Fred Cavese

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Rockledge, FL

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A Taste of Sinatra

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Cocktail Hour Music

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Mack the Knife

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Overview

The sound of a jazz ensemble for the price of a solo musician!

I don't play the saxophone -- I play MUSIC on the saxophone... Classic jazz standards, swing, ballads, R & B, blues, latin, and pop/contemporary melodies on tenor/soprano saxophone with some vocal arrangements -- mixed with professional backing tracks -- to provide first-class entertainment... Smooth sounds for your next event!

Tell me about your event and ask for a quote today!


Reviews

44 reviews

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Rachael H.

January 29, 2026
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Stellar performance by Fred

I recently had the pleasure of having Fred back at my Brokers Open House as he always adds a classy touch to my event. Fred is truly an amazing performer!!

Hired as: Saxophone Player

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Fred Cavese

Always a joy to perform for your events, Rachael. Glad to know my music is on target. Looking forward to future opportunities. Thank you for your confidence in me, and best wishes... Fred


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Diana M.

December 16, 2025
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Highly Recommend

Fred was a true delight entertaining us at our annual Christmas dinner. I received numerous praises in selecting Fred for this years entertainment. His talent and personality shined throughout the evening making everyone joyful and in the Christmas spirit.

Hired as: Saxophone Player

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Fred Cavese

Thank you so much for the kind words, Diana. I enjoyed performing for your guests and am glad that my music hit the target. Best wishes… Fred Cavese


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Gabby R.

December 8, 2025
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Fantastic Holiday Party Experience - 2nd Year in a Row!

Round two with Fred at our annual office Christmas party (of 22 people) and somehow he was even better this year! The sax performance was smooth, festive and have everyone smiling (and some dancing).

He's a total pro, great energy and the perfect holiday vibe. He scoped out the restaurant weeks beforehand and even asked if we had any requests prior to our event. His attention to detail was super refreshing!

If you're thinking about booking him-JUST DO IT!

Hired as: Saxophone Player

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Fred Cavese

The pleasure was all mine, Gabby. Another classy event. Enjoyed performing for you and your team again this year, and I welcome future opportunities to entertain. Best wishes…. Fred


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Linda H.

November 21, 2025
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Great evening

Everyone enjoyed him immensely.

Hired as: Saxophone Player

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Fred Cavese

And I enjoyed interacting with your residents and family members as well, Linda! Had a great time and I welcome the opportunity for future performances at your establishment. Best wishes... Fred


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Thomas M.

November 8, 2025
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Awesome Entertainer

Fred plays a great blend of songs for any occasion. He entertained our members for a supper club dinner dance. The members loved him. I can truly recommend him for your event!

Hired as: One Man Band, Saxophone Player

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Fred Cavese

My pleasure, Thomas. Thank you for the kind words. Really enjoyed performing for your club members, and I welcome future opportunities at your establishment. Best wishes... Fred

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

Insurance: $1,000,000 - Personal injury and property damage liability

What to expect

From Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller and Frank Sinatra -- to The Beatles, The Temptations, and Billy Joel -- My saxophone and vocal performances ​(with high quality backing tracks) blend the Great American Song Book with 60s/70s/80s classics. I'm talking about swing, light jazz, bossa nova, R & B, and soft rock/pop tunes... the songs that inspire toe-tapping and bring back memories.

If you're looking for hard rock, tropical rock, funk, reggae, hip hop, fusion, or similar genres, keep looking... I'm not your performer. But if you want classic melodies that have never gone out of style, you'll probably like my tenor/soprano sax and vocal repertoire (look for "Setlist" on this GigSalad page).

When the gig calls for merely easy listening, tasteful background music... no problem. My music always accents -- and doesn't dominate -- the event. But I can also "kick it up a notch" with more energetic tunes if you want to inspire some dancing.

Flexible booking terms, on-time arrival and setup, professional dress/appearance, easy-going demeanor, comfortable interaction with audience, and top-notch musical performance of classic jazz standards and pop tunes are my hallmarks.

About

A native of Buffalo, NY, I played clarinet and tenor saxophone through high school. Music then took a back seat during college, law school, and my 20-year career as a USAF officer and attorney. After retiring from the USAF in 2008, I refreshed my jazz chops by performing with several big bands in the St Louis, Missouri metropolitan area, then developed a solo saxophonist repertoire. After relocating to Florida in 2016, I’ve been performing regularly as a soloist for public and private events since then — now averaging 100 gigs per year — and I perform each week in my church's music liturgy as well.

Additional booking notes

Venue requirements: (1) Easy access to 110v electrical outlet, (2) Flat, level surface area (approx 5 x 6ft) away from foot traffic or other disturbances, and (3) If gig is outdoors, protection from sun/wind/rain/cold.

Upcoming booked events

February 2027

12

Friday

Cocktail Party

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Melbourne, FL

June 2026

27

Saturday

Cocktail Party

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Melbourne, FL

Past booked events

May 2026

22

Friday

Birthday Party

7:30pm - 8:15pm

Indialantic, FL

22

Friday

Corporate Event

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Melbourne, FL

22

Friday

Festival

1:30pm - 2:30pm

Melbourne, FL

21

Thursday

Grand Opening

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Rockledge, FL

14

Thursday

Corporate Event

3:30pm - 6:30pm

Merritt Island, FL

April 2026

15

Wednesday

Personal Occasion

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Melbourne, FL

14

Tuesday

Birthday Party

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Melbourne, FL

March 2026

31

Tuesday

Dinner Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Rockledge, FL

February 2026

24

Tuesday

Grand Opening

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Vero Beach, FL

19

Thursday

Dinner Party

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sebastian, FL

12

Thursday

Christmas Party

2:30pm - 3:30pm

Melbourne, FL

January 2026

28

Wednesday

Corporate Event

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Melbourne, FL

December 2025

31

Wednesday

New Year's Party

4:30pm - 6:00pm

Melbourne, FL

14

Sunday

Christmas Party

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Cocoa, FL

13

Saturday

Christmas Party

7:00pm - 9:30pm

Rockledge, FL

06

Saturday

Christmas Party

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Melbourne, FL

November 2025

27

Thursday

Holiday Party

12:00pm - 1:30pm

Melbourne, FL

25

Tuesday

Dinner Party

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Melbourne, FL

20

Thursday

Dinner Party

4:30pm - 6:30pm

Rockledge, FL

October 2025

25

Saturday

Dinner Party

5:30pm - 8:30pm

Melbourne, FL

15

Wednesday

Birthday Party

11:30pm - 1:00am (Thu)

Melbourne, FL

September 2025

30

Tuesday

Grand Opening

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Rockledge, FL

10

Wednesday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Melbourne, FL

June 2025

10

Tuesday

Retirement Community Event

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Melbourne, FL

May 2025

24

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Melbourne Beach, FL

April 2025

30

Wednesday

Corporate Event

11:00am - 1:00pm

Melbourne, FL

16

Wednesday

Corporate Event

11:00am - 1:00pm

Melbourne, FL

11

Friday

Holiday Party

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Merritt Island, FL

March 2025

26

Wednesday

Corporate Event

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Melbourne, FL

February 2025

19

Wednesday

Retirement Community Event

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Melbourne, FL

18

Tuesday

Birthday Party

11:30am - 1:00pm

Melbourne, FL

13

Thursday

Retirement Community Event

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Merritt Island, FL

05

Wednesday

Corporate Event

11:00am - 1:00pm

Melbourne, FL

January 2025

29

Wednesday

Birthday Party

11:30am - 1:00pm

Melbourne, FL

05

Sunday

Wedding Reception

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Melbourne, FL

December 2024

30

Monday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Titusville, FL

25

Wednesday

Christmas Party

11:30am - 1:00pm

Melbourne, FL

20

Friday

Dinner Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Melbourne, FL

14

Saturday

Christmas Party

5:30pm - 9:00pm

Malabar, FL

12

Thursday

Christmas Party

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Melbourne, FL

08

Sunday

Christmas Party

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Cocoa Beach, FL

November 2024

23

Saturday

Christmas Party

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Melbourne, FL

October 2024

30

Wednesday

Birthday Party

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Melbourne, FL

23

Wednesday

Dinner Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Palm Bay, FL

September 2024

27

Friday

Corporate Event

10:00am - 12:00pm

Melbourne, FL

08

Sunday

Corporate Event

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Cocoa Beach, FL

07

Saturday

Birthday Party

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Cocoa, FL

August 2024

22

Thursday

Personal Occasion

3:00pm - 6:00pm

Merritt Island, FL

July 2024

13

Saturday

Birthday Party

5:00pm - 7:30pm

Melbourne, FL

June 2024

16

Sunday

Corporate Event

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Melbourne, FL

07

Friday

Corporate Event

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Melbourne, FL

May 2024

22

Wednesday

Birthday Party

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Melbourne, FL

11

Saturday

Anniversary Party

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Cape Canaveral, FL

April 2024

28

Sunday

Corporate Event

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Melbourne, FL

06

Saturday

Birthday Party

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Melbourne, FL

05

Friday

Nonprofit Event

5:00pm - 7:30pm

Titusville, FL

March 2024

30

Saturday

Corporate Event

11:30am - 1:30pm

Melbourne, FL

13

Wednesday

House Party

11:00am - 2:00pm

Rockledge, FL

February 2024

25

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Cocoa Beach, FL

03

Saturday

Birthday Party

5:30pm - 8:30pm

Melbourne, FL

January 2024

13

Saturday

Dinner Party

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Melbourne, FL

December 2023

19

Tuesday

Christmas Party

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Melbourne, FL

16

Saturday

Christmas Party

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Melbourne, FL

10

Sunday

Grand Opening

2:30pm - 4:30pm

Cocoa Beach, FL

02

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

6:30pm - 7:00pm

St Cloud, FL

April 2023

28

Friday

Nonprofit Event

12:30pm - 1:30pm

Melbourne, FL

January 2023

20

Friday

Cocktail Party

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Melbourne, FL

November 2022

17

Thursday

Rehearsal Dinner

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Rockledge, FL

May 2022

04

Wednesday

Cocktail Party

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Melbourne, FL

01

Sunday

Birthday Party

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Melbourne, FL

April 2022

13

Wednesday

Cocktail Party

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Melbourne, FL

March 2022

09

Wednesday

Cocktail Party

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Melbourne, FL

February 2022

13

Sunday

Fundraiser

2:00pm - 5:00pm

Cocoa, FL

09

Wednesday

Cocktail Party

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Melbourne, FL

January 2022

06

Thursday

Birthday Party

7:30pm - 7:45pm

Melbourne, FL

December 2021

08

Wednesday

Cocktail Party

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Melbourne, FL

November 2021

10

Wednesday

Cocktail Party

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Melbourne, FL

October 2021

13

Wednesday

Cocktail Party

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Melbourne, FL

September 2021

02

Thursday

Cocktail Party

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Melbourne, FL

July 2021

08

Thursday

Cocktail Party

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Melbourne, FL

April 2021

17

Saturday

Launch Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Sebastian, FL

February 2020

28

Friday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Merritt Island, FL

November 2019

09

Saturday

Corporate Event

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Cocoa, FL

May 2018

26

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 8:30pm

Palm Bay, FL

April 2018

24

Tuesday

Victoria Landing

6:00pm - 8:00pm

February 2018

16

Friday

Melbourne Regional Chapter

5:00pm - 7:00pm

10

Saturday

Historic Cocoa Village Sip-n-Stroll

4:30pm - 7:30pm

January 2018

23

Tuesday

Fountains of Melbourne

4:00pm - 5:30pm

19

Friday

Victoria Landing

1:30pm - 3:00pm

December 2017

16

Saturday

Candlelight Shopping - Downtown Melbourne

6:00pm - 8:00pm

09

Saturday

Candlelight Shopping - Downtown Melbourne

6:00pm - 8:00pm

04

Monday

Personal Occasion

4:00pm - 6:30pm

Melbourne, FL

02

Saturday

Candlelight Shopping - Downtown Melbourne

6:00pm - 8:00pm

01

Friday

Morales-Colon Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 5:00pm

November 2017

25

Saturday

Historic Cocoa Village Sip-n-Stroll

5:30pm - 8:30pm

18

Saturday

Melbourne Food/Wine Festival

5:00pm - 8:30pm

17

Friday

Festival of Trees - Junior League of Brevard

7:30pm - 9:30pm

08

Wednesday

AriasBosinger-Heritage Title Open House

5:30pm - 7:30pm

August 2017

24

Thursday

Food/Wine Festival Promo at Melbourne BMW

5:30pm - 7:30pm

December 2016

14

Wednesday

Tree Lighting - Wuesthoff Med Ctr

5:00pm - 7:00pm

14

Wednesday

Palm Cottage Asst'd Living Ctr

2:00pm - 3:00pm

10

Saturday

Candlelight Shopping (Melbourne Main Street)

5:00pm - 9:00pm

November 2016

30

Wednesday

Palm Cottage Asst'd Living Ctr

2:00pm - 3:00pm

18

Friday

Festival of Trees - Junior League of Melbourne

5:00pm - 9:00pm

July 2016

20

Wednesday

Christmas in July - Wuesthoff Medical Ctr

11:00am - 1:00pm

May 2016

27

Friday

St Clare Catholic Church Dinner (O'Fallon, IL)

7:00pm - 8:00pm

06

Friday

Cedar Trails Apartment Community (Freeburg, IL)

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Set list

A String of Pearls | Glenn Miller Orchestra
A Sunday Kind of Love | Various
Ain't No Sunshine | Bill Withers
All My Loving | The Beatles
All of Me | Various
Alright, OK, You Win! | Various
As Time Goes By | Herman Hupfeld
At Last | Etta James
At This Moment | Billy Vera and the Beaters
Autumn Leaves | Joseph Kosma
Baker Street | Gerry Rafferty
Basin Street Blues | Spencer Williams
Begin the Beguine | Cole Porter
Besame Mucho | Various
Beyond the Sea | Bobby Darin
Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home?| Hughie Cannon
Black Orpheus | Various
Block Party | Michael Lington
Blue Bossa | Kenny Dorham
Bourbon Street Parade | Paul Barbarin
Bye Bye Blackbird | Various
Can't Buy Me Love | The Beatles
Can't Help Falling in Love | Elvis Presley
Can't Take My Eyes Off You | Frankie Valli
Cantaloupe Island | Herbie Hancock
Careless Whisper | George Michael
Catching the Sun | Spyro Gyro
Come Fly With Me | Frank Sinatra
Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars) | Antonio Carlos Jobim
Crazy Little Thing Called Love | Queen
Danny Boy | Various
The Days of Wine and Roses | Henry Mancini
Desafinado | Antonio Carlos Jobim
Desperado | The Eagles
Don't Be Cruel | Elvis Presley
Don't Get Around Much Anymore | Duke Ellington
Europa | Carlos Santana
Everybody's Talkin' | Harry Nilsson
Feels So Good | Chuck Mangione
Fields of Gold | Sting
Fly Me to the Moon | Frank Sinatra
The Fool on the Hill | The Beatles
For Once in My Life | Ron Miller
For Your Eyes Only | Bill Conti
G Bop | Kenny G
Georgia on My Mind | Hoagy Carmichael
Get Ready | The Temptations
The Girl from Ipanema | Antonio Carlos Jobim
Harlem Nocturne | Earle Hagen
Havana | Kenny G
Hello Dolly | Jerry Herman
Hey Jude | The Beatles
Hit the Road, Jack | Ray Charles
I'm in the Mood for Love | Various
I've Got You Under My Skin | Frank Sinatra
In the Mood | Glenn Miller Orchestra
Is You Is or Is You Ain't (My Baby) | Various
Isn't She Lovely | Stevie Wonder
It Don't Mean a Thing (If it Ain't Got that Swing) | Duke Ellington
It Had to Be You | Various
Jump, Jive & Wail | Louis Prima
Just My Imagination | The Temptations
Just the Two of Us | Bill Withers & Grover Washington, Jr
Just the Way You Are | Billy Joel
King of the Road | Roger Miller
L-O-V-E | Nat King Cole
Leaving on a Jet Plane | John Denver
Let's Twist Again | Chubby Checker
The Look of Love | Burt Bacharach
Love Me Tender | Elvis Presley
Luck Be a Lady | Frank Sinatra
Mack the Knife | Bobby Darin
Margaritaville | Jimmy Buffett
Mercy, Mercy, Mercy | Cannonball Adderley
Mister Magic | Grover Washington, Jr
Misty | Johnny Mathis
Moon River | Henry Mancini
Moondance | Van Morrison
Moonlight Serenade | Glenn Miller Orchestra
Morning Dance | Spyro Gyra
My Favorite Things | Various
My Girl | The Temptations
My Heart Will Go On (Titanic Theme) | Kenny G
My Way | Frank Sinatra
New York State of Mind | Billy Joel
Night Train | Jimmy Forrest
Nobody Does it Better | Carly Simon
Old Time Rock & Roll | Bob Seger
Over the Rainbow | Various
Pink Panther Theme | Henry Mancini
Rhythm & Romance | Kenny G
Route 66 | Various
Satin Doll | Duke Ellington
Sax-o-Loco | Kenny G
Secret Agent Man | Johnny Rivers
Sentimental Journey | Les Brown
Shaker Song | Spyro Gyra
Smooth Operator | Sade Adu
Softly, as in a Morning Sunrise | Romberg & Hammerstein
Songbird | Kenny G
Spanish Eyes | Al Martino
Splish Splash | Bobby Darin
Spooky | Classics IV
Stardust | Hoagy Carmichael
Stranger on the Shore | Acker Bilk
Summer Samba (So Nice) | Marcos Valle
Summertime | George Gershwin
Sweet Georgia Brown | Various
Sweet Home Chicago | Robert Johnson
Take it Easy | The Eagles
Take the "A" Train | Duke Ellington
Tea for Two | Various
Tenderly | Various
Tequila Moon | Jessy J
Thanks for the Memory | Bob Hope
That Old Black Magic | Frank Sinatra
Tropical Rain | Jessy J
Tuxedo Junction | Glenn Miller Orchestra
Twistin' the Night Away | Sam Cooke
Unforgettable | Nat King Cole
Watermelon Man | Herbie Hancock
Wave | Antonio Carlos Jobim
The Way You Look Tonight | Frank Sinatra
We're in This Love Together | Al Jarreau
What a Wonderful World | Louis Armstrong
When the Saints Go Marching In | Various
Witchcraft | Frank Sinatra
Yakety Sax | Boots Randolph
Yesterday | The Beatles

HOLIDAY MELODIES
A Holly Jolly Christmas
All I Want for Christmas is You
Angels We Have Heard on High
Auld Lang Syne
Baby, It's Cold Outside
Deck the Hall
Do You Hear What I Hear?
Frosty the Snowman
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Good King Wenceslas
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
I'll Be Home for Christmas
It Came Upon a Midnight Clear
Jingle Bell Rock
Jingle Bells
Joy to the World
Let It Snow
Little Drummer Boy
My Favorite Things
O Christmas Tree
O Come, All Ye Faithful
O Little Town of Bethlehem
Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Santa Baby
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Silent Night
Silver Bells
The Christmas Song
The First Noel
We Three Kings
What Child is This?
White Christmas
Winter Wonderland

Influences and inspiration

Classic jazz (Great American Songbook tunes), swing, bossa nova, and 60s/70s/80s soft rock and pop tunes are my favorite types of music to perform.

Setup requirements

Access to 110v electrical outlet

Flat, level surface away from foot traffic and adverse weather

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