Elijah & The Fixins

Cincinnati, OH

$250 and up

Travels up to 30 miles

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Overview

I am a solo jazz saxophonist and band leader playing traditional and modern jazz.


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Booking information

Price range: $250 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 120 minutes

What to expect

The client can expect a blend of smooth and traditional jazz played by either a solo saxophonist or a jazz quartet. I play a wide selection of traditional jazz standards, neo soul, and smooth jazz classics.

About

The music of Elijah “Jair” Woodward exists at the intersection of meticulous world-building and soulful improvisation. A professional saxophonist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist based in Cincinnati, EJ has developed a reputation for blending technical mastery with a forward-thinking approach to production. Operating under the producer alias “Jair,” he serves as the creative engine behind the Hyper Fixation collective, a group dedicated to high-contrast aesthetics and sonic storytelling.

Elijah’s sound is rooted in the rich traditions of jazz and R&B, yet it is consistently shaped by a modern, "Archivist" persona. By combining alto and soprano saxophones with sophisticated digital audio workstations such as Logic Pro 12 and Pro Tools, he creates textures that are both expansive and deeply intentional. His work is characterized by a minimalist approach that prioritizes earth tones, clean geometry, and emotional resonance. Whether performing live or engineering in the studio, Elijah’s goal is to curate an environment where listeners can find an authentic connection within the "ethereal".

Beyond the stage, Jair is an active contributor to the creative infrastructure of his community. His work as a co-bandleader with local band SHADES and sound engineer is complemented by his ventures into event discovery and social networking for the arts, aiming to bridge the gap between musicians and their audiences. Driven by a pursuit of constant creative evolution, Elijah “Jair” Woodward continues to redefine the modern woodwind experience, blending the warmth of vintage jazz with the sharp clarity of 21st-century production.

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