Pop Session Alto Sax

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

A: I worked on a track where the client wanted a sax on his solo guitar jazz project covering Elizabeth Reed by the Allman Brothers Band. I can't believe I'd never heard that song until he hired me! I improvised several takes, and the final solo became the emotional centerpiece. Hearing how much it elevated the track — and how excited the client was — made it one of my proudest moments.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: Nothing right now, I'm open to work:)

Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

A: Not personally at this time, but I’m always open to collaborating with producers, mixers, and vocalists on the platform.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Digital. It gives me a clean workflow, fast turnaround, and reliable sound. Plus, it integrates perfectly with how clients send and receive files today.

Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

A: To always deliver saxophone recordings that feel professional, inspired, and tailored to your project. My job isn’t just to play — it’s to make your music better.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: Hearing a track transform once the sax is layered in. There’s nothing like adding that human, expressive element that makes a song come alive.

Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A: Most commonly: “How many revisions are included?” I always answer that I provide 2 revisions, and I’m committed to making sure the final product matches their vision.

Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

A: That saxophone parts are just improvised on the spot with no planning. In reality, good session work requires listening, adapting, and often multiple takes to get the exact feel the client wants.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: I usually ask: What’s the overall vibe you’re going for? Are there any reference tracks you love? Do you want me to stick close to written parts, or bring in improvisation?

Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A: Provide as much detail up front as you can. The more I know about your vision, the quicker I can deliver exactly what you’re looking for.

Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

A: My saxophone, computer, audio interface, microphone, and my guitar — enough to write, record, and keep creating no matter what.

Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

A: I’ve been playing saxophone for over 20 years. While my main career is in sales, I’ve been recording and performing live since 2021, bringing that mix of discipline and passion to every project.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Fun, expressive, and adaptable. I play to the song’s needs — whether that’s smooth and subtle or bold and energetic.

Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

A: Yebba — her voice is pure soul and honesty. I’d love to match her emotional delivery with sax lines that complement and lift her music.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Always cut frequencies before boosting. Subtractive EQ helps carve space and make a mix breathe. You can’t boost something that isn’t there to begin with!

Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

A: Mostly pop, R&B, and jazz, but I’ve also recorded for indie, funk, and soul projects.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Flexibility. I can adapt my playing to a wide variety of styles — from smooth pop lines to improvised jazz solos — while always keeping the client’s vision front and center.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: I bring my heart and soul into every note, aiming to create performances that connect emotionally while serving the song.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: I usually start by reviewing either sheet music or a backing track (even just drums is fine). I ask clients to be as detailed as possible about what they’re looking for. If you’ve sung or played a rough idea for a riff or solo, that helps me lock in your vision quickly. From there, I record takes, refine with revisions, and deliver clean stems.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: My setup is built for clean, professional saxophone recordings. I use a Shure KSM-27 condenser microphone, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 interface, and Cakewalk Sonar on Windows 11. This gives me a transparent, high-quality sound chain that’s ready for mixing.

Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

A: Phil Dwyer, Andy Snitzer, and Aaron Heick inspire me for their versatility and ability to bring session-level polish to any style.

Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

A: I record alto saxophone solos, hooks, and supporting lines that add character and emotion to pop, R&B, and jazz-influenced tracks.