highly recommend to hire Claud for your event! Thank you Claud!

Hired as: Saxophone Player

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Claud Parker

Congratulations again! Thank you guys for everything!🎷😎

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Booking information

Price range: Starting at $500

Languages: English

Gig length: 30 - 180 minutes

What to expect

I personally tailor my performance to fit the needs of the event, from soft background social music to high energy involved performances. I will cater to whatever the musical need requires.
I/we will arrive at a reasonable time with all necessary equipment needed for performance unless otherwise agreed upon with client. For solo sax bookings, I will play along with background tracks to maintain a full ensemble sound and feel. I/we will dress appropriately for the specific type of event. Client and guests are welcome to take pictures and videos of the performance. For performances longer than one hour, I/we will take reasonable breaks (e.g. 2 hr booking = 10-15 min break, 3 hr booking = two 15 min breaks) unless other arrangements have been made with client. The most important thing is that the client is happy!

Additional booking notes

In this health crisis I'm asking if there is a significant amount of distance between me and the listening audience. As a saxophonest I cannot perform with any mouth coverings.

No more than 3 requested songs, unless gig is booked 2 months in advance no more than 6 songs. Thanks

Upcoming booked events

June 2026

12

Friday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Aubrey, TX

September 2026

25

Friday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Arlington, TX

October 2026

10

Saturday

Wedding Reception

6:00pm - 6:30pm

Frisco, TX

17

Saturday

Wedding Reception

7:00pm - 7:45pm

Valley View, TX

November 2026

07

Saturday

Wedding Reception

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Fort Worth, TX

Past booked events

May 2026

30

Saturday

Wedding Reception

9:00pm - 10:00pm

Fort Worth, TX

24

Sunday

Wedding Reception

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Lake Dallas, TX

04

Monday

Wedding Ceremony

12:30pm - 2:00pm

Dallas, TX

03

Sunday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Azle, TX

April 2026

25

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Cross Roads, TX

March 2026

07

Saturday

Fundraiser

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Dallas, TX

February 2026

28

Saturday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dallas, TX

21

Saturday

Wedding Reception

5:00pm - 5:30pm

Fort Worth, TX

December 2025

06

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

1:00pm - 1:30pm

Dallas, TX

October 2025

15

Wednesday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Dallas, TX

03

Friday

Wedding Reception

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Nemo, TX

September 2025

27

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Arlington, TX

19

Friday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Cross Roads, TX

August 2025

15

Friday

Wedding Reception

6:00pm - 6:30pm

Dallas, TX

June 2025

07

Saturday

Cocktail Party

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Colleyville, TX

06

Friday

Concert

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Crowley, TX

May 2025

25

Sunday

Wedding Reception

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Waxahachie, TX

01

Thursday

Corporate Event

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Dallas, TX

April 2025

19

Saturday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

4:30pm - 6:30pm

Azle, TX

March 2025

20

Thursday

Retirement Community Event

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Grand Prairie, TX

15

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Purdon, TX

08

Saturday

Wedding Reception

5:00pm - 8:30pm

Dallas, TX

01

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Allen, TX

January 2025

12

Sunday

Birthday Party

11:30am - 12:30pm

Waxahachie, TX

05

Sunday

Dinner Party

3:30pm - 5:30pm

Midlothian, TX

December 2024

31

Tuesday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

7:30pm - 8:30pm

Irving, TX

21

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Anna, TX

13

Friday

House Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Dallas, TX

08

Sunday

Grand Opening

4:00pm - 4:30pm

Frisco, TX

November 2024

29

Friday

House Party

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Azle, TX

26

Tuesday

Birthday Party

7:00am - 7:15am

Arlington, TX

04

Monday

Nonprofit Event

7:00am - 8:30am

Dallas, TX

October 2024

27

Sunday

Wedding Reception

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Lake Dallas, TX

23

Wednesday

Grand Opening

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Dallas, TX

15

Tuesday

Nonprofit Event

11:30am - 1:30pm

McKinney, TX

05

Saturday

Cocktail Party

8:00pm - 8:45pm

Arlington, TX

04

Friday

Campus Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Aubrey, TX

September 2024

22

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 7:30pm

Waxahachie, TX

August 2024

03

Saturday

Anniversary Party

8:00pm - 10:00pm

Desoto, TX

July 2024

20

Saturday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Mesquite, TX

06

Saturday

Wedding Reception

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Aubrey, TX

05

Friday

Rehearsal Dinner

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Lewisville, TX

June 2024

23

Sunday

Surprise

10:00am - 10:45am

Dallas, TX

May 2024

29

Wednesday

Teen Birthday Party

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Waxahachie, TX

10

Friday

Nonprofit Event

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Fort Worth, TX

April 2024

27

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Waxahachie, TX

March 2024

30

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Dallas, TX

23

Saturday

Religious Celebration

8:30pm - 9:00pm

Fort Worth, TX

02

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Plano, TX

01

Friday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Dallas, TX

February 2024

16

Friday

Birthday Party

1:00pm - 1:15pm

Fort Worth, TX

10

Saturday

Birthday Party

8:00pm - 9:30pm

Dallas, TX

January 2024

06

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:30pm - 8:00pm

Forney, TX

03

Wednesday

House Party

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Dallas, TX

December 2023

29

Friday

Jack and Jill of America gala

7:00pm - 10:30pm

18

Monday

School District Performance

8:00am - 9:00am

17

Sunday

Baby Shower

11:30am - 2:30pm

Dallas, TX

15

Friday

Cocktail Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Haslet, TX

14

Thursday

Corporate Christmas party

11:00am - 2:00pm

02

Saturday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Lancaster, TX

01

Friday

Holiday Jazz Concert

5:00pm - 7:00pm

November 2023

29

Wednesday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southlake, TX

14

Tuesday

Corporate awards program

11:30am - 1:30pm

04

Saturday

Wedding Reception

7:30pm - 7:45pm

Desoto, TX

03

Friday

Cocktail party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

October 2023

28

Saturday

70th Birthday Celebration

5:00pm - 9:00pm

19

Thursday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Colleyville, TX

18

Wednesday

Corporate Event

5:00pm - 10:00pm

Frisco, TX

15

Sunday

100th Surprise Birthday Brunch

1:00pm - 5:00pm

14

Saturday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Carrollton, TX

13

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Flower Mound, TX

September 2023

23

Saturday

Studio session

6:00pm - 9:00pm

22

Friday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dallas, TX

15

Friday

Corporate Event

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Plano, TX

13

Wednesday

Adolphus Hotel

6:00pm - 9:00pm

07

Thursday

Corporate Event

11:00am - 1:30pm

Plano, TX

August 2023

31

Thursday

Dinner Party

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Dallas, TX

11

Friday

Recording Session TM Studio

All-day event

05

Saturday

Personal Occasion

7:30pm - 8:00pm

Fort Worth, TX

05

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Fort Worth, TX

04

Friday

Recording Session TM Studio

All-day event

03

Thursday

Personal Occasion

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Fort Worth, TX

July 2023

29

Saturday

Jazz on the lawn DeSoto Tx

6:00pm - 9:00pm

22

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

3:30pm - 4:00pm

Irving, TX

15

Saturday

Wedding

All-day event

08

Saturday

Jazz Concert

1:00pm - 3:00pm

June 2023

24

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Coppell, TX

24

Saturday

Birthday Party

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Frisco, TX

19

Monday

Juneteenth Celebration "walk of Freedom Concert"

12:00pm - 2:00pm

17

Saturday

Engagement party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

16

Friday

TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF REAL ESTATE CONFERENCE

6:00pm - 11:00pm

13

Tuesday

The Oak Cliff Chamber of Commerce

4:00pm - 6:00pm

10

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Temple, TX

09

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Frisco, TX

08

Thursday

Dinner Party

6:00pm - 9:30pm

Dallas, TX

May 2023

27

Saturday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Aubrey, TX

26

Friday

Personal Engagement

6:30pm - 7:30pm

23

Tuesday

Nonprofit Event

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Dallas, TX

14

Sunday

Surprise

3:00pm - 3:45pm

Grand Prairie, TX

13

Saturday

Birthday Party

9:30pm - 10:00pm

Carrollton, TX

13

Saturday

Mother's Jazz Concert

All-day event

April 2023

29

Saturday

Birthday Party

9:00pm - 9:30pm

Dallas, TX

29

Saturday

Baby Shower

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Dallas, TX

23

Sunday

Birthday Party

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Burleson, TX

15

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 9:30pm

Grapevine, TX

14

Friday

Private dinner

7:30pm - 9:00pm

March 2023

31

Friday

Personal Occasion

7:00pm - 7:30pm

Dallas, TX

25

Saturday

House Party

2:00pm - 5:00pm

McKinney, TX

04

Saturday

Cocktail Party

8:00pm - 9:30pm

Frisco, TX

February 2023

25

Saturday

Fundraiser

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Dallas, TX

19

Sunday

Birthday Party

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Dallas, TX

17

Friday

Private event

4:30pm - 7:00pm

11

Saturday

Dinner party

8:30pm - 9:00pm

11

Saturday

Dinner Party

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Dallas, TX

January 2023

08

Sunday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

4:30pm - 5:15pm

Aubrey, TX

05

Thursday

Wedding Reception

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Aubrey, TX

October 2022

01

Saturday

Wedding cocktail Hour Arts hotel

5:30pm - 6:30pm

August 2022

25

Thursday

Restaurant Richardson, Texas

7:00pm - 9:00pm

11

Thursday

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, (link hidden)uthwest Regional Conference Fort Worth Tx

7:00pm - 9:00pm

06

Saturday

Larue Winery

7:00pm - 10:00pm

July 2022

24

Sunday

Wedding Reception

4:30pm - 6:00pm

Aubrey, TX

01

Friday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

The Colony, TX

June 2022

25

Saturday

House Party

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Aubrey, TX

04

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Harker Heights, TX

May 2022

24

Tuesday

Cedar Hill teacher's appreciation Dinner

7:00pm - 8:30pm

20

Friday

Dallas Hyatt reception

6:30pm - 9:00pm

April 2022

16

Saturday

Alpha Phi Alpha convention Louisiana

All-day event

09

Saturday

Wedding Reception

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Dallas, TX

December 2021

26

Sunday

Surprise

3:00pm - 3:45pm

Grand Prairie, TX

19

Sunday

Dinner Party

9:00pm - 10:30pm

Lancaster, TX

18

Saturday

Home going celebration

11:00am - 1:00pm

11

Saturday

Birthday Party

8:00pm - 10:00pm

Red Oak, TX

09

Thursday

Cocktail Party

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Dallas, TX

October 2021

20

Wednesday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 7:30pm

Plano, TX

June 2021

18

Friday

Rehearsal Dinner

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Dallas, TX

November 2020

30

Monday

Children’s Birthday Party

3:00pm - 3:15pm

Euless, TX

October 2020

17

Saturday

Birthday Party

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Fort Worth, TX

10

Saturday

Wedding Reception

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Dallas, TX

09

Friday

Wedding Reception

7:00pm - 8:30pm

McKinney, TX

September 2020

12

Saturday

Wedding Reception

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Richardson, TX

05

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 6:45pm

Fort Worth, TX

August 2020

04

Tuesday

Surprise

6:30pm - 7:00pm

Dallas, TX

July 2020

16

Thursday

Birthday Party

7:00am - 7:15am

Arlington, TX

June 2020

27

Saturday

House Party

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Richardson, TX

February 2020

14

Friday

Cultural Event

10:30pm - 10:45pm

Dallas, TX

January 2020

25

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Dallas, TX

18

Saturday

Retirement Party

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dallas, TX

December 2019

13

Friday

Cocktail Party

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Irving, TX

November 2019

16

Saturday

Cocktail Party

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Dallas, TX

09

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

7:00pm - 7:45pm

Arlington, TX

October 2019

04

Friday

Nonprofit Event

6:30pm - 9:30pm

Dallas, TX

September 2019

28

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Plano, TX

June 2019

27

Thursday

Wedding Ceremony

7:00pm - 7:30pm

Dallas, TX

07

Friday

Birthday Party

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Kilgore, TX

April 2019

13

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Rockwall, TX

February 2019

17

Sunday

Dinner Party

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Crowley, TX

November 2018

17

Saturday

Nightclub Event

9:00pm - 11:00pm

Killeen, TX

16

Friday

Wedding Reception

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Carrollton, TX

October 2018

13

Saturday

Birthday Party

9:00pm - 9:45pm

Arlington, TX

September 2018

08

Saturday

Personal Occasion

7:30pm - 9:00pm

Dallas, TX

Influences and inspiration

Influences include Arnett Cobb, Marshall Ivory, James Clay and the great Kirk Whalum.

Setup requirements

Electrical outlet or extension cord Within 5 feet from performance area