A musical saw player with a cutting edge repertoire. I am classically trained musician and can provide a light entertaining programme of music combined with a little bit of Yorkshire humour.
Performaned at a variety events across the country, but also across Europe. They include weddings. dinners, formal concerts, old time music hall, period events ( Victorian, Edwardian, 1940's) cabaret, parties, corporate and festival workshops. Also provided studio backing tracks and performed for both TV and radio.
Rates From £125
This rate is for pre recorded accompanimentand may vary depending on travel and accommodation costs. I'm happy to work with any accompanist .
Playlists / Performance Info
A wide ranging Repertoire covering Classical, Period ,Musicals, Jazz, Popular and folk music
Events I've taken part in:
A Conference and dinner at the Kelham Island Museum
Guest Saw player with LYMES and the Hull Philharmonic.
Old time Music Hall event at the Harrogate Theatre
Britain's Got Talent 2011
Britain's Does Variety at City Varieties
Solo show at the Buxton G&S Festival,
Broadstairs Folk Festival,
Lindley Band Christmas Gala concert,
BBC Presenter Mollie Green's Wedding,
Haworth Band Christmas concert,
The BBC Graham Liver Show, BBC News,
BBC Steve Bailey show,
Belfast Catalyst Arts event,
The Travelling Rock & Roll Circus (Lantern Theatre) Sheffield,
FEVA festival Knaresborough,
B Festival Eskdale.
The Westbrooke Flyer (Train from Leeds to Edingburgh)
Special requirements -
Space for a seat, amp, small table and microphones not to close to an audience!! Pianist would be great, although I have pre recorded accompaniment and would need electrical power for an amp and CD player.
Inside or covered space to avoid the risk of bad weather.
Entertainment Type
Speciality Act
Reviews
David Hasselhof
You've just blown the American acts out of the water
Neil Smith
I popped in once or twice during your performance and thought it was first rate. And the audience all seemed to be enjoying themselves too.
Ian Kellet
I'm totally blown away by how amazing you sound" & "I really appreciate your time and expertise and would love to do some more in the future
Mollie Green (BBC Presenter)
A massive thank you for last Saturday. It really did make my night
The curator
It was a really lovely addition to the event and we did have lots of lovely comments about your amazing talent!"
Areas Covered
Cheshire, Cleveland, Cumbria, Derbyshire, Durham, East Yorkshire, Greater Manchester, Humberside, Lancashire, Lincolnshire, Merseyside, North Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire, South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
