Chris Rand
SAXOPHONES
London based Saxophonist Chris Rand grew up on the South coast of Dorset. He moved to London to study at the Guildhall School of Music in 2009. He now plays in the top London venues and around the world as Saxophonist to some of the UK's top Jazz and Blues artists.
He has played alongside Rolling Stones Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood, and has performed as guest with George Porter Jr (The Meters) and Guitarists Mick Taylor and Chris Jagger. As well as supporting Allan Evans Trio (Soulive) and The New Mastersounds, Haggis Horns (Amy Winehouse/Adele), George Porter Jr (The Meters) and the Running Partners and Robert Walter's band 20th Congress.
Chris has performed at Ronnie Scotts, Pizza Express Jazz Club, Boarderline, Bulls Head Jazz Club and 100 Club. As well as appearing at festivals including London Jazz, Camp Bestival, Larma Tree, Swanage Jazz, Colne Blues, Ealing Blues and at Ray Davis' Meltdown Festival.
Although primarily a Tenor Saxophone player Chris also plays Soprano, Alto and Baritone Saxophones, as well as doubling on Clarinet and Flute.
Chris Rand Quartet
A few years ago Chris composed a series of works inspired by the literature of Thomas Hardy. Chris is hoping to release a complete CD of the compositions in 2014. However, the latest project will be a CD of compositions paying homage to the great sax players who have inspired Chris such as Sonny Rollins, Hank Mobely and Joshua Redman.
The CD will feature special guests!
Chris Rand - Saxophonist, Composer, Educator
www.chris-rand.com
