Dave LaGrande - Saxophone / Piano

Music That Fits Your Event
From wedding ceremonies and cocktail hours to private celebrations and corporate gatherings, Dave tailors the music, energy, and presentation to your occasion. Expect familiar melodies spanning pop, rock, jazz, and timeless favorites.

Saxophone and Piano Options
Choose live saxophone, piano, or alternating sets featuring both instruments. Saxophone performances with professional backing tracks provide a full musical sound with a compact setup. Wireless saxophone allows Dave to move among your guests when the setting calls for a more interactive experience.

**Venue Piano
If your venue provides a suitable, well-maintained and tuned piano, a discount may be available for piano-only performances. Please share the piano’s details and event requirements when requesting a quote.

The Right Energy and Volume
Enjoy relaxed music that supports conversation or more upbeat sets that draw guests into the performance. Volume and pacing are adjusted to suit your space and the flow of your event.

Professional Sound and Presentation
Dave provides professional sound equipment, a neat setup, and attire appropriate to your occasion. Equipment needs and event logistics are discussed before your booking.

Clear Communication
You’ll work directly with Dave to coordinate musical preferences, important moments, arrival, and setup. Special song requests can be discussed in advance and are subject to availability and preparation time.

Dave LaGrande is a professional saxophonist, pianist, and multi-instrumentalist based in Venice, Florida, offering live music for weddings, private celebrations, corporate events, restaurants, and resorts throughout Southwest Florida.

With more than two decades of professional experience, Dave blends jazz standards, contemporary favorites, and recognizable pop and rock classics. His performances range from romantic ceremony music and relaxed cocktail-hour ambiance to upbeat, interactive saxophone sets.

Dave spent over a decade based in Nashville, building a career as a touring and studio musician. From 2012–2023, he performed as a keyboardist and saxophonist with the platinum-selling band Sister Hazel. His career includes national television appearances on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and the Today Show, along with performances at the Grand Ole Opry.

His performance and recording experience also includes work with John Berry, Jelly Roll, Heidi Newfield, Tiffany, Edwin McCain, and Darius Rucker. Beyond the stage, Dave is a composer, arranger, and producer whose work spans film, television, educational projects, and digital media.

Today, Dave brings that experience to events closer to home, tailoring the repertoire, volume, and energy to each occasion. Wireless saxophone allows for interaction among guests, while piano provides a versatile option for ceremonies, dinners, and intimate gatherings.

Available performance options include:

• Solo saxophone with professional backing tracks
• Solo piano, with backing tracks available where appropriate
• Alternating saxophone and piano sets throughout your event

Dave provides professional sound equipment, a compact setup, and attire appropriate to your occasion. Clients work directly with him to coordinate musical preferences, special moments, and venue logistics. Special song requests can be discussed in advance.

Dave carries $2 million in liability insurance. Certificates of insurance with venue-specific information can be provided upon request, with additional insured arrangements subject to policy terms and venue requirements.

Based in Venice, Dave serves Sarasota, Englewood, North Port, Punta Gorda, Fort Myers, and surrounding Southwest Florida communities. Select travel engagements elsewhere in Florida are also available.

Share your event date, location, and musical vision for a personalized quote.

• Approximately 8’ x 8’ of level, stable performance space
• Standard grounded electrical outlet within 25–50 feet
• Convenient access for loading, unloading, and parking
• For outdoor events, a dry, covered or adequately shaded performance area, with protection from rain and direct sun
• A suitable indoor or covered backup location in case of inclement weather

**Venue Piano
If your venue provides a suitable, well-maintained and tuned piano, a discount may be available for piano-only performances. Please share the piano’s details and event requirements when requesting a quote.

Insurance & Coordination
• Dave carries $2 million in liability insurance
• Certificates of insurance with venue-specific details are available upon request
• Additional insured requests can be arranged subject to policy terms
• Please provide venue insurance requirements in advance
• Timing, setup, and logistics can be coordinated directly with your planner or venue