Performing contemporary smooth jazz as by artists David Sanborn, Candy Dulpher, Kenny G, Dave Koz, Boney James, Richard Elliot, Euge Groove, Grover Washington Jr, Gerald Albright, Warren Hill, and many more.
MC personality to engage the audience during performances.
Also an accomplished vocalist singing classic songs from Rod Stewart to Bruno Mars.
21 reviews
Jeff M.
May 9, 2026I was going to hold off on a review until I got an explanation but since they asked I'll tell... Absolutely no response over several days from the performer... He was a NO call, NO SHOW. And a Gig salad rep did provide basic responses without actually doing anything to help the situation. Thank goodness we had a great time without the music but we've never dealt with anything as strange as this company. I would not recommend relying on them for any event of importance.
Hired as: Saxophone Player
Arnold T.
August 6, 2023I got so many compliments about him it was crazy. The music was so well-played that there were several people that thought the music was being piped in (not live.) I would not hesitate to hire Don again for an event.
Hired as: Saxophone Player
Don Colton
Thank you Arnold. Looking forward to your next event.
Rachel P.
September 30, 2022Very professional and pleasant to work with. Don Colton was punctual, organized, and did a wonderful job playing our requested music from our song list. My husband and I loved that he played live jazz on his sax. Very skilled and talented musician. Would have loved to hear more of his saxophone during our wedding. We will certainly be inviting Don Colton back next year for our first wedding anniversary celebration/family reunion at our home.
Hired as: Saxophone Player, Wedding DJ
Don Colton
It was a pleasure meeting you and your family/ guests. I look forward to hearing from you for the next opportunity to perform for your event.
Gloria J. H.
August 9, 2022Mr.Don Colton where on time for my party. But on that day it's were raining pretty heavy but that did not stop him he text me to let me know that he was on the way.I was greeting with a big smile and a very friendly spirit.I will hire him for my next evnt.Thank so much. Warm regards!
Hired as: Saxophone Player
Price range: $250 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes
Insurance: $2,000,000 - 2 Million agregate.
Don's 30 + years of professionalism is what will earn your respect and appreciation. But when you hear his sound you will fully appreciate his talents. Combine all the above with his personal appeal and you will see why Don Colton has been such a success with thousands of clients, agents, and events. Don has the "it" factor that put people at ease when he performs. His personality and passion to entertain are heard and seen with each note and song.
Don Colton
Saxophones (Alto, Tenor, Soprano, Baritone), Vocals, Keys, Guitar, Entertainer
Don Colton was born in southeastern Iowa. He grew up in a musical family being the fourth generation to perform music professionally. At the age of six he gave his first public performance singing for a small country church accompanied by his three year old sister and mother on the church piano. Growing up, he performed in his church and his parents’ band playing locally. During his high school years he also attended the University of Iowa and University of Northern Illinois music programs.
At 18 he joined the US Army Band and graduated from the Army School of Music. He was lead saxophonist for The First Calvary Army Band at Fort Hood Texas. He performed and was the arranger and producer for the recruiting show band that was featured with Lou Rawls among other national acts while touring.
He has been in the Myrtle Beach area since 1988 where he has been performing and recording with various bands and shows including The Carolina Opry, TKO, a 15 year house band for 2001, Nashville To Broadway Show, The All American Music Theater, performed and recorded two CDs with Heart and Soul, a Carolina beach band that received the 2001 CBMA "Best New Artist" award. He also had his own band Permanent Tourist that has performed locally since 1993. In 1994 he was cast in George Lucas' film Radio Land Murders. It was set in the 1930's where he played as lead saxophonist for the radio stations band. "It was a real acting stretch but I think I captured the part!"
Don now resides in Myrtle Beach, SC performing anywhere live music can be heard.
Don Colton Musical Resume:
Performing History Experience:
1977 - Present: Solo performer saxophones, Lead male vocalist, MC events etc. Various venues, clubs, Private - Corporate Events, Weddings. Recording, writing, arranger for various studios, jingles, artists, shows, and bands.
Jan 2015 -Present Saxophones, Vocals Arranger, Marsha Morgan Band• 2014 - Present
2014 - Present Saxophines Vocals Arranger. JEBB MAC BAND, Recorded "Business As Un-Usual" CD at Plaugh's House Recording Studio. Recorded in Kent Wells studio Nashville TN. 2016. Filmed video for "Sip Of That" in Murrells Inlet (phone number hidden)4 Gary Lowder and Smokin’ Hot Band, Saxophones Horns arranger vocals. Recorded "PLAYING WITH FIRE" CD at Cape Fear Studio.
2011 Recorded arranged saxophones and horns for Josh Brandon Band at Atwater Studios Myrtle Beach SC
2003 – 2010 Carolina Opry, Myrtle Beach, SC. saxophonist vocalist Stage show actor performing variety shows (300+ shows per year)
2009 to present: Saxophones Lead /harmonies Vocalist with PAUL GRIMSHAW BAND, top 40, Pop covers music.
2007 to present: Saxophones Lead /harmonies Vocalist with Who Shot JR.
1998 – 2012: Saxophones Lead /harmonies Vocalist Heart and Soul (winner 2001 “Best New Artist” CBMA Award)
1996 to present: Lead Alto & Tenor books Andrew Thielen Big Band
1996 – 1998: Saxophonist vocalist Stage show actor All American Music Theater performing variety shows (280+ shows per year)
(phone number hidden)4 Actor in George Lucas movie “RADIO LAND MURDERS” cast as saxophonist in recurring scenes.
(phone number hidden)5 Lead vocalist, saxophones, Stage show actor, TKO House band at Club 2001 Myrtle Beach, SC.
1979 – 1985 US ARMY 1st Cavalry Band Ft Hood TX. Lead alto tenor saxophonist vocalist composer arranger.
Recording Studios Experience:
• Morrisound Recording Tampa Fl. (phone number hidden)8 On Call saxophonist.
• Cape Fear Studio Wilmington, NC. 1998 to present. On-call saxophonist vocalist.
• Sea Note Studio Myrtle Beach SC. 2001 to present. On-call saxophonist.
• David Atwater Studio Myrtle Beach SC. 2011 to present. On call saxophonist, arranger, vocalist.
• Atlantic Coast Recording Studio North Myrtle Beach SC. 2012 to present. On call saxophonist, arraigner, vocalist.
• Plaugh's House Recording Studio. Recorded JEBB MAC BAND "BUSINESS AS UN-USUSAL" CD Saxophones, Horn Arraignments. 2015.
Other qualifications and skills:
Proficient in midi recording, computer recording, and analog recording.
Organizing and management duties.
Since 1988 Don Colton has been residing in Myrtle Beach SC performing recording as a sought after saxophonist and vocalist for local and regional artists, bands, and theaters. He was even cast in a 1994 George Lucas movie Radio Land Murders, where he played the part of a radio station musician. Having founded and managed several of his own bands he also is active in his community in business ventures, local charities, and any Sunday in church when the opportunity arises. As an active on demand studio horn arranger and recording saxophonist he also is in demand for his trained lead and harmony vocal talents. With Don's formal training combined with his musical and managerial experience, Don Colton has appealed to a wide spectrum in the entertainment industry and continues to love the challenge of entertaining in a wide variety of roles.
Full production for up to 300 people with stage lighting available. For larger venues contact for pricing if lighting and sound is needed.
Friday
House Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Charleston, SC
Friday
Surprise
8:30pm - 8:45pm
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Myrtle Beach, SC
Sunday
Restaurant/Bar Event
12:00pm - 3:00pm
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Mount Pleasant, SC
Saturday
Prom/After Prom Party
10:30pm - 12:30am (Sun)
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Charleston, SC
Saturday
Dj wedding
1:00pm - 10:00pm
Wednesday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Myrtle Beach, SC
Sunday
Wedding Reception
4:30pm - 6:30pm
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Charleston, SC
Saturday
Birthday Party
4:00pm - 4:45pm
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Rock Hill, SC
Thursday
Fundraiser
4:30pm - 8:30pm
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Myrtle Beach, SC
Wednesday
Holiday Party
10:30am - 11:30am
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Columbia, SC
Sunday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Fayetteville, NC
Sunday
Wedding Reception
12:00pm - 4:00pm
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Topsail Beach, NC
Friday
Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Myrtle Beach, SC
Thursday
Corporate Event
5:00pm - 6:30pm
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North Myrtle Beach, SC
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Dunn, NC
Tuesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:30pm - 1:30pm
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Ridgeway, SC
Saturday
Birthday Party
3:30pm - 3:45pm
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Mount Pleasant, SC
Friday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 10:00pm
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North Myrtle Beach, SC
Sunday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Raleigh, NC
Thursday
Birthday Party
2:00pm - 2:15pm
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Jacksonville, NC
Sunday
Surprise
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Richlands, NC
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 5:30pm
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Wilmington, NC
Saturday
Festival
12:00pm - 2:00pm
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Charleston, SC
Thursday
Festival
6:30pm - 9:30pm
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Branchville, SC
Thursday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Myrtle Beach, SC
Tuesday
Corporate Event
11:00am - 12:00pm
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Isle Of Palms, SC
Friday
Dinner Party
7:00pm - 9:30pm
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Wrightsville Beach, NC
Sunday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 6:30pm
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Jacksonville, NC
Saturday
Personal Occasion
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Myrtle Beach, SC
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
9:00am - 9:15am
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Ocean Isle Beach, NC
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
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Rock Hill, SC
Wednesday
House Party
7:30pm - 10:30pm
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Salvo, NC
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Edisto Island, SC
Wednesday
Holiday Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Myrtle Beach, SC
Sunday
Surprise
2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Myrtle Beach, SC
Monday
Holiday Party (Other)
6:30pm - 9:00pm
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Myrtle Beach, SC
Saturday
Fundraiser
11:00am - 11:15am
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Florence, SC
Saturday
Religious Celebration
4:30pm - 9:00pm
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North Myrtle Beach, SC
Saturday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Sunset Beach, NC
SONGS PERFORMED
Song Title Artist
Ain't Misbehavin Fats Waller
Alleria Rocco Ventrella
Almost Like Being In Love Jazz Standard
Autumn Leaves Brief Jazz Standard
Baby I Love Your Way Big Mountain
Because of You Eric Darius
The Best Of Me Jazz Standard
Big Boss Man Jimmy Reed
Blue Bossa Jazz Standard
Body And Soul Jazz Standard
Breezin George Benson
Brown Eyed Girl Van Morrison
Cameleon Herbie Hancock
Carnival Jazz Standard
Chillaxon Euge Groove
Club At The End Of The Street Elton John
Come Monday Jimmy Buffett
Contact Boney James
Corcovado Jazz Standard
Crazy Willie Nelson
Devil w- a Blue Dress Mitch Ryder Detroit Wheels
Do You Know What It Means Louis Armstrong
Dock Of The Bay Otis Redding
Does Anybody Know What Time It Is Chicago
Domino Van Morrison
Drift Away Dobie Gray
Easy Come Easy Go Paul Hardcastle
Emily Dave Koz
Europa Gato Barbieri
F Blues Blues standard
Fantasy Earth Wind and Fire
Fine Brown Frame Lou Rawls
Fly Me To The Moon Jimmy Sommers
For Sentimental Reasons Jazz Standard
For The Love of You Candy Dulfer
For The rest Of My Life Nelson Rangell
For You Kirk Whalum
Four Jazz Standard
Funky Music White Boy Wild Cherry
Garden Party Jazz Standard
Georgia Jazz Standard
Good Love Young Rascals
Grazin in the Grass Boney James / Rick Braun
Ham Hocks Big Joe & The Dynaflows
Have I Told You Lately Van Morrison
Havin' A Party Sam Cook
Hot Sauce Jessy J
House Of The Rising Sun The Animals
How Sweet It Is James Taylor
I Believe In You Jazz Standard
I Can't Get Started Jazz Standard
I Can't Help Falling In Love With You Elvis Presley
I Saw Her Standing There Beatles
I Thought About You Jazz Standard
Im Waiting For You Jackie M Joyner
In The Mood Glen Miller
It's Alright The Platters
Jambalaya Jazz Standard
Just My Imagination Euge Groove
Key Largo Jimmy Buffett
Killer Joe Jazz Standard
Killing Me softly Walter Beasely
Knock Knock Knockin Jazz Standard
La Dolce Vita Warren Hill
Lisa David Sanborn
Lodi Credence Clearwater Revival
Love Will Follow George Howard
Low Rider Warren Hill
Margaritaville Jimmy Buffett
Meditation Jazz Standard
Midnight Hour Wilson Picket
Miss Jones Jazz Standard
Mohair Sam Jazz Standard
Moonlight In Vermont Jazz Standard
Morning Dance Spyro Gyro
My Devotion Kenny G
On Broadway George Benson
Pacifica Michael Lington
People Make the World Go Round Richard Elliot
Pick Up The Pieces Average White Band
Pick Up The Pieces Candy Dulfer
Push Jackie M Joyner
Push To Start Paul Jackson
Rainy Night In Georgia Tony Joe White
Religiy Euge Groove
Rhythm and Romance Kenny G
Roll With It Steve Winwood
Route 66 Nat King Cole
Ruby Baby Donald Fagen
Same Ole Love Kirk Whalum
Sara Smile Boney James
Sax O Loco Kenny G
Shotgun Jr Walker and All Stars
Silver Lining Dave Koz
Slow Jam Euge Groove
Soul Man Sam & Dave
Soulful Strut Grover Washington Jr
Spin Boney James
Spooky David Sanborn
Stars Fell Brief Jazz Standard
Start All Over Again Delbert McClinton
Stop Look Listen Boney James
Stormy Weather Jazz Standard
Stree Beat Richard Elliot
Sugar Jazz Standard
Summertime Jazz Standard
Sweet Dreams Richard Elliot
Tamara Warren Hill
Tell Me About It Richard Elliot
That's Life Frank Sinatra
Thats The Way love Goes Kirk Whalum
Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye Jazz Standard
Things-Break Jazz Standard
Three Cool Cats Jazz Standard
The Thrill Is Gone Jazz Standard
Tonight We Love Walter Beasley
Try A Little Tenderness Otis Redding
Tupelo Honey Jazz Standard
Unchain My Heart Jazz Standard
Voices Jeff Kashiwa
We Are One Art Porter
We're In This Love Together Al Jarreau
Where Or When Jazz Standard
Wild Nights John Cougar Melencamp
Wine Light Gerald Albright
With This Ring The Platters
Wonderful Tonight Eric Clapton
Yakety Sax Boots Randolph
You Don't Know Me Jazz Standard.
David Sanborn, Candy Dulpher, Dave Koz. Kenny G. Boney James, Richard Elliot, Grover Washington Jr., Stan Getz, Tom Scott, Spyro Gyro, Average White Band, Tower Of Power, Euge Groove, Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind and Fire, Steely Dan.
120 v 20 amp outlet.
Saxophone Player
