More about Dan Roy

Dan comes from a very musical family and his passion for music is life-long. Starting on the Clarinet at age seven, Dan’s ability to play by ear became apparent early on. Whilst studying classical pieces, there was always a natural attraction to play along with jazz and jazz funk records and this ultimately lead to a switch to the Saxophone from age twelve.  Dan also studied the piano which helped his appreciation and understanding of harmony and chord voicing.

Involved in numerous ensembles, bands and solo performances (including singing at the American Embassy) throughout his school years, Dan was presented with the ‘Outstanding Commitment to Music’ award in his final year.

Dan has performed and recorded demos (over 15+ years) with a number of bands mainly across pop and jazz funk / jazz. Venues include – The Troubadour (Earls Court), The Mean Fiddler, The Arts Theatre (West End), The Railway Inn (Winchester), Sutton Music Festivals, and improvising sessions with DJs on 'Thames River Boat Cruises'.

A keen user of music technology, Dan has composed a number of original tracks and creates new arrangements of well known jazz and chart tunes.

Influences (a few favourites) - Stan Getz - Dexter Gordon - Art Porter
- Stevie Wonder - Grover Washington Jr. - George Michael - Frank Sinatra
- Glen Miller - Miles Davis - John Coltrane - Michael Brecker - The Police/Sting
- Oscar Peterson - David Sanborn - Paul Desmond - Dick Morrissey
- Branford Marsalis - James Taylor - Candy Dulfer - Cannonball Adderley