Tyler Varnell - Saxophone + Piano + DJ/Emcee

When I started planning my 40th birthday party, I couldn't decide between a band or a DJ. Each one I was looking at was just not the vibe and I was starting to get discouraged. Then, a friend of mine posted a story at a party where Tyler was DJing/playing the sax, and right away I knew he was the missing piece. I've attended parties with a sax player before, but NEVER like this and never one who does BOTH the DJing AND the sax! From the moment I reached out, Tyler was incredible. He followed up quickly and was great with all communications - we hopped on a call and to go over my theme and ideas, and he was so receptive and amazing with adding in things to help take my existing ideas to the next level. He even helped with the floor plan suggestions to help ensure my goal of "everyone being on the dance floor with me all night" would be more achievable - and omg am I glad I listened. Additionally, he suggested extending the party 1 hour, and thankfully we did because my initial timing guess was way off. Bottom line - trust him, HE KNOWS HIS STUFF. At the same time, he was never pushy and I never felt like I HAD to go with his ideas, but again, so glad I did. On the night of the party, from start to finish Tyler and his team were flawless. He made sure to play all of my "must play" songs, and read the vibes of the room perfectly - I've truly never seen some of my guests dance this much EVER. The amount of people who came up to me that night and have texted and called me since to tell me how epic Tyler and his team were is not surprising in the least. Multiple guests described it as the "best party they've ever been to" and said they "haven't danced that much since college" (and let's just say, it's been at least 15-20 years since then for all of us). One of my friends even booked him on the spot for her upcoming birthday! I could truly go on and on, but I will just end with this - DON'T THINK TWICE, DON'T BOTHER LOOKING ELSEWHERE, BOOK TYLER. You will NOT regret it! Thanks Tyler and team for the most epic night of my life!!!

From his smooth saxophone solos to keeping the dance floor alive as a DJ and emcee, he brought incredible energy and talent to our event. He was professional, fun, and truly elevated the whole experience. Our guests are still raving about him—highly recommend!

Tyler was truly a once in a lifetime experience!! His enthusiasm, energy, and adaptability to the crowd is truly unmatched with any performer I’ve hired! I appreciated his communication beforehand to make sure we were on the same page and to discuss special details I wanted included for my husband’s retirement party. It was amazing! Everyone is still talking about it! The best feedback came from my husband, who proudly exclaimed “this was the best night of my life! Tyler really was the icing on the cake!” I would gladly have him for any event and pray he’s not already booked! Tyler, Thank you so much for sharing your time, talent, and the joy of togetherness with my family and I!

I hired Tyler to play on a track. What he sent to me professional, well recorded and smokin. He knows how to get the job done and he's got the licks. He's no rookie.

Thank you for making the party lively and enjoyable.