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TexSax

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4.93 
(19 reviews)
  • Commack, NY
  • Saxophone Player
  • Travels up to 200 miles
  • $200-$500
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2022 Wedding, NYC

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Touring the UK in July of 2022

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Vineyards Alto Sax

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2020 August Backyard party

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Gospel
TexSax
  • 1. Gospel
  • 2. Blues Jam
  • 3. Wedding
  • 4. Soul
  • 5. Wander - Flute 2019-02-10
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Happy Halloween!

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Vineyard Dude

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We Have Fun

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Tex New yok City

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Bachelorette Party

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2012 Osprey's Dominion

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Overview

All saxophones, flute and clarinet - performance and lessons. Montauk to Manhattan. All styles - jazz, classical, modern, blues, big band, rock and roll, reggae, patriotic, gospel, pit orchestra...


19 Reviews

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Roy L. • December 9, 2023

Excellent, courteous and professional

Excellent. courteous and professional

Hired as:
Saxophone Player
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Henna W. • September 17, 2023

Wedding

Kevin went above and beyond and did more than we asked for! He was the perfect addition to the wedding and just had a positive vibe about him. So grateful to have booked you, can’t wait to do future events! Thank you for being so prepared

Hired as:
Saxophone Player
TexSax

Response from TexSax:

I loved your celebration. The children were so much fun as I was warming up in the smaller room. Food was fabulous! Thanks for the honor.

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Samaira K. • June 22, 2022

Great musician

We had a great time! He was punctual and played amazing songs at our engagement cocktail hour and I highly recommend!!!

Hired as:
Saxophone Player
TexSax

Response from TexSax:

I had a great time performing for y'all! Love & Peace

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Michael D. • January 11, 2022

Amazing, great guy, highly recommend him

I found Tex on this site and we spoke several times before the event. He played outside as I surprised my wife with music when she got out of the limo to start our celebration. He played 3 songs and nailed all of them. The videos are incredible; his music made my wedding amazing and the look on my wife’s face when she heard him playing with priceless. I could not be happy to recommend someone. Thanks Tex.

Hired as:
Saxophone Player
TexSax

Response from TexSax:

So happy to be a part... I am honored. Love & Peace

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Connie M. • October 31, 2021

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Kevin was great, on time, very nice, good appearance and very talented. I was very happy to have found your site and booked him. Thank you

Hired as:
Saxophone Player
TexSax

Response from TexSax:

Thank you, Connie! I loved the experience. Thanks for the honorable opportunity to share with a beautiful bunch of folks. Village of Honesdale is so nice. Reminds me of my hometown, down in east TX. Folks were so friendly on the streets when I was trying to find quarters for parking meter. Peace and Love

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Subrata • June 27, 2021

Great event, small room for improvement

Musician was awesome..very well prepared..put the effort to add some bollywood songs.. played Sax and Flute..the only area of concern was the sound system could have been more powerful as people on the other side of the backyard could not hear much

Hired as:
Multi-Instrumentalist
TexSax

Response from TexSax:

What a great back yard! Cuisine was way beyond awesome. That was the best party yet, of this century. Your back yard was the Bollywood Bowl. Let's book again, soon. The food... I will never forget each delightful bite.

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Leighann C. • May 2, 2021

Crowd pleaser!

TexSax was great at our surprise anniversary brunch. He provided the exact songs and vibe I hoped for. Very talented, personable, and accommodating!

Hired as:
Saxophone Player
TexSax

Response from TexSax:

What a delightful trio to perform for! I was impressed by your knowledge of my performance repertoire. The blues tune that I played was "Back at the Chicken Shack" by organist, Jimmy Smith. Thanks for sharing your joyous occasion.

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Tina • November 15, 2019

TexSax was excellent!

TexSax was exactly what we we’re looking for. Great background music / entertainment for our company dinner. TexSax is easy to work with, professional, great communication, reliable and very talented. Everyone is very pleased with his performance. Highly highly recommend ! Thank you TexSax!!!!

Hired as:
Saxophone Player
TexSax

Response from TexSax:

Thank you, Tina. Loved your party! I update my music regularly. Requests always welcome. Happy 2020!

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Patricia S. • June 3, 2019

Great!

TexSax’s music set the atmosphere for an enjoyable and entertaining time with family and friends.

Hired as:
Saxophone Player
TexSax

Response from TexSax:

It was a pleasure to play for y'all. Thanks for your generous welcome into your home to share my musical expressions with you, your family and your friends.
Peace, Tex

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Theresa A. • May 17, 2019

Nursing Home Event

Kevin was amazing!!~! He played the flute so beautifully . "He made it seem we were at a concert and not here sitting in this dining room" , this was a quote from one of my residents that I needed to share. Hire him do not think twice! We will have him back!!

Hired as:
Flute Player
TexSax

Response from TexSax:

Awww.... How sweet of you to post. thanks! I also play clarinet and 4 saxophones.
Thanks, Tex (Kevin)

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Iris C. • April 14, 2019

Tex is a real professional

Tex played at our rock and roll party in Manhattan and really did a wonderful job. He easily adapted to the music being played by the D.J. and made the experience that more special.

Hired as:
Saxophone Player
TexSax

Response from TexSax:

Fun party! Loved the 'rock and roll' theme and jamming along with whatever DJ Byrd played. Hoping to do it again real soon. Loved being a part of your celebration. Thank you, Iris!
Cheers, Tex

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Larrissa P. • July 9, 2018

The Best

You will not find a better performer than Tex Sax. Words cannot explain or express his commitment and professionalism. He communicates often. He is accompanied by his own sound system and he sets the atmosphere in the most unbelievable way.

Hired as:
Saxophone Player
TexSax

Response from TexSax:

Aww... Thanks, Larrissa! That was a wonderful experience, being a part of your special day. I knew it was going to be good when the staff was so friendly, helping me become oriented. Then your friends getting things ready were so friendly too. Everyone worked so well together. The whole time there was a blessing, indeed. Thank you!

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Regina B. • January 4, 2016

You won't regret booking TEXSAX for your event!!!

He is a sweet kind man and an amazing musician. We only found out a few weeks before my daughter's wedding that we needed live music for her cocktail hour. Somehow I was lucky enough to find gigsalad.com and then found TEXSAX! He got our party started (at the Bourne Mansion) ! He played the music I requested. He brought an amazing sound system with him that you were able to hear throughout the three rooms of the cocktail hour. He was so gracious that I choose him, a pure pleasure to work with. I'm posting this quickly because I wanted to give him a Five Star review. As soon as I have pictures or video I'll try to post that too!

Hired as:
Saxophone Player
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Mary W. • December 8, 2012

Tex is the best!

I've had the pleasure of seeing Tex perform once a month for the folks at the Adult Day Care Center where I work - and at holiday parties for 'handicapped' teens - they really love him!
I hired him to play at my musician daughter's baby shower and what a nice touch! Saxophone and flute on the backyard deck with a glass of wine and fun people! He fit right in!

Hired as:
Saxophone Player, Flute Player, Multi-Instrumentalist, One Man Band
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Elizabeth B. • December 8, 2012

Incredible talent

Tex is a musical improvisational star. Although we met at the arboretum when we both came to listen to Shenole Latimer and Quartette, it is he who is a master musician and has such little ego (especially when others of his level of musical inclination and ability could possess big ego). He has a wide repertoire as has been stated, however, he has big heart and feeling. He gives back to community with student lessons for kids, but best of all when called upon to offer the healing and joy of music, he volunteers his time and himself freely...for he helped uplift a few children when we went to SUNY Stony Brook Hosp. & he performed and held a small jam session for some children on the pediatroc oncology floor. So thankful he was willinf to help my young student be entertained and creative and and feel some joy or whatever she felt in her heart while facing a challenging time in her short, yet most lovely life. It is also a pleasure to recall and recount his generosity when he accepted to play live at a charitable event for The Smithtown Children's Foundation (then the Branch Brook Children's Foundation), at the Watermill Catering Hall for, "Kisses for Kaylee." Thank you, again, Tex!

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Joanne P. • February 26, 2012

A real pro, and fun, too.

This guy really knows how to play the saxophone! An excellent musician whose wide-ranging repertoire can please all ages.

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Marcia W. • February 20, 2012

Musical Delight

Wonderful ! We hired Tex for two different graduation parties and he made both parties musical delights. A number of guests commented on his expertise as a musician. He came prepared with a large repertoire of music which made it a great event for all ages. I would definitely recommend him. He was charming, easygoing and had a great sense of humor. He is professional, reasonably priced and takes his work very seriously.

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Katherine C. • February 20, 2012

Great Entertainment!

I hired Tex for my husband's 50th birthday party in our home and we had a blast! His song selections were entertaining to both the younger and older age groups. He was personable, reliable, professional and a real people person. We all enjoyed chatting with him before and after his set. You can't go wrong with this guy!

Hired as:
Saxophone Player
TexSax

Response from TexSax:

Thanks Katherine, What a nice party! The kids were great on the drums, food was superb and I appreciate immensely your hospitality with the whole experience of sharing the art of music with you, your family and dear friends.

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Kevin P. • January 15, 2011

Review by Kevin P.

This guy was all over the dance floor with that saxophone. The ladies had a ball at that winery and tried to drag him into the limo!

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Price Range: $200-$500

Gig Length: 15 - 480 minutes

Languages: English

Insurance: $1,000,000 - I use "per event" coverage whenever required.

What to Expect

I play appropriate music for any event. Never too loud for your guests to have pleasant conversation while dining, listening. I've been told that my music and improvisation stimulates conversation and a fantastic atmosphere.

About

TexSax came to New York in 1983 to escape the Texas heat and get some more broad, steady experience in the field of music performance. All types of bands, orchestras, ensembles, duos and solo work is right up my alley. I even play with DJs in any style at the snap of a finger. Cocktail hours, luncheons, nursing homes, funerals, memorials, wedding proposals and wedding ceremonies of any sort are my favorite specialties as I play along with background tracks and my own audio gear and am never too loud for your affair or event. Requests welcome!

Additional Booking Notes

I bring my own gear for amplification of background tracks from my laptop computer. I usually play 2 or 3 saxophones and some flute at the beginning.

Services Offered

Saxophone Player Multi-Instrumentalist

Upcoming Booked Events

May 25, 2024 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm Wedding Reception

Past Booked Events

November 18, 2023 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
October 29, 2023 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm Big Band Concert - Hicksville, NY
October 12, 2023 • 8:30pm - 9:30pm Wedding Reception
September 17, 2023 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm Big Band Concert - Hicksville, NY
September 09, 2023 • 8:30pm - 8:45pm Surprise
August 16, 2023 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm Country Club - Big Band - Dinner/Dance
July 23, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm CCR Tribute Band - Nesconset, NY 6 PM
July 01, 2023 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm Backyard Party
June 27, 2023 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm Tech
June 03, 2023 • 6:30pm - 9:00pm House Party
April 20, 2023 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm Corporate Event
June 18, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm Wedding Cocktail Hour
April 03, 2022 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm Long Island Jazz Orchestra Concertt
January 14, 2022 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm Wedding Ceremony
January 07, 2022 • 4:30pm - 8:30pm Wedding Reception
October 30, 2021 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm Personal Occasion
July 29, 2021 • 3:00pm - 3:45pm Retirement Community Event
July 25, 2021 • 1:00pm - 3:30pm Funeral/Memorial Service
June 26, 2021 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm Dinner Party
June 19, 2021 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm House Party
May 01, 2021 • 10:30am - 12:00pm Personal Occasion
February 14, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm Surprise
May 04, 2020 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm Birthday Party
November 13, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm Corporate Event
June 01, 2019 • 8:30pm - 9:30pm Cocktail Party
April 13, 2019 • 8:00pm - 10:30pm Personal Occasion
July 07, 2018 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm Wedding Ceremony
May 05, 2017 • 7:30pm - 8:15pm Personal Occasion
October 29, 2016 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm Wedding Ceremony

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Set List

My book contains around 300 tunes of every genre.

Team

TexSax Solo

Influences & Inspiration

I have performed with all types of ensembles and solo. Rock and blues, classical and jazz, pit orchestra and cruise ship shows. Toured the UK in summer of 2022 for 3 weeks!

Setup Requirements

Tex now has capability to perform with Bluetooth JBL speaker. It's cool, lightweight, lighted displays and big sound with backing tracks. No electricity source required at your events unless it's for over maybe 200 folks.

Shure, Clip-on Wireless Mic, Alto, Tenor, Soprano, Baritone Saxophones - C and Alto flutes, Piccolo, Clarinet

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