Live Saxophone and Solo Piano for Resorts, Private Clubs & Special Events

Polished, self-contained live entertainment for hospitality venues, member events, receptions, corporate functions, and upscale private occasions throughout Southwest Florida.

Dave LaGrande provides professional live saxophone and solo piano for resorts, private clubs, hospitality venues, corporate functions, cocktail receptions, weddings, and special events throughout Southwest Florida.

With more than 20 years of professional experience—including over a decade touring nationally and internationally with platinum-selling band Sister Hazel—Dave combines touring-level musicianship with dependable communication, professional sound, polished presentation, and a compact, venue-friendly setup.

Performances are tailored to the environment, from sophisticated background music to more engaging featured entertainment, always with careful attention to volume, atmosphere, and the guest experience.

20+ Years of Professional Experience • 10+ Years Touring with Sister Hazel • The Today Show • Grand Ole Opry • National & International Performances

Audio Selections

Featured Solo Saxophone Reel

A polished, self-contained performance format featuring jazz, soul, pop, American Songbook, smooth jazz, and contemporary favorites with professional backing tracks and high-quality sound production.

Featured Solo Piano Reel

Instrumental piano featuring jazz standards, American Songbook selections, classic pop, rock, and contemporary favorites for lounges, dining rooms, receptions, resorts, private clubs, and upscale gatherings.

Performance Formats

Solo Saxophone

A distinctive live-music option for resorts, private clubs, receptions, waterfront venues, cocktail hours, corporate functions, and special events. Volume and energy are adapted to the room, from elegant background music to featured entertainment.

Solo Piano

Instrumental piano for lounges, dining rooms, hotel lobbies, cocktail receptions, private clubs, and upscale gatherings. Dave can perform on a suitable venue piano or provide a professional keyboard setup when appropriate.

Piano & Saxophone Combination

A flexible option combining solo piano with featured saxophone selections during the same engagement, providing greater variety without the logistics of hiring multiple performers.

Selected Performance Highlights

Featured Client Testimonials

"Dave LaGrande provided the perfect accompaniment for our donor appreciation evening. His professionalism was evident from the start—he was immediately responsive and a joy to work with. He set the atmosphere flawlessly, providing the ideal musical backdrop that elevated the evening without ever overpowering the conversation. We couldn't have asked for a better musician to work with."

Debbie Frank
Executive Director
Boca Grande Health Clinic Foundation

"We had the pleasure of working with Dave at our recent Boca Grande Art Center fundraiser, and he truly elevated the entire experience. His jazz saxophone set the perfect tone—sophisticated, engaging, and well-suited to the event. His natural interaction with the crowd made guests feel welcome and immersed, and his sound complemented the atmosphere beautifully. Dave added a memorable touch to the evening and was a great fit for our event."

Tonya Doherty
Executive Director
Boca Grande Art Center

"A huge thank you to Dave LaGrande for helping make the Rotary District 6960 Conference such a memorable event! Dave's incredible live saxophone and piano performances created the perfect atmosphere as more than 250 Rotarians gathered to reconnect, celebrate another year of service, and strengthen friendships from across the district."

Rotary International District 6960

Featured Story

Long before touring nationally and internationally with platinum-selling band Sister Hazel, Dave spent his career as a music educator—teaching students while building a reputation as a versatile performer and musician.

What began as a single substitute performance with Sister Hazel unexpectedly evolved into more than a decade touring throughout the United States and internationally, performing on stages including The Today Show, the Grand Ole Opry, major festivals, theaters, corporate events, and private functions.

Dave's journey from the classroom to the concert stage was featured by the University of Central Florida Alumni Association, highlighting the relationships, professionalism, and versatility that continue to define his career today.

Read the UCF Alumni feature →

Discuss a Date or Recurring Entertainment Schedule

Dave is currently booking resort programming, private-club appearances, hospitality venues, cocktail receptions, corporate functions, weddings, and special events throughout Southwest Florida.

For recurring entertainment, seasonal scheduling, or a specific event, please include the venue, location, preferred date or schedule, approximate performance length, and whether you are interested in saxophone, piano, or both.

Email: dave@davelagrande.com
Phone: 615-772-5973