Bob Crail "Strolling Sax"

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Location:
Santa Monica, California
Travel Radius:
Will travel up to 3000 miles from Santa Monica.
Pay Range:
$200-$1000 per event
Member Since:
2005
Primary Category:
Saxophone
Additional Categories:
Flute, Singer
Genre:
30's Hits, 40's Hits, Blues, Classical, Dance, Jazz, Motown, New Age, Oldies, Pop, R&B, Swing
Influences:
Gene Ammons, Stan Getz, Dexter Gordon, Junior Walker, Sam Butera, Lee Allen, King Curtis,Grover

Group Members

  • Bob Crail - Saxophones, Flute, Vocals

Description

SAXOPHONE HAS THE MOST AMAZING SOUND! It's no wonder so very many people claim the sax as their favorite instrument. Bob's specialty is "strolling" saxophone. Your guests will be serenaded in this unique and intimate setting. Bob also performs in a duo or trio setting. We can easily work out an event solution that will fit your budget. Thanks for your consideration!

Song List

  • A Train - Duke Ellington
  • Alfie - Sonny Rollins
  • At Last - Etta JAmes
  • Autumn Leaves - Nat King Cole
  • Begin the Beguine - Cole Porter
  • Black Orpheus - Stan Getz
  • Dancing Cheek To Cheek - Fred Astaire
  • Fly Me To the Moon - Tony Bennett
  • Girl From Ipanema - Stan Getz
  • Goin To New Orleans - Professor Longhair
  • Harlem Nocturne - Sam Taylor
  • Honky Tonk - Bill Doggett
  • Iko Iko - Dr John
  • It Had To Be You - Frank Sinatra
  • Jersey Bounce - Artie Shaw
  • Lester Leaps In - Count Basie
  • Lullaby Of Birdland - George Shearing
  • My One and Only Love - Frank Sinatra
  • Night and Day - Cole Porter
  • Night Train - James Brown
  • Ode To Billy Joe - Bobbi Gentry
  • On a Clear Day - Barbra Streisand
  • One O'Clock Jump - Count Basie
  • Satin Doll - Duke Ellington
  • Smooth Operator - Sade
  • St James Infirmary - Louis Armstrong
  • Tenor Madness - Sonny Rollins
  • There Will Never Be Another You - Nat King Cole
  • Unforgettable - Nat King Cole
  • Walkin' to New Orleans - Fats Domino
  • Walkin' With Mr Lee - Lee Allen
  • You're Mine - Richie Valens

Available For:

Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Children's Birthday Parties, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Clubs, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Ski Lodges, Sorority Function, Studio Session, TV Soundtracks, Weddings

Feedback

  • Bob Crail is an amazingly talented musician!I will never forget walking down the aisle to Bob playing the wedding march so beautifully. The classy and romantic ambience provided by Bob Crail's beautiful performance will be remembered by all who attended our wedding. Thank you Bob for such a professional and romantic performance, we will forever be greatful!! -- Jynelle G, San Diego, CA, 7/5/2008
  • Just Delightful! Bob and his band were so much fun! This was the first Holiday Party we've had where people got up and danced! This hasn't happened in 5 years of parties! Everybody loved bob and the group. This is the second time we have hired them and it just gets better each time. Thanks again Bob! -- Ronnie C, Marina Del Rey, CA, 12/13/2008
  • Fantastic. His sax playing added so much elegance to our rehearsal dinner. I would hire him for another event and would recommend him to others. -- Kate B, Santa Barbara, CA, 5/15/2008
  • Bob Crail's music for my engagement party was just perfect! He really knows how create an atmosphere. He showed up early and I could tell he took a genuine interest in making sure the music was what we wanted. His playing was never "in the way" and our guests were able converse and enjoy themselves. Rich and I are both so happy that we decided to have strolling sax. Bob is just all around great!!! -- Shelly L, Malibu, CA, 8/3/2008
  • Everyone who attended Gloria's birthday party last Saturday commented that Bob and his band added fabulous ambience to this special celebration. The band's repertoire was astounding! Bob and his band certainly know how to deliver first class musical entertainment! The birthday "girl" and her guests are still glowing from this memorable event. I highly recommend Bob Crail to anyone who wishes to enjoy a musical "treat". -- Marianna M, Marina Del Rey, CA, 10/4/2008
  • It was a pleasure to have Bob play at my wedding reception, it made the whole event so much more beautiful. While we were on the terrace overlooking the ocean and the sun was setting, the saxophone was the perfect accompainiment. He is a great player! -- Anya V, Malibu, CA, 7/14/2007
  • Bob's saxophone made our party so special! Bob is a real pro! He has played for us on several occasions and always knows exactly how the music should be handled. We have had him as a solo performer and with his group. A wonderful guy who cares about his audience! -- Donnie B, Pacific Palisades, CA, 6/1/2008
  • He did exacly what we asked him to do! The guests loved his performance. -- Sandy W, Oak Park, CA, 5/22/2008
  • Bob has played for us before and is always a pleasure to listen to. He really goes all out to make sure we have the right music for the situation. Thanks again Mr. Bob! -- Donnie B, Los Angeles, CA, 5/5/2007
  • bob crail presentation of self, professionalism exceeded our expectation. he is also very flexible in taking requests on the spot and a versatile performer. will definitely hire him every time we will have a special event like this. thanks. -- Delia C, Anaheim, CA, 12/31/2006
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Upcoming Appearances

Past Appearances

  • Tuesday, June 30, 2009
  • 5:30PM - Corporate Function
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Friday, March 06, 2009
  • 11:00AM - Private Party
  • Torrance, CA
  • Saturday, December 13, 2008
  • 8:00PM - Christmas Party
  • Marina Del Rey, CA
  • Wednesday, October 15, 2008
  • 4:00PM - Private Party
  • Fontana, CA
  • Saturday, October 04, 2008
  • 5:00PM - Birthday Party - Adults
  • Marina Del Rey, CA
  • Friday, September 19, 2008
  • 5:00PM - Wedding
  • Coronado, CA
  • Sunday, August 03, 2008
  • 3:00PM - Birthday Party - Adults
  • Malibu, CA
  • Saturday, July 05, 2008
  • 6:00PM - Wedding
  • San Diego, CA
  • Saturday, June 07, 2008
  • 5:00PM - Fess Parker Winery
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • Sunday, June 01, 2008
  • 11:00PM - Banquet
  • Pacific Palisades, CA
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