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A sophisticated, energetic and award winning saxophonist giving smart and polished performances

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Saxophonist

London

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Tom Olsen is a London-based saxophonist who brings the party to life. Whether you're planning a landmark birthday, a wedding reception, or a high-energy corporate event, Tom’s versatile playing and infectious energy will elevate your celebration. Tom specializes in genres that get people on the dance floor. He tailors his setlist to perfectly match the mood of your event, with a focus on Ibiza and house classics, tried-and-tested pop anthems like "September" and "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go," and iconic 80s and 90s hits. He also incorporates music popular with twenty-somethings, ensuring everyone feels the groove. He is an expert at reading the room and connecting with the audience, making sure your celebration feels truly unique and personal. He can even learn an entirely new set of songs for your event. Tom's past performances include prestigious venues like the Houses of Parliament and Ronnie Scott's, where he has wowed audiences. He studied Jazz Sax at Trinity Laban, where he was presented the Jon Hassal Prize For Jazz. His dynamic playing and ability to serve the crowd have earned him praise from industry veterans, including renowned musician Mike Williams, who was “completely bowled over by your playing.” Looking for a custom musical experience that will make your special occasion unforgettable? Tom is ready to craft the perfect soundtrack for your next event.

Tom

4.9 out of 5

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Satisfaction

4.9

Professionalism

5.0

Communication

4.9

Punctuality

5.0

Tom's Reviews

5 out of 5

Excellent and reliable Sax Player!

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9 days ago

Thanks for your kind review!

5 out of 5

Amazing saxophonist, he made the night a beautiful memory for everyone, I would highly recommend 💫

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9 days ago

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5 out of 5

Would highly recommend! Very nice guy even stayed extra hours. Thank you Tom!

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9 days ago

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5 out of 5

Tom and Fuego Blue have played already a few times at BA.RN and as always the enthusiasm and great atmosphere takes over the place and customers have an excellent evening of great jazz. The versatility and range of the trio is clear and each musician shines at their own master skill. Don't be fooled by the young looks, these guys know their jazz.

5 out of 5

Tom Olsen is a young bright versatile musician. Tom plays saxophone in various ensembles around London in addition to performing with his own band. He is admired and respected by fellow musicians and those who have the pleasure of working alongside him. His writing talents also include creating impressive compositions. Stephen Pierre Creative Director Unity Music Arts Trust

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Tom's Song list

Contents: 1. Afro Beat 2. Afro House 3. Christmas Songs 4. Classic Relaxing Songs 5.Crooner 6.Ibiza\ House 7. Gospel 8. Reggae 9. Tried And Tested Routine' 10. Twenty Tens 11. Twenty Year Olds (Music Popular With Twenty Year Olds)

1. Afro Beat:

Baby Hello- Wande Coal

Foreign-Bankulli

Johnny- Yemi Alade

Karolina- Awolina Longomba

Kilometre- Burna Boy

Omo Olgo- Lil Frosh, Zinoleesky

Slow Down- Juls feat Agent Sasco

Soweto Blues- Juls

Totori- Olamide, Wizkid, Id Cabasa

Wata- Juls

2. Afro House:

Nour El Ein

A Lila Yilali\ Mhani Zone

Hiya Hiya

Zagora

Candle Flame

3. Christmas songs:

All I Want for Christmas Is You (Mariah Carey)

Baby It's Cold Outside (Frank Loesser)

The Christmas Song (Mel Tormé)

The Christmas Waltz. (Jule Styne)

Do You Hear What I Hear (Noel Regney and Gloria Shayne)

Do You Wanna Build a Snowman(Kristen-Anderson-Lopez)

Feliz Navidad (José Feliciano)

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas( Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane)

Here Comes Santa Claus (Oakley Haldeman)

A Holly Jolly Christmas (Johnny Marks)

Home for the Holidays (Al Stillman and Robert Allen)

I'll Be Home for Christmas (Kim Gannon and Walter Kent)

It's Beginning to Look Like Christmas(Meredith Willson)

Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!(Jule Styne)

Mary, Did You Know? (Buddy Greene)

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year(George Wyle)

My Favourite Things (Rogers/Hammerstein)

Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree(Johnny Marks)

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer(Johnny Marks)

Silver Bells (Jay Livingstone and Ray Evans)

Somewhere In My Memory (John Williams)

White Christmas (Irving Berlin)

4. Classic relaxing songs:

Dreams (Fleetwood Mac)

I Fought The Law (Clash)

Superstition (Stevie Wonder)

All Right Now (Free)

Son of a Pr eacher Man (Dusty Springfield)

Everywhere (Fleetwood Mac)

The Chain (Fleetwood Mac)

Simple Man (Lynyrd Skynyrd)

Never Going Back Again (Fleetwood Mac)

Paint it Black (Paint it, Black) (The Rolling Stones)

5. Crooner:

Come Fly With Me

Fly Me to The Moon

I've Got The World on a String

I've Got You Under My Skin

More (Theme From Mondo Cane)

My Way

Nice 'N' Easy

On An Evening In Roma

Theme From "New York, New York"

The Way You Look Tonight

Volare

You Make Me Feel So Young

6. Ibiza/House:

Dreamer- Livin' Joy

Destination Calabria

Groovejet

Jubel

No Man, No Cry (Jimmy Sax)

Murder On The Dancefloor

Music Sounds Better with You- Stardust

Sing It Back- Moloko- Boris Dlugosch Remix

Spectrum

When Love Takes Over- David Guetta

You Don't Even Know Me- Armand Van Helden

7. Gospel:

My Life Belongs to You- Israel & New Breed

Trading My Sorrows- Israel & New Breed

Joyful, Joyful- Sister Act

Oh Happy Day- Traditional

8. Reggae:

Kingston Town- UB40

A Message To You Rudy- The Specials

Three Little Birds- Bob Marley and the Wailers

9. Tried and tested routine:

Blame It on the Boogie

I'm Every Woman

In the Stone

It's Raining Men

Move on Up

We Are Family

Love On Top

Single Ladies

September

Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go

Crazy In Love

Dancing Queen

Can You Feel It

Young Hearts Run Free

Walking On Sunshine

Respect

valerie

Jump

You Can't Hurry Love

10. Twenty Tens:

Desire

Chocolate

King

The Sound

11. Twenty Year Olds (Music Popular With Twenty Year Olds):

Despacito

Five More Hours

Go Crazy

Hung Up

I Need A Dollar

Let Me Love You

Never Too Much

One Kiss

Rhythm Is A Dancer

Shape Of You

Sing It Back

Uptown Funk

What Makes You Beautiful

Jazz Pop Covers:

Don't You Forget About Me

Everybody Wants To Rule The World

Have You Ever Seen The Rain

Light My Fire

Never Gonna Give You Up

The Way You Make Me Feel

Wonderwall

Jazz:

Four

How High the Moon

I Hear a Rhapsody

I Love You

I'll Remember April

In a Mellow Tone

Invitation

Night and Day

Oleo

Out of Nowhere

Softly as in a Morning Sunrise

Solar

Stablemates

Star Eyes

This Love of Mine

Exactly Like You

Bourbon Street Parade

You'd Be So Nice to Come Home to

Like Someone in Love

Without a Song

What is This Thing Called Love

Wayne Shorter:

Witch Hunt

Speak No Evil

El Gaucho

Thelonious Monk:

Round Midnight

Ruby My Dear

Evidence

Think of One

Pannonica

Ask Me Now

Old Standards:

Let's Call the Whole Thing Off

Smoke Gets in Your Eyes

Mood Indigo

Down for Double

Stardust

Speak Low

The Best Thing for You

Tiger Rag

I've Found a New Baby

Gypsy Jazz:

Minor Swing

Nuages

Djangology

For Sephora

Charlie Parker:

Bloombido

Scrapple from the Apple

Ornithology

Bossa/Latin:

Blue Bossa

Desafinado

Amor em Paz

Meditation

Jazz Ally- Gerardo Frisina

One Note Samba

Solo- Nicola Conte

The Girl from Ipanema

Tom's Prices

Last updated: 2025

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

Duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£62.50
Up to 1 hour	£180
Up to 2 hours	£250
Up to 3 hours	£300

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

-I can serve the audience, and create unique gigs every time -I play beautiful music. Saxophone is my thing, and I truly make it sing out for your House\ Venue to be very special for you.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

-For The Lord Mayor Of London -At The Houses Of Parliament

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Tina Turner- The Musical (West End Show, Aldwych Theatre, London)

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

It happens! Let me know. As I travel by train, I'll need to confirm the travel arrangements are still feasible from my end. This is a particular issue late at night.

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

Yes, I offer an iPod service for free and am known for very good taste creating a real atmosphere in the venue

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually need half an hour to set up, but am known for arriving to the area way earlier, so train disruptions cannot hold me down!

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

Yes, of course! Pick whichever songs you like from the songlist- if you pick four or five I can use this to build on your taste. Or for clients before I've played completely new sets of their choosing.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Most of it, but the other stuff is pretty standard things you will have in your house\venue, don't worry about it then! I bring my PA system, my saxophone, my music stand and any music I need. I will need two plug sockets and a table to set my PA system up on them, and ample clearance around it to keep my beautiful equipment (of which I am very fond) safe :)

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Yes, I have learned an entire set for some gigs! What a wonderful way to find new music and tastes to discover for myself. Thanks then

Musicianship

Genres:

Jazz, Blues, Dixieland, Gypsy jazz, Jazz fusion, Latin jazz, Modern jazz, Postmodern jukebox jazz, Ragtime, Swing, Gospel, Pop, Covers, Funk, Funk rock, Hip Hop, Karaoke, Soul, Top 40, Tribute, Vintage, Disco, Ambient pop, Acoustic, R&B, Rock, Rock 'n' Roll, House, Garage, Christmas

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Instruments:

Saxophone, Clarinet, Alto saxophone

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Event types:

Bar / Club / Venue event, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve

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