Sal Avila - Saxophonist

Oxnard, CA

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Travels up to 120 miles

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Wishing On A Star - Rolls Royce

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Let’s Stay Together - Smooth Latin Version

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Europa

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Overview

I'm a saxophonist who has been playing for over 30 years but has just started using social media for music promotion. My services consist of background music for most events. I fill the atmosphere with traditional and smooth jazz music while your guests mingle and enjoy their time at your event. I only choose backing tracks which compliment the saxophone. I believe in quality of music, not quantity of tracks. I focus on a beautiful tone and an emotional experience with my playing that I have developed over the years of playing professionally. I hope you consider me for your event. I’m highly professional, talented, and eager to entertain your valued guests.


Reviews

3 reviews

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Carol A.

April 5, 2025
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Wedding anniversary

Completely satisfied my husband and I love it
We also got a lot of compliments on the music
We definitely recommend Sal
Thanks 🙏

Hired as: Saxophone Player

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Sal Avila - Saxophonist

Thank you , Carol . It was a pleasure performing for you and your Husband. Thank you for making me feel welcomed. -Sal


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Veronica P.

November 21, 2023
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It was okay

Very nice guy

Hired as: Saxophone Player


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Nitzia P.

July 5, 2022
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Wedding Cocktail Hour

Sal was great!! All my guest were fascinated with the performance he gave. My wedding planner said he was very professional when he arrived.

Hired as: Saxophone Player

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Sal Avila - Saxophonist

It was a great experience for me to be a part of your wedding and playing for your guests. The venue was incredible!

Thanks again and congratulations!

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: English, Spanish

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

What to expect

I provide traditional and smooth jazz music for your event. I'll be mostly in the background adding beautiful saxophone music to the ambience while your guests mingle and enjoy themselves. I am constantly checking my volumes to keep the music at a comfortable level.

About

I've been playing saxophone for over 30 years. I've played with many different groups and artists and have decided on a solo project where I bring my own backing tracks and play for small to medium sized events. I currently have no reviews because I have just started working on my promo kit, but I am looking forward to playing for your event soon!

Additional booking notes

I will need an electrical outlet to power my mini sound system and would preferebly like to be in a shaded area if playing outdoors.

Past booked events

July 2025

12

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Ojai, CA

March 2025

22

Saturday

Wedding Reception

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Oxnard, CA

May 2024

11

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 8:30pm

Piru, CA

November 2023

11

Saturday

Birthday Party

8:30pm - 10:00pm

Mission Hills, CA

September 2023

16

Saturday

House Party

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Granada Hills, CA

July 2022

02

Saturday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Moorpark, CA

May 2022

21

Saturday

Birthday Party

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Santa Barbara, CA

Set list

The Girl From Ipanema
Blue Bossa
Some Day My Prince Will Come
Europa - Gato Barbieri
Caught In the Rapture - Anita Baker
My One and Only Love
You Belong to Me - Smooth Jazz
Love Song - The Cure - Smooth Jazz
Lament - Traditional Jazz
My One and Only Love - Traditional Jazz
Can't Make You Love Me - Bonnie Raite - Acoustic Version
Can We Talk - Tevin Campbell - Acoustic Version
Ain't No Sunshine
And I Love Her - Beetles
Come Fly With Me
Englishman In New York
Georgia On My Mind
Holding Back The Years
In A Sentimental Mood
Killing Me Softly
Make Me A Memory
My Funny Valentine
My One and Only Love
Over the Rainbow
No Ordinary Love
Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
Stolen Moments
Sugar
Summer Wind
Tears In Heaven
The Look of Love
The Nearness of You
(Will Complete Set List Soon)
(Christmas Set Available)

New songs are being added monthly. I only select music complimentary of the saxophone which takes time to find. I only focus on top quality backing tracks.

Influences and inspiration

Dexter Gordon
David Sanborn
Kirk Whalum
Andy Snitzer

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