Jim Blackburn, Sax
- North Fort Myers, FL
- Saxophone Player
- 29 Verified Bookings
Blane K. said “I would highly recommend Mr. Blackburn! Absolutely great! He was perfect for the occasion, very talented, kind and professional musician.”
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Let me entertain your guests with an eclectic mix of songs ranging from timeless blues standards all the way up to current hits. I can provide a variety of genres tailored to your audience, including: ambience/dinner music, classic rock & blues to rock the place, bluegrass/country, even Irish music! More than "just a guy with a guitar singing". I keep it interesting with songs on mandolin and dobro as well as spicing it up with percussion, added harmonies and harmonica. I don't use backing tracks. It's all me (with the exception of the harmonies from my harmonizer pedal.)
Need a full band? I also play in a classic rock/blues band when you really want to rock! DJ capability also!
I hired Kelly to play our St. Patrick’s Day Party. Kelly was absolutely fantastic! Arrived and was setup ready to go as guests arrived. Extremely friendly, communicated top notch with me before the event. My friends had such a great time! His Irish music is awesome, as well as his other party jams! He accommodated everything we asked for. He mixes up guitar, mandolin, harmonica! I already booked him for next year! Highly recommended!
Response from Kelly Winfield:
Matt,
Thank you so much! You guys were a great crowd. Looking forward to next year! Slainte!
Kelli was amazing! He was able to choose songs just by reading the crowd and everyone loved what he sang! He even controlled the volume during dinner so folks could enjoy their table conversations and music!! Thanks Kelli for making our even fun!!!
Response from Kelly Winfield:
Anita,
Thanks again for the booking! I appreciate your kind words and your generous tip! See you next time...
Kelly responded quick and played the specific song I wanted. He followed all instructions surprising my girlfriend on the beach as I proposed and performed perfectly ! Would recommend to anyone !!!
Response from Kelly Winfield:
Dustin,
Thanks for continuing my 5-star rating! Congratulations on your engagement! Keep me in mind for future events!
I hired kelly for my proposal and he was amazing!! First off he was easy to contact and very responsive. I requested some songs that he did not know but he learned them in 2 days and absolutely crushed them. Lastly he was very accommodating for some special requests that really made the night extra special. Highly recommended!!
Kelly played to our desired taste and style and did a fantastic job. Was super easy to work with and added the perfect touch to our event.
Response from Kelly Winfield:
Meg,
Thanks for helping perpetuate my 5-star rating! Thanks for your compliments as well. I look forward to playing for you again!
We hired him for our daughter's graduation party at our house. He was on time and very professional. He sang great and was very personable. Everyone had a wonderful time and thoroughly enjoyed his performance. Whenever we have another party we will definitely be calling Kelly!
Response from Kelly Winfield:
Andrew,
Thanks so much! You guys were a great audience! Your dancing and singing along made it fun for me, too. I hate being a human juke-box!
We had Kelly to our home for our annual Christmas party. Kelly was very professional and a great performer. He arrived well before the start time to set up, and had everything needed - even an awning to get out of the surprise rain that occurred for a liitle while! He knows a lot of great songs. We also appreciated his flexibility in allowing the audience to participate. And he actually played longer than was scheduled. All around it was an awesome night. Everyone had a great time. We will definitely have him back for future parties!
Response from Kelly Winfield:
Richard,
Thanks! You are too kind! What a fun night! Let's do it again next year! You guys were a great audience. Have a merry Christmas !
Kelly
This was the second time I hired Kelly to preform at a party. Once again he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!
Response from Kelly Winfield:
Sonia,
THANK YOU SO MUCH! I work hard to deliver a great show. Bookings like yours make it all worth it. See you next time...
Kelly
This was our first time using Gig Salad to book entertainment, and while the booking service works well our performer was very disappointing. We hired Kelly to play acoustical guitar at my daughter's wedding ceremony. Kelly did not return phone calls, blew off several appointments at our venue, did not adhere to our music request, and has been banned from performing at our venue (The Edison Ford Winter Estate).
Response from Kelly Winfield:
"Didn't return phone calls"? I was in FRANCE and incommunicado via phone for 10 days. Instead of emailing or contacting through your Gigsalad quote, you sent another quote request which I responded to promptly. I never "blew off several appointments". I made an appointment with the event coordinator to scope the area where I was to play to gauge how much equipment to bring. I was on my way to the appointment but running 10 minutes late when the coordinator called to advise she was tightly scheduled, and rescheduled. The follow-up appointment happened on a day when I was crunched for time, so I advised the coordinator that we probably didn't need to meet and agreed on what I should bring. "Didn't adhere to music request"? I played both the entrance and ending songs requested and played some of the others as well. Though you gave me a month to learn 9 songs, I learned them all. 1or 2 is typical. The event ended before I got to all of them. Tough to meet unreasonable expectations.
Kelley did a wonderful job we had about 100 people he was set up about 50 yards from the food and water slide and he still rocked the house. We look forward to Kelly playing for us again in the near future...Thanks Kelly I'll be in touch soon...
Response from Kelly Winfield:
Thank you, Andrew! One of the things I like best about doing what I do is it introduces me to some really fun people. You guys were a blast!
Kelly was amazing from start to finish!!
He was very professional and his communication with me prior to and at the event was right on. Everyone at the party loved his music. He understood what my vision was and he executed it beyond my expectations. All the guest raved about him. My 80 year old grandfather called me the day after to thank me for his birthday party and to tell me what a great job Kelly did. I will definitely be hiring him again and I recommend him without hesitation!
What a wonderful time ! Kelly was amazing ya'll arrived on time and was ready to go just like we planned. Loved his great play list from Tom Petty to Rob Thomas. We enjoyed him greatly and are sure to book again. Thank you
Response from Kelly Winfield:
Alicen, thanks again! Next time I'll remember to order some WARMER WEATHER! Had fun in spite of the chill.
Kelly was great to work with very easy going and friendly.
He has lots of different sounds with many guitars. Plays all the great old songs.
I booked Kelly for a wedding reception gathering. I listened to his demo's on this site and liked what I heard. He was exactly what I was looking for. He was prompt, professional, and courteous. Kelly sounded great, vocally and instrumentally. The guests were impressed with his performance. His talent is exceptional. He drove close to 200 miles for my gig, which says a lot. I definitely wasn't let down...Thanks Kelly
Kelly has a great voice that added a special touch to our party! He was liked by all and was great to work with!!! Music always enhances an event and we were happy to have Kelly be a part of ours!
Response from Kelly Winfield:
Thanks, Trina! You did a great job on the duet. I love the song and added it to my repertoire. I'll probably sing it at all my future performances.
Kelly played the guitar and sang at our wedding and reception at Cheeca Lodge in August of 2013. Before the wedding we had the opportunity to request a few songs, which was great. At the event he was very professional, he arrived extra early to make sure everything was set up and ready. He played an array of music at the reception and has a large lineup of music he can play. We had a great time!
We hired Kelly to help us celebrate my sister in law's 50th birthday celebration on Sanibel Beach. My sister in law was certainly surprised and we really enjoyed Kelly's selections and his introductions to each piece that he played. The "no see ums" were HORRIBLE that particular evening. We were all suffering and swatting at those pesky bugs - but Kelly never missed a beat and just kept on playing and singing. Thank you, Kelly, for being such a professional and a good sport!! The evening was so memorable because of your music. Would highly recommend Kelly for anyone needing a vocalist to perform at any event.
Response from Kelly Winfield:
Thanks, Martin! I used some of your generous tip to stock up on DEET for the next one! ;-)
Very profesional , on time, everybody at the party enjoyed his music!
Response from Kelly Winfield:
Africa, Thank you so much! I enjoyed it too. Thank you also for the generous tip, the delicious dinner and the drinks.
I hired Kelly to be the entertainment for our grand opening event for our new location. Attendees were business associates, clients (doctors, nurses, administrators, etc), fellow employees and piers. Not having heard Kelly, the pressure was on. I had more people asking about Kelly and who he was than any other subject matter during the event. He showed up on time...was very professional and the guests were very impressed...asking for his card. Would definitely hire him again. Thanks Kelly!
Kelly started warming up the guests from the very first song and had everyone singing along as he played to all of our favorites. Kelly mixed it up with many different guitars, styles and song variations. All with a flair for entertaining and involving the party goers. I received many accolades for hosting such a fun party. In addition, I saw neighbors outside on their lanai's listening to the music and the fun we were having. I believe this is just the beginning for Kelly in my circle of friends as I was asked for his contact information by many guests the very next day. Thanks Kelly for an outstanding evening!
Kurt Anderson
Naples, FL
We hired Kelly to play for my boyfriend's 50th birthday party. He arrived early to set up and we were very impressed by his professionalism and the quality of his set-up. Kelly brought several guitars, a mandolin, harmonicas, etc., along with a great sound system. Kelly played all the music we had pre-requested and more. We had over 40 guests at the party, and every one of them commented on his range and talent. Kelly was a lot of fun and has one of the best voices! He is very talented, and I would not hesitate to hire him again! I would recommend him with no reservations! Thanks for everything Kelly - you made the party a very special night :)
Response from Kelly Winfield:
Carie,
Thank you so much for your kind words! I thoroughly enjoyed it!
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: $1,000,000 - General liability
Your audience will be delighted with an eclectic song list insterspersed with humorous banter and interesting anecdotes sure to keep listeners engaged.
Kelly Winfield started his love of music at the age of 8 singing in church choirs, then later in high school and college. He received formal voice training in college and performed in an internationally broadcast program. Recently he sang the national anthem acapella in front of Florida Governor Rick Scott and other dignitaries. Kelly's real love, though is 70's influenced classic folk and rock. He has a 4-octave range which allows him to sing high and clear like John Denver or growl the blues like Muddy Waters! He has been performing in front of audiences large and small most of his life. Not only has he has performed all around America but also in Australia.
Kelly is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist. Inspired by his father's harmonica playing, he took up the "harp" in his teens and perfected his technique on lonely road sides hitch-hiking around the South. His first guitar was a used Teisco Del-ray Strat copy he bought for $15 when he was 16. He finally managed to get a real Stratocaster at age 18, after a guy in a Lincoln with lots of insurance crunched his primer brown 1965 VW micro-bus. Kelly continues to expand his horizons by taking up mandolin, dobro and banjo. Kelly has been playing in duos, solo and in bands around Southwest FL for the past twenty-five years.
I can supply everything but the stage!
February 17, 2021 • All-day event | St. Patrick’s Day party |
February 22, 2020 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
February 07, 2020 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Dinner Party |
October 05, 2019 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
November 05, 2018 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Freedom Boat Club social |
September 25, 2017 • 7:00pm - 9:30pm | Corporate Event |
May 20, 2017 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Graduation |
December 17, 2016 • 7:30pm - 10:30pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 09, 2016 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cultural Event |
May 21, 2016 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
March 19, 2016 | Birthday (Adult) |
February 06, 2016 | Birthday (Adult) |
November 20, 2015 | Cocktail Party |
October 10, 2015 | Wedding Ceremony |
July 04, 2015 | Holiday Party (Other) |
May 23, 2015 | House Party |
May 02, 2015 | Birthday (Adult) |
March 28, 2015 | Birthday Party |
March 07, 2015 | Private Party |
February 14, 2015 | Private Party |
December 13, 2014 | Birthday Party |
November 29, 2014 | Birthday Party |
April 12, 2014 | Other |
April 10, 2014 | Wedding Ceremony |
March 13, 2014 | Private Party |
February 26, 2014 | Club/Nightclub |
October 31, 2013 | Wedding Ceremony |
August 30, 2013 | Birthday Party |
August 03, 2013 | Birthday Party |
May 20, 2013 | Birthday Party |
April 04, 2013 | Grand Opening |
Following is a partial list of songs. Set lists can be custom-tailored for your particular venue. I take requests! If you'd like a particular song, I can usually learn it and perform it for you. If I don't already know it--I know a LOT of songs.
SHE TALKS TO ANGELS Black Crowes
7 BRIDGES ROAD Eagles
SATURDAY NIGHT Eagles
EVERY ROSE HAS ITS’ THORN Poison
ALONE AGAIN TONIGHT Kelly Winfield (original)
SEAGULL Bad Company
FEELIN’ ALRIGHT Dave Mason
TAMPICO TRAUMA Jimmy Buffet
MELISSA Allman Brothers
LIVINGSTON’S GONE TO TEXAS Jimmy Buffet
DEAR ABBEY John Prine
COPPERHEAD ROAD Steve Earle
LOSING MY RELIGION R.E.M.
NEEDLE AND THE DAMAGE DONE Neil Young
THE WEIGHT The Band
THESE DAYS Dan Fogelberg
AS THE RAVEN FLIES Dan Fogelberg
TAKE IT EASY Eagles
BRING IT ON HOME Dave Mason (Sam Cooke)
SONG FOR KARIN Kelly Winfield (original)
ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH John Denver
SHANTY Jonathan Edwards
SPANISH PIPED DREAM John Prine
THESE DAYS Jackson Browne
COUNTRY ROADS John Denver
LADY IN BLACK Uriah Heep
BEFORE YOU ACCUSE ME Eric Clapton
NOBODY KNOWS YOU WHEN YOU’RE DOWN AND OUT Eric Clapton
WHIPPIN’ POST Allman Brothers
PEACEFUL, EASY FEELING Eagles
GIMME 3 STEPS Lynyrd Skynyrd
SIMPLE MAN Lynyrd Skynyrd
LET HER CRY Hootie & the Blowfish
DREAM LOVER Kelly Winfield (original)
ROCKIN’ IN THE FREE WORLD Neil Young
BLUES BEFORE SUNRISE Eric Clapton
SOUTHERN CROSS Crosby, Stills & Nash
BONEY FINGERS Hoyt Axton
GOOD RIDDANCE (TIME OF YOUR LIFE) Green Day
WILLING Little Feat
COWS WITH GUNS Dana Lyons
LITTLE MARTHA Allman Brothers
MAINSTREET Bob Seger
THE DEVIL AIN’T GOT NO RHYTHM Kelly Winfield (original)
GALWAY GIRL Steve Earle
SIGNS Tesla (5 Man Electrical Band)
NIGHT MOVES Bob Seger
LIFE BY THE DROP Stevie Ray Vaughn
THE A@#HOLE SONG David Allen Coe
ICE CREAM MAN Van Halen
REMEMBER SONG Tom Rush
IF MY NOSE WAS RUNNIN’ MONEY Aaron Wilbern
WISH YOU WERE HERE Pink Floyd
MOVE IT ON OVER George Thorogood
GOT MY MOJO WORKIN’ Muddy Waters
THE WIZARD Uriah Heep
DREAMS (I’LL NEVER SEE) Allman Brothers
JESUS JUST LEFT CHICAGO ZZ Top
MADAME BLUE Styx
THE CAPTAIN AND THE KID Jimmy Buffet
BELL BOTTOM BLUES Eric Clapton
PLEASE, DON’T BURY ME John Prine
4 & 20 Crosby, Stills & Nash
THE BALLAD OF SPIDER JOHN Jimmy Buffet
SUMMERTIME BLUES The Who (Eddie Cochran)
HEY, BARTENDER! Johnny Lee
YOUNGBLOOD Bad Company (The Coasters)
MIDNIGHT RIDER Allman Brothers
CROSSROADS Eric Clapton (Robert Johnson)
KEEP YOUR HANDS TO YOURSELF Georgia Satellites
SHAKE YOUR MONEYMAKER Elmore James
I HEAR YOU KNOCKIN' Dave Edmunds
KNOCKIN' ON HEAVEN'S DOOR Bob Dylan
CAN'T YOU SEE Marshall Tucker Band
SEARCHIN' FOR A RAINBOW Marshall Tucker Band
DEAD FLOWERS The Rolling Stones
HONKY-TONK WOMEN The Rolling Stones
THE ROAD GOES ON FOREVER Joe Ely
APE-MAN The Kinks
LAWYERS, GUNS & MONEY Warren Zevon
SHE HATES ME Puddle of Mud
3 A.M. Matchbox 20
DOWN BY THE RIVER Neil Young
ROCKY RACCOON Beatles
MOUNTAIN DEW Charlie Daniels (Traditional, misc.)
LONG-HAIRED COUNTRY BOY Charlie Daniels
TOES Zac Browne
ANOTHER BEER IN MEXICO Kenney Chesney
WAY OUT HERE Josh Thompson
IN COLOR Jamey Johnson
SOME BEACH Blake Shelton
ALL SUMMER LONG Kid Rock
WHISKEY BENT & HELLBOUND Hank Williams Jr.
SMALL-TOWN USA Justin Moore
RIGHT WHERE I NEED TO BE Gary Allan
ARE YOU SURE HANK DONE IT THIS WAY? Waylon Jennings
BIG GREEN TRACTOR Jason Aldean
TEQUILA MAKES HER CLOTHES FALL OFF Joe Nichols
'OLE RED Blake Shelton
PEOPLE ARE CRAZY Billy Currington
MARGARITAVILLE Jimmy Buffett
BILOXI Jimmy Buffett/Jesse Winchester
THE WINO AND I KNOW Jimmy Buffett
CHANGES IN LATTITUDES, CHANGES IN ATTITUDES Jimmy Buffet
DIRTY OLD TOWN The Pogues
IRISH ROVER The Pogues
THE FIELDS OF ATHENRY Traditional Irish folksong
MOLLY MALONE Traditional Irish folksong
SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTS The Dubliners
THE WILD ROVER The Dubliners
DANNY BOY Traditional Irish folksong
BOTANY BAY Traditional Irish folksong
WHISKEY IN THE JAR Belle & Sebastian (Thin Lizzy, etc.)
...Plus a hundred more--too many to list!
Eagles, Jackson Browne, Dan Fogelberg, John Denver, John Prine, CS&N, Blues, Southern Rock, Bluegrass.
110V electrical outlet
APPLAUSE!
Blane K. said “I would highly recommend Mr. Blackburn! Absolutely great! He was perfect for the occasion, very talented, kind and professional musician.”
Robert J. G. said “"I really enjoyed your music, thank you... I was amazed to hear the incredible range in your styles, just great." Robert J Green”
Linda I. said “Having Havy perform at our reception was so romantic. The tropical breezes and Latin guitar were just perfect. Our event location said our wedding was…”
Amy Z. said “This guy is the best I have ever seen, he is really amazing and should be touring nationally!”