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Stories, songs & sax.
Wedding venue guides, song inspiration, behind-the-scenes from gigs, and the odd tangent. Written by Cat from her studio in Chester.
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Why Live Sax & Cinematic Wedding Films Are the Perfect Match

The moments people remember most at weddings are the ones that feel real - here's why live sax and a great videographer belong together.
9 Dec 2025
4 min read
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5 Nov 2024 · 8 min

Derbyshire Wedding Venues: 10 Luxurious Locations for Your Big Day

Still searching for your wedding venue in the wonderful hills of Derbyshire? Here are 10 of my favourites in the Derbyshire countryside.
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saxophonique standing in the sunshine golden hour in mallorca
31 Oct 2023 · 7 min

Ibiza Sax: From Sunset Parties to Weddings in the UK

Ever wondered how we got from jazz and blues to Ibiza Sax? A brief history of the genre and what it means today.
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20 Oct 2023 · 7 min

Here's 10 of My Favourite Cheshire Wedding Venues

I've played 100s of venues across Cheshire – here are 10 of my favourites, with notes on what works for live music.
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cat from saxophonique running the richmond marathon
13 Oct 2023 · 4 min

Charitable Giving and Planting Trees

I donate a small percentage from every booking to charity, and plant a tree for every event I play – here's the why.
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cat from saxophonique at a wedding with hands in the air black and white
6 Oct 2023 · 9 min

Top Saxophone Songs for Weddings

After playing 100s of weddings, here's a compilation of sax songs that always work – ceremony, drinks reception and the dancefloor.
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bride and groom holding hands at a wedding during their first dance
4 Oct 2023 · 10 min

47 First Dance Ideas for 2023

A compilation of first dance ideas, FAQs and tips – including a Spotify playlist of every track.
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cat from saxophonique at pickering street studios holding her saxophone
24 Nov 2022 · 4 min

Oh Hey There!

My very first ever blog post as Saxophonique – a quick reintroduction, the story so far, and what's next.
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