Being called a great singer on the saxophone, Grady approaches playing the sax to sound like a singer. Grady views himself as a saxophonist who plays many varying styles. He is frequently told “I never liked jazz until I heard you” as his music captures the hearts and ears of everyone that listens.
He has performed with Kenny Loggins, Peter Cetera, The Beach Boys, Jeff Lorber, Leigh Nash of Sixpence None The Richer. Opened for Huey Lewis and the News, Ray Charles, Luciano Pavarotti, Al Green
Grady is also an award winning Billboard charting artist currently heard on XM Watercolors
3 reviews
Remington A.
October 27, 2025I had such a lovely time working with Grady, from the planning side of things he is very involved and prepared! Day of he performed GREAT! It was a hit for sure!
Hired as: Pop Music, Saxophone Player
Adriana A.
May 18, 2025Grady Nichols is a very talented saxophone player who made our daughter’s graduation event extra special. He played for three hours straight, customized the music to our taste, and was incredibly friendly and easy to work with. I highly recommend him for any private event. You won’t be disappointed!
Hired as: Saxophone Player
Grady Nichols
Thank you so much, Adriana! You guys were a fun group & I had a great time playing for everyone. Thank you again for having me!
Marie S.
April 21, 2025Grady played for a private event recently. The entire experience was smooth, he arrived in plenty of time to set up, very professional, and the quality of music was top notch. I will be hiring him again.
Hired as: Saxophone Player
Grady Nichols
Thank you so much!
Price range: $1000-$2500
Saxophonist Grady Nichols is at it again with his ninth and new double-length project, Grady Nichols & Friends - Live. Long-time collaborator Jeff Lorber guests with legendary musicians and vocalists Bill Champlin, Andy Chrisman, Rachael Lampa, and Chris Rodriguez. Grady has performed with Peter Cetera, the Beach Boys, Leigh Nash of Sixpence None the Richer, and Kenny Loggins. This newest project is one of the best-sounding LIVE records out there and features Grady’s band and guests on extended jams. Being called a great singer on the saxophone, Grady approaches playing the sax to sound like a singer. Maybe this explains why Grady has opened for music royalty like Luciano Pavarotti, Ray Charles, Huey Lewis and the News, George Benson, Al Green, the Righteous Brothers, the Temptations, and so many more. It doesn’t hurt to mention that Grady’s most famous song, “London Baby'', which has a new rendition on the LIVE record, was on the Billboard Jazz Charts for six months! Grady’s follow-up Christmas record featuring legend Michael Omartian and orchestral genius David Hamilton reached number two on the (link hidden) holiday charts. Grady views himself as a saxophonist who plays many varying styles. He is frequently told “I never liked jazz until I heard you” as his music captures the hearts and ears of everyone that listens. Now put on your headphones or crank the dial on your stereo, and get ready to make some noise with the great saxophonist himself, Grady Nichols!
Saturday
Graduation
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Wichita, KS
Saxophone Player
