Very experienced
sax, flute, and harmonica player available for immediate work in the San
Francisco Bay Area. Available for freelance studio recording as well as
regular band work. Most interested in performing jazz, but also well versed
in rhythm & blues, world music, rock, blues, and the avant-garde.
Strong interest in Latin music. Well developed ear and very strong improvisational
skills. Very experienced in live performance as well as studio recording.
Extensive touring and band experience. Open minded and tolerant. Would
prefer working in nonsmoking situations due to a severe allergy. Send
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Professional Musician
Play
tenor, alto, soprano saxophones; harmonicas; flute; and penny whistle.
Played
professionally for twenty-five years. This has been part time employment
as well as serving as a primary source of income for a number of years.
Played
in approximately 20 states and Canada.
San
Francisco resident since 1988. Played in a number of San Francisco bands
including: Veronica Klaus Heart & Soul Review, Venutians, Le Group,
Wilma Don't Tap, Hyperdrive Kittens, Birdie & the Love Bugs, Bourbon
Deluxe, Steel Cut, Fat City, and the City Slickers. Played in some notable
bands prior to moving to California including: the Villains, Connie &
the Rhythm Method, Worlds, and Survival.
Played
with some of the local heavyweights in the Bay Area such as: Ray White
(who played with Frank Zappa for many years), Neil Okin (the New Morty
Show), Dred Scott, Mark Little, and David Kaffinetti (from the English
band Rare Bird).
Recorded
with many different artists including: Gary Floyd, (Sister Double Happiness),
album "Broken Angels"; and on many "low budget" movie
soundtracks.
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In addition to
a music career, I have held full time, (and some part time), career positions
in many different areas. This would include salaried, hourly, and volunteer
positions. I am actively seeking a new full time professional position.
Please take a moment to review my many varied areas of work experience.
I could put this to work for you - my potential new employer. View
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