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Martino the Sax Man

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About Martino

Excellent, versatile pro sax player; Ibiza House music style, pop rock & jazz, 20+ years professional. Graduate of Royal Conservatoire.
Saxophonist
Glasgow
Public liability insurance of £10 million

I'm a glass half full kind of guy who is passionate about music. I have been in love with music ever since I was 4 and my mum gave me a recorder to learn. I bought my first saxophone after busking on clarinet in the streets of Prague when I was 14. Self-taught by jamming to funk, hip hop and house music I then went on to complete a degree in Jazz at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Because of my unconventional learning, I have befome a maverick of many styles; Ibiza House, rock to pop, Jazz, classical, klezmer and so on. I've played in clubs all around Europe: > House music with DJ's in clubs from Glasgow's Radisson Blue to Montefiascone’s Cristal Club in Italy, and top beachside clubs of the Al Garve and specifically Algoz. I know how to get the party going! > Events of all kinds of events, from wedding ceremonies to private house parties and am well received everywhere I play, probably because my love for music is infectious. > Jazz music with top bands such as Nimbus Sextet (signed to Acid Jazz Records) and played in top Jazz clubs from Edinburgh to Prague and Berlin. In 2010 I went to New York and played in Small's Jazz Club. > classical ensembles, jazz big bands, rock and reggae bands and klezmer - to me music has no borders. I'm Lazer focused to help create an amazing and positive experience my clients, no matter the event, and I get real satisfaction from seeing everyone having a great time to the music I make.

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Martino's Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Pamela R
13 days ago
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5 out of 5

100%

Reply from Martino
13 days ago

Thanks allot Pamela!!!

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Chloe B
19 days ago
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5 out of 5

Martino was superb to work with for our Christmas Party Night. The team and guests were extremely pleased with his performance. Thank you for coming and well done.

Reply from Martino
19 days ago

Thanks so much Chloe it was wonderful to play in such a classy venue, the Stirling Highland Hotel. So glad you liked it.

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Cameron L
28 days ago
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5 out of 5

Martino was amazing, everyone loved him and it made the night fantastic! Would strongly recommend anyone to use Martino! Played a lot of class tunes and did a few that we requested! He came with his full DJ set up, speakers and laptop, it meant our DJ could take a break and have a beer which was great whilst he played his set. Will definitely use again!

Reply from Martino
28 days ago

Thanks Cameron again for booking me. It was a totally banging event. Congratulations

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Karen M
1 month ago
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5 out of 5

Martino was absolutely fantastic. I booked him for my husband’s 40th birthday party a couple of weeks ago. He was great to communicate with, very flexible and arrived in plenty time to get set up. Martino liaised with our DJ direct so I didn’t have to be the go-between and nothing was too much hassle. He really did make the party - he interacted with everyone and the dance floor was full the whole night. So many of our family and friends have been raving about him since! Couldn’t recommend him enough and will definitely book him again. Thank you so much Martino!

Reply from Martino
1 month ago

Hi Karen, it was great to meet you and your family and friends and a pleasure to play for you and learn a few more tunes in the process. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Hope to see y'all again. Martino

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JIM M
6 years ago

Fantastic playing to our house Dj, no rehearsal needed. Great ears

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Suzie
2 years ago

Brilliant playing, litterally can pick up any tune. He played for my 40th birthday party in Dumbarton at our house and blew everyone away. What an experience!

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Martino's Song list

Example dance party set:
Children
American Boy
Mr. Saxobeat
Sweet lovin
What is love baby don’t hurt me
Don’t you worry child
We found love
Titanium
Concrete Angel
The only way is up
Can you feel it
I’m good and I’m feeling alright
Freed from desire
Bits n pieces
Don’t you worry child
Destination Calabria
September
Rhythm is a dancer
Music Sounds Better with You
Man with the red face
Finally
You’re free to do what you want to do
Ain’t nobody
Lola’s theme
Etc….
Jazz standard set:
All of Me
Just Friends
There Will Never Be Another You
On Green Dolphin Street
Blue Monk
Confirmation
All Blues
So What
Blue in Green
A Night in Tunisia
Caravan
Misty
Autumn Leaves
Summertime
Body ad Soul
Etc…
Gyspy Swing set:
Minor Swing
Bossa Dorado
Swing 39
Swing 42
Viper’s Dream
We’ll Meet Again
Djangology
Them There Eyes
Lady Be Good
Etc….
Example relaxed afternoon set:
Sir Duke
Isn’t She Lovely
Back to Back
You Know I’m No Good - Amy Wine House
Rehab - Amy Wine House
Ain’t No Sunshine - Bill Withers
Halejuyah
Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing
Let’s Stay Together
Lovely Day
Moondance – Van Morrison
Rock With You
Signed, Sealed, Delivered
September
Sunny
Superstition
What’s goin on
Young Hearts Run Free
1000 years by Christina Peri
Unchained Melody
Wonderful World
When I Fall in Love
Basame Mucho
Annie's Song
Every Breath You Take
Let's Do It
Nobody Does it Better
Only Have Eyes for You
Power of Love
Hero
The Look of Love
Hello
Love on the Rocks
Strangers in the Night
Wind Beneath My Wings
Summertime
Love Theme From Titanic
You Belong to Me
I've Got You Under My Skin
Girl from Ipanima
Just The Way You Are
This Masquerade
Everybody Loves Somebody Sometime
Love Letters
I only Want to Be With You
Old Devil Called Love
Sometimes When We Touch
Days Like This
After The Lovin
Making Whoopee
The Wonder Of You
Stranger on the Shore
Take My Breath Away
My Girl
If I said You Had a Beautiful Body
The Wedding
When a Man Loves a Woman
My Baby Just Cares for Me
Don't it Make My Brown Eyes Blue
Big Spender
Baker Street
Careless Whisper
Only You
Sailing
Sweet Home Chicago
My Baby Likes to Rock it
Rock n Roll Medley
Teddy Bear
Mustang Sally
The Gambler
The Very Thought of You
Lucille
Kiss Me Honey Honey Kiss Me
Sway
Achy Breaky Heart
Half Way to Paradise
Dance the Night Away
I wanna Wake Up With You
Boot Scoot n Boogie
Blame it on the Boogie
Sweet Caroline
Delilah
Amarillo
500 Miles
Skye Boat Song
Love Really Hurts Without You
Human
Proud Mary
Yesterdays
Daydream Believer
Brown Eyed Girl
Twist
Love is in the Air
Walk of Life
Sex Bomb
Pink Cadillac
Shangalang
Vida Loca
Perfect
Pretty Woman
Country Roads
New York New York
Ruby
Unchain My Heart
Kingston Town
Honey Honey. Abba
Mambo No 5
Whiter Shade of Pale
Hey Baby
Maggie
Livin Doll
That's Amore
Fly Me to the Moon
My First My Last My Everything
Sugar Sugar
Scotland the Brave
Northern Lights of Aberdeen
Somewhere Over the Rainbow
Can't Help Falling in Love With You
Secret Love
Red Red Wine
Volare
Red Hot Salsa
Darlin Where's ya Troosers
Knock Three Times
Ring of Fire
Etc…
Klezmer and Jewish tunes:
Hava nagile
Mahzel
Shalom Aleichem
Havenu Shalom Aleichem
Odessa Bulgar
Romanische Bulgar
Gassen Nigun
Noch Ein Gles veyn
Mazhel Tov
Meshiach
Heyser Bulgar
Etc…

Martino's Prices

Last updated: 2024

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£75
Up to 1 hour£250
Up to 2 hours£375
Up to 3 hours£500
Packages
Sax & DJ services
4 hours sax and dj. One stop shop, I can provide bespoke DJ service and high quality live saxophone experience. Perfect for home performances and small venues. The price includes a powerful high quality sound system and lights.
£825

Add-ons

Bespoke set list
+£31.25
Saxophone & DJ service small events
+£50
Unusual musical requests
+£90
Amplification
+£125
Saxophone & DJ service large event
+£125
Customer questions

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

Please let me know as much in advance as possible and i will try to accommodate.

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes i can, I'm more than happy to work with you on putting track list together for you. For an extra charge I can DJ for you until venue finishes. Please ask for more info.

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually require up to 1.5 hours to set up before the performance

Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?

Yes you can, buy also please feel free to make requests, the list isn't exhaustive and I'm very happy to create a bespoke set for you.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Depending on what is required, i can bring a small set up for myself with backing music, or play with a live DJ on a house pa with no need to rehearse. Naturally I have my own instrument.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Yes i am only too happy to. The song list isnt exhaustive, i know many many more. There is a small additional fee of £20 for each new tune learned to take account of practice time.
Musicianship
Genres:
Jazz fusion, Jazz, Gypsy jazz, Dixieland, Latin jazz, Modern jazz, Postmodern jukebox jazz, Swing, Classical, Fanfare, Medieval music, Renaissance, 1930s era music, 1940s era music, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, 1920s era music, Experimental, Disco, Funk, Hip Hop, Soul, R&B, Vintage, World music, Hebrew songs, Israeli dance music, Jewish music, Klezmer, Ska, Tango, Yiddish roots music
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Event types:
Bar / Club / Venue event, Wedding, Virtual event, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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