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About Edmond Baker, Jr.
Edmond Baker, Jr. a.k.a. "Uptown Saxman" was born and raised in the small town of Brazoria, TX (population 2,800). He started playing the saxophone in 1982 in the 6th grade, at age 11. And playing in the Jr. High band his 7th-8th grade years, was the only formal musical training he received. He believes his ability to play is a gift from God because he plays from his soul. Some of his saxophone influences over the years have been Kenny G., Kirk Whalum, and Vernard Johnson. After playing for 20 years, he took a leap of faith and pursued his music as a full-time career in January 2002.
Edmond performs all over the United States, with Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma being the primary States. But he has also performed for corporate and private events in Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, Georgia, California, Illinois, North & South Carolina, Las Vegas, Arizona, Ohio, Arkansas, Michigan, Indiana, Tennessee, Kansas, Colorado, and more.
The results speak for themselves as Edmond has been Five-Star-rated and the Top Saxophonist in the Nation on Gigmasters/The Bash, and Gigsalad since 2009!
The results speak for themselves as Edmond has been Five-Star-rated and the Top Saxophonist in the Nation on Gigmasters/The Bash, and Gigsalad since 2009!
"I want people to know that I absolutely LOVE what I do! And I play from my soul.” - Edmond Baker, Jr.
Check Out Some Of Edmond’s Performances and Speeches
Saxophonist Edmond Baker, Jr. - National Anthem
Saxophonist Edmond Baker, Jr. - Blues Groove
Saxophonist Edmond Baker, Jr. - Motivational Speech
