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Saxophonist

Matt Deacon

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About Matt

Professional saxophonist with a wealth of experience.
Saxophonist
Colwyn Bay
Public liability insurance of £10 million

I’m a professional saxophonist, also doubling flute and clarinet. I have played all over the world on Cruise Liners, jazz clubs, Theatre shows, and worked with many artists including; Martha Reeves and The Vandellas, The Foundations, Tony Christie, Jane MacDonald, Georgie Fame, Johnny Dankworth and Cleo Lane. I also run my own band ‘Magnifique’ and I am a resident solo artist for Warner Leisure Hotels.

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6th Anniversary
This act has been working with Encore for over 6 years
Musicianship
Genres:
Christmas, Film / TV music, Musical theatre, 1920s era music, 1930s era music, 1940s era music, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Jazz, Blues, Cabaret, Dixieland, Gypsy jazz, Jazz fusion, Latin jazz, Modern jazz, Postmodern jukebox jazz, Ragtime, Swing, Pop, Covers, Disco, Funk, Motown, Soul, Top 40, Rock, Rock 'n' Roll
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Event types:
Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue 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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Other skills:
Arranger, Fluent sight-reader, Fluent improviser, MC, Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching
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Matt's Reviews

From customers:

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Toni W
7 years ago

Fantastic

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Bodelwyddan H
6 years ago

Class!!!

From other musicians:

25 February 2019

I often use Matt as a deputy for gigs I can't make due to distance! He's reliable and flexible, a great guy to call!