Billy Anderson
International Saxophonist
Saxophonist Billy Anderson has gained an impressive status due to his dedication and determination. He has rapidly built a rapport with both his audiences and nightclubs across the country. His energy filled performances have guided him to several residences around Leeds and Birmingham.
Highlights
*Billy has performed sax all over the UK with many artists and DJs, and has played at some top venues and festivals including Glastonbury and Cheltenham Jazz Festival.
*Based in Birmingham, Billy graduated with 1st class honors degree in Jazz at Leeds College of Music and was awarded the Dave Cooper Memorial Prize
Biography
Saxophonist Billy Anderson has gained an impressive status due to his dedication and determination. He has rapidly built a rapport with both his audiences and nightclubs across the country. His energy filled performances have guided him to several residences around Leeds and Birmingham.
Under the tuition of Jamiroquai's saxophonist Jim Corry and international Jazz artist Joel Purnell, Billy has recently graduated with a 1st class honours degree in Jazz at Leeds College Of Music and was awarded the Dave Cooper Memorial Prize for Jazz Saxophone. Billy has recorded several tracks with Stuart Ojelay and James Garrett, of which have gained national recognition.
Heavily influenced by Jazz, Funk and Soul, Billy has acquired a unique and distinctive sound mesmorising his audience. Winter 2011 saw Billy perform his first international gig in Azerbaijan with Prestigious house label, Hed Kandi at the young age of 20. Since then, Billy accomplished a national reputation with House DJ’s and is currently performing with many other live musicians on the circuit.
