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Live Saxophone for Weddings, Events & Private Engagements

Ben Claps

Live Saxophone · Chicago & Northwest Suburbs

Transform your wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, private dinner, or corporate event with the elegance of live saxophone. Formally trained, professionally experienced, and ready to make your occasion unforgettable.

Chicago & Northwest Suburbs, IL
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Ben Claps

About Ben

Baritone saxophone specialist & versatile multi-instrumentalist

Ben Claps is a saxophonist from the northwest Chicago suburbs who specializes in the Baritone Saxophone and performs professionally on all saxophones. He holds a Bachelor of Music in Saxophone Performance from Ball State University, where he performed in the Wind Symphony, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra, and Saxophone Ensemble.

Ben's musical background spans concert halls, jazz stages, musical theatre pits, and drum corps fields nationwide. His doubles include Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Tuba, Euphonium, and Trombone — bringing rare versatility and professionalism to every performance.

B.M. — Ball State University Saxophone Performance
Rose Parade 2022 Bands of America Honor Band · Pasadena, CA
Woodwind & Brass Doubles Clarinet · Bass Clarinet · Bassoon · Tuba · Euphonium · Trombone
20+ Ensembles & Productions Concert · Jazz · Musical Theatre · Drum Corps

Sets & Styles

Music for every mood & moment

From timeless jazz standards to modern pop, each set is crafted to match your atmosphere. Mix and match to build the perfect program for your event.

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Jazz Standards

The classic American Songbook — Coltrane, Getz, Monk, Brubeck. Sophisticated, instantly familiar, and utterly timeless.

BebopSwingCool JazzHard Bop
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Cocktail Hour

Smooth, atmospheric background music that keeps conversation flowing. Understated elegance — undeniably present without overpowering the room.

Smooth JazzBossa NovaAmbient
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Wedding Ceremony

Beautiful processionals, recessionals, and ceremony music — from romantic classical pieces to contemporary songs reimagined for saxophone.

ProcessionalRomanticClassicalContemporary
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Dance & Upbeat

Funky grooves, Motown classics, and pop anthems that translate beautifully to saxophone. High energy — made for dancing and celebrating.

FunkMotownR&BPop
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Latin Jazz

Rich rhythms and vibrant melodies — bossa nova, samba, and Afro-Cuban jazz that bring warmth, color, and movement to any setting.

Bossa NovaSambaAfro-Cuban
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Classical & Orchestral

Drawing on formal orchestral training, this set brings refined classical elegance — ideal for gallery openings, formal dinners, and upscale receptions.

ClassicalOrchestralFormal
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Pop & Contemporary

Today's hits and beloved modern classics reimagined through the saxophone — instantly recognizable tunes that connect with every guest.

Top 40Neo-SoulModern
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Dinner Ambience

Crafted for restaurant partnerships and private dining. Understated, sophisticated, designed to elevate the experience without competing with conversation.

Dinner JazzSoftAmbient

Events & Venues

Perfect for any occasion

Live saxophone transforms ordinary gatherings into unforgettable experiences — whatever the setting, whatever the mood.

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Wedding Receptions

From the ceremony processional to the final dance, live saxophone sets the perfect tone for your day.

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Private Dinner Parties

Intimate home gatherings or fully catered affairs elevated with the warmth of live music.

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Corporate Events

Galas, holiday parties, product launches, and client entertaining — make it genuinely memorable.

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Restaurant Residencies

Weekly dinner sets or special nights — keeping guests coming back and enhancing your dining experience.

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Art Gallery Openings

Sophisticated live music that complements the art and elevates the entire opening night atmosphere.

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Birthday Celebrations

Milestone birthdays deserve more than a playlist. Make it a night everyone will talk about for years.

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Hotel & Lounge Residencies

Regular engagements at hotels, lounges, and upscale venues throughout the Chicago area.

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Holiday Parties

Jazz-infused holiday standards and seasonal favorites bring genuine magic to end-of-year celebrations.

Performance Background

Nationally recognized, rigorously trained

B.M. Saxophone Performance · Ball State University · Bands of America Honor Band, Rose Parade 2022 · First Alternate, National Intercollegiate Band · Drum corps with River City Rhythm, Spartans, Elevate Winds & Chromium Winds · 20+ ensembles spanning concert, jazz, musical theatre, and marching.

B.M.
Ball State
10+
Instruments
20+
Ensembles
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Book an Event

Let's make your event unforgettable.

Ready to bring live saxophone to your next event? Fill out the inquiry form and I'll get back to you within 24 hours to discuss availability, set preferences, and how to bring your vision to life.

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Chicago & Northwest Suburbs, IL
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[email protected]
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(555) 000-0000
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Available weekdays & weekends

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