Professor Sax
Overview
For the smooth, saxy sounds of R&B and jazz, call the Professor!
Reviews
11 reviews
Marquita D.
September 10, 2025Professor Sax was outstanding.
Professor Sax showed up and showed out! He gave an awesome performance to a room full of over 300 attendees. He moved throughout the room and the sound quality did not disappoint. Professor Sax is an outstanding Saxophonist and everyone enjoyed his 30 min set -- will definitely hire again.
Hired as: Saxophone Player
Professor Sax
It was a true honor to perform at your event. Everything was done first class, and I'm glad everyone enjoyed the performance.
Arlandis R.
September 27, 2025Mark is an excellent Saxaphonist; his performance was an A+
Excellent music and performance.
Hired as: Saxophone Player
Maggie T.
August 9, 2025Talented and Professional
Mark played two songs at a small last minute memorial service my family held. He was great about communicating with us beforehand and honoring our requests. He played beautifully and everyone was moved. He was a joy to have with us! I’m so grateful.
Hired as: Saxophone Player
Folake A.
October 14, 20245/5 stars
Hired professor sax for my mom’s 60th birthday. He was very pleasant and professional. He was also very patient and flexible with us. The guests really enjoyed his performance.
Hired as: Saxophone Player
Jewell L.
September 1, 2024My Birthday Celebration 🎉
Absolutely Amazing ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Hired as: Saxophone Player
Booking information
Price range: $250 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
Insurance: $5,000 - Prof. Sax covers all his equipment and personal health during events and performances
What to expect
Professor Sax (Mark) brings the ultimate smooth-jazz vibe to every performance. If you're looking for someone to spice up your Cocktail Hour OR a smooth sultry sax sound to add to your event, Professor Sax has you covered. Mainly a solo musician, Professor Sax will bring all necessary equipment for either an intimate or an elaborate setting. (Small ensembles can also be arranged) Either solo or with a small group, what you will get is someone who knows how to "read the room" with his performance, and play exactly what you're looking for and more!
About
Mark Anthony Tatum
Born and raised in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Mark began piano musical studies at the age of 5 and progressed to play the clarinet, drum set, orchestral percussion, and his main instrument, the alto saxophone. His major musical training came from the famed DC Youth Orchestra Program. During high school, Mark was the president of the Concert and Jazz Bands, and was the Drum Major for the Marching Band. After high school, Mark attended West Virginia State University where he earned his Bachelors in Communications. He was also the Drum Major for the marching band and performed in the Concert and Jazz Bands.
After teaching music in DC Public Schools for 5 years Mark migrated to the non-profit arena, and now works in higher education. Mark’s talent led him to perform in Nashville for a nationwide talent program, the famed Blues Alley Nightclub in Washington, DC and the World Famous Apollo Theatre in New York. Mark earned 2 master's degrees and is working through a PhD program. He is now an adjunct professor in Communication Studies. He has 2 sons and a daughter.
Additional booking notes
Please give an idea of the physical space for the planned performance and Professor Sax will accommodate accordingly.
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
January 2026
25
Sunday
Jazz Brunch
11:00am - 2:00pm
February 2026
22
Sunday
Jazz Brunch
11:00am - 1:00pm
March 2026
08
Sunday
Jazz Brunch
11:00am - 2:00pm
21
Saturday
Wedding
6:00pm - 7:30pm
29
Sunday
Jazz Brunch
11:00am - 2:00pm
April 2026
18
Saturday
Wedding
4:00pm - 6:00pm
May 2026
22
Friday
Jazz on the Water
7:00pm - 8:00pm
November 2025
09
Sunday
Jazz Brunch
11:00am - 2:00pm
15
Saturday
Brunch Performance
12:00pm - 4:00pm
16
Sunday
Corporate Event
11:00am - 1:00pm
21
Friday
Restaurant Gig
8:30pm - 10:00pm
22
Saturday
Poetry Art & Noir
7:30pm - 10:00pm
30
Sunday
Jazz Brunch
11:00am - 2:00pm
December 2025
13
Saturday
Brunch Performance
12:00pm - 4:00pm
14
Sunday
Jazz Brunch
11:00am - 2:00pm
21
Sunday
Jazz Brunch
11:00am - 2:00pm
Past booked events
November 2025
08
Saturday
Dinner Party
5:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Glen Burnie, MD
October 2025
19
Sunday
Jazz Brunch
11:00am - 2:00pm
12
Sunday
Jazz Brunch
11:00am - 2:00pm
11
Saturday
Brunch Performance
12:00pm - 4:00pm
04
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
September 2025
27
Saturday
Dinner Party
8:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Manassas, VA
26
Friday
Dinner Party
5:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Washington, DC
17
Wednesday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Baltimore, MD
13
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Bowie, MD
13
Saturday
Brunch performance
12:00pm - 4:00pm
07
Sunday
Fundraiser
2:30pm - 3:00pm
•
Oxon Hill, MD
06
Saturday
Art Show
4:30pm - 6:00pm
August 2025
30
Saturday
Personal Occasion
4:00pm - 4:45pm
•
Reston, VA
16
Saturday
Brunch Performance
12:00pm - 4:00pm
15
Friday
Jazz Boat Tour
6:00pm - 8:00pm
09
Saturday
Wedding Reception
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Rockville, MD
July 2025
19
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 11:15am
•
Washington, DC
June 2025
21
Saturday
Brunch Performance
12:00pm - 4:00pm
08
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Pasadena, MD
May 2025
25
Sunday
Fundraising Gala
6:30pm - 7:30pm
17
Saturday
Surprise
5:00pm - 5:30pm
•
Alexandria, VA
17
Saturday
Brunch Performance
12:00pm - 4:00pm
03
Saturday
Fundraising Gala
7:00pm - 8:00pm
April 2025
26
Saturday
Retirement Celebration
8:00pm - 9:30pm
25
Friday
Surprise Engagement
6:00pm - 8:00pm
19
Saturday
Brunch Performance
12:00pm - 4:00pm
March 2025
29
Saturday
Jack & Jill Event
7:00pm - 7:30pm
22
Saturday
Bday Party
3:00pm - 3:30pm
08
Saturday
Season Opener
12:00pm - 6:00pm
December 2024
21
Saturday
House Holiday Event
6:30pm - 9:30pm
November 2024
23
Saturday
Brunch Performance
12:00pm - 4:00pm
08
Friday
Cocktail Party
8:00pm - 10:00pm
October 2024
13
Sunday
House Party
1:00pm - 4:00pm
12
Saturday
Birthday Party
9:00pm - 11:00pm
•
Bowie, MD
05
Saturday
Wedding Reception
4:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Cambridge, MD
September 2024
21
Saturday
Wedding
6:00pm - 10:30pm
August 2024
31
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Upper Marlboro, MD
16
Friday
Wedding Event
4:00pm - 5:00pm
11
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 5:30pm
•
Ellicott City, MD
10
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 9:00pm
July 2024
27
Saturday
B-day party event
5:00pm - 6:00pm
20
Saturday
Corporate Event
7:30pm - 9:30pm
•
Baltimore, MD
13
Saturday
Vineyard Performance
12:00pm - 4:00pm
07
Sunday
Sunday Brunch, LLC
11:00am - 3:00pm
June 2024
17
Monday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Elkridge, MD
08
Saturday
Cruise Ship Performance
6:00pm - 10:00pm
07
Friday
Banquet
5:30pm - 9:00pm
May 2024
31
Friday
Cocktail Party
6:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Washington, DC
26
Sunday
Church Service
9:00am - 12:30pm
19
Sunday
Ladies Luncheon
2:00pm - 3:00pm
18
Saturday
Church Event
5:00pm - 6:00pm
12
Sunday
Brunch Performance
11:00am - 1:00pm
11
Saturday
Wedding Reception Performance
4:00pm - 11:00pm
04
Saturday
Church performance
8:00am - 7:00pm
03
Friday
Retirement Community
4:00pm - 5:00pm
April 2024
28
Sunday
Church Performance
9:00am - 1:30pm
March 2024
29
Friday
Orchestra Gig
7:00pm - 9:30pm
25
Monday
Studio Session
All-day event
23
Saturday
Volunteer Luncheon
10:00am - 3:00pm
17
Sunday
Open Mic
6:00pm - 10:00pm
January 2024
14
Sunday
Church performance
11:00am - 12:30pm
13
Saturday
Wedding Performance
3:30pm - 7:00pm
November 2023
19
Sunday
Church Performance
3:30pm - 5:30pm
11
Saturday
Gala Performance
5:00pm - 6:00pm
September 2023
09
Saturday
Performance in Chicago
All-day event (Sun)
02
Saturday
House Party
7:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Upper Marlboro, MD
August 2023
26
Saturday
Cookout Performance
All-day event
13
Sunday
Church Performance
9:00am - 12:00pm
11
Friday
Private Gig
9:00pm - 11:30pm
Set list
H.E.R. - Damage
Bruno Mars - Leave The Door Open
Living For the Love of You- Isley Brothers
Best Part - Daniel Caesar ft. H.E.R.
Ain't Nobody-Chaka Khan
Michael Jackson - Human Nature
Send One Your Love-Stevie Wonder
Isn't She Lovely - Stevie Wonder
Is This Love-Bob Marley
So Beautiful-Musiq Soulchild
Say Yes-Floetry
Rock With You-MJ
Lost Without You-Robin Thicke
Killing Me Softly- Fugees/Lauryn Hill
Brown Sugar-D'Angelo
Caught up in the Rapture-Anita Baker
Let Stay Together-Al Green
Overjoyed-Stevie Wonder
Sweet Thing
Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough MJ
Giving You the Best That I Got-Anita Baker
What A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong (
Somewhere Over The Rainbow
Feel Like Makin' Love-J Dilla version
Rain-SWV
Purple Rain
Through The Fire-Chaka Khan
Focus- H.E.R.
Lovely Day
All This Love Debarge
Could've Been H.E.R. ft. Bryson Tiller
I Can't Help It -MJ
Can We Talk-Tevin Campbell
(Sittin' On) the Dock of the Bay
Butterflies-MJ
Closer-Goapele
Influences and inspiration
Groover Washington Jr., Gerald Albright, Stevie Wonder, Robert Glasper, Prince, Maxwell
Setup requirements
I bring all associated sound equipment. Please provide a power source.