Bio

Gareth Lumbers is a versatile and vibrant Saxophonist. A graduate of the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, he continues to record both Saxophone/Flute and tour internationally with Myles Sanko and records sessions for producers & bands such as Emre Turkmen from synth-pop band 'Years and Years', BBC and Warner Brothers. Regular television appearances include BBC's 'The Voice' and Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Gareth has played across Europe and beyond with artists and venues such as

Cologne Philharmonie Hall, Luxembourg Philharmonie Hall, Salle De Pleyel (Paris), London's Coliseum, Marciac Jazz Festival, Nice Jazz Festival,Casa De Musica (Porto)
Duc De Lombard (Paris), New Morning (Paris).

Being a committed educator, Gareth is a regular tutor at some most prestigious schools in the UK, teaching Saxophone and leading workshops/masterclasses in performance, improvisation and ensemble playing.

As a session musician Gareth can provide tenor, baritone and alto saxophones, and also flute, clarinet and full horn sessions to an outstanding quality standard.

Credits include

Myles Sanko, Emre Turkmen, Billy Ocean, Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, Haircut 100, Nick Heyward, the BBC, Warner Brothers and more.

Accreditations

Jazz Saxophone (Guildhall School of Music and Drama)