WHO IS THIS "SAX GUY" THAT YOU SPEAK OF?
Versatile, engaging. Fun and funny. 20+ years in the biz, 10 years as a resident of New York City. Ben Golder-Novick AKA Ben The Sax Guy- a uniquely skilled multi-instrumentalist. Currently performing with The Hot Sardines, Rockabilly Christmas, and his own band- Ben & Friends. Check the calendar section for show dates.
Since 2017, Ben has performed eight shows as a featured performer with Dave Matthews, including a recent two-show stint in November of 2021 at Madison Square Garden with The Dave Matthews Band.
Ben is an original member of the critically acclaimed Postmodern Jukebox, going all the way back to the initial inception of the group, as early as 2009. Some of many epic experiences Ben has had with PMJ include seven years of international tours, as well as performing on 20 videos, including "Creep," which has over 100 million views.
Ben's jazz group, "Ben & Friends" can be seen on the nightclub circuit all over New York City, especially at Fine & Rare and the Flatiron Room.
A former public school band director- Ben has been enjoying a "teaching renaissance" over the last five years. He teaches private and small group lessons on a wide range of ages and skill levels. On saxophone, clarinet, flute.
Whether it's playing in front of 20,000 people, teaching a lesson, or jamming at the local bar- Ben adds an abundance of fun, enthusiasm, and music expertise in whatever setting he is in.
Since 2017, Ben has performed eight shows as a featured performer with Dave Matthews, including a recent two-show stint in November of 2021 at Madison Square Garden with The Dave Matthews Band.
Ben is an original member of the critically acclaimed Postmodern Jukebox, going all the way back to the initial inception of the group, as early as 2009. Some of many epic experiences Ben has had with PMJ include seven years of international tours, as well as performing on 20 videos, including "Creep," which has over 100 million views.
Ben's jazz group, "Ben & Friends" can be seen on the nightclub circuit all over New York City, especially at Fine & Rare and the Flatiron Room.
A former public school band director- Ben has been enjoying a "teaching renaissance" over the last five years. He teaches private and small group lessons on a wide range of ages and skill levels. On saxophone, clarinet, flute.
Whether it's playing in front of 20,000 people, teaching a lesson, or jamming at the local bar- Ben adds an abundance of fun, enthusiasm, and music expertise in whatever setting he is in.