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Andre 'SaxMan' Brown
From the age of 5 Andre was already playing music by ear on his recorder. Age ten he progressed on to the Alto Sax. By fifteen he had completed his formal music exams, passed Grade 8 with distinction, and joined the National Youth Jazz Orchestra.
Alongside his classical training Andre developed a strong gospel influenced, soulful jazz sound, leading to numerous appearances at weddings & church events including Festival of Life and KICCs I.G.O.C. the two largest Gospel events in the UK; the latter being broadcast around the world.
Andre has been featured with the UKs top emerging and established Gospel Artists including neo soul RnB group Four Kornerz, Kingsway Recording Artist Noel Robinson and most recently with the LCGC (London Community Gospel Choir) at the Jazz Cafe, the Royal Albert Hall & on BBC1s Songs of Praise.
The 'SaxMan' can also be spotted delivering his charismatic vibe and startling performances in some of Londons top Mayfair clubs with a live band or pitting his skills against the DJ. Appearances include Cafe de Paris, China White, Capisce, Pangaea, Aura, Umbuba, Play Rooms(10rooms), Yatra and Smollenskys on the Strand
In early 2006 Andre was invited into the newest incarnation of the Tomorrow's Warriors band and can be seen performing with them at the Spice of Life (6 Moor St, W1D 5NA) between 1-4pm every last Sunday of the Month.
At 22, Andr has over 4 years teaching experience and emphasizes the importance of understanding theory and practical musicianship.
Andre is sharing the sounds of uplifting, soul moving, music with people from every walk of life.
Worked Alongside
Omar, Basement Jaxx, Terri Walker, Kele Le Roc, Angie Brown, Tamlins (J.A.)
Joann Rosario, Rev Jesse Dixon, T. D. Jakes,
Worked for Sony Records, Universal Records...
Appeared in the movie "Wondrous Oblivion" (playing Sax)
Apperared in "Jacobs Club Piano Add" 1996 (Age 12)
TV Appearances on MTV Base April 2005, R Music TV April 2006, BBC1 May 2005, Disney Channel, ITV1 & Channel 4 March April 2005
Performed in Holland, Spain, Italy and across the UK.
Played in worship band at Soul Survivor 2006 alongside Tim Hughes and other artists
