Jim played for a dinner party that I hosted in my backyard on November 3rd for 15 of my friends. The music was over the top. Wonderful!! A few couples danced around the pool. It made for a perfect evening.
Liz
November 6, 2023
Jim thank you for an exceptional job. We appreciate you for sharing our twenty Fifth Anniversary with us today.
You are the epitome of Smooth Jazz personified.
Rev. Alonzo McKenzieJune 24, 2023
Jim performed at our wedding last weekend and he is amazing! His music is beautiful and was perfect for our wedding. He was very responsive during booking and the weeks leading up to our wedding. He played all of our requests and everyone at our event commented how much they loved his music! Thanks again Jim!
Emily W.
June 26, 2023
Jim was absolutely perfect for our event - he was very professional, punctual, answered all my questions, and is a great musician. All of our attendees really enjoyed his music and I would highly recommend him.
Laurie
March 14, 2023
I would highly recommend Mr. Blackburn! Absolutely great! He was perfect for the occasion, very talented, kind and professional musician.
We hired Jim for a surprise 60th birthday for my dad. Jim was a real hit! He brought such great energy. He’s very talented and a pleasure to work with. We will definitely keep him in mind for future parties in FLA.
Jim played saxophone at our Charity Event this past weekend which was a 1920's theme. He was absolutely fantastic. Everyone remarked at how fantastic he was. I would recommend him with confidence!
Mary V. April 16, 2019
Jim's music was fabulous. A great addition to our event!
Mary R.
November 24, 2017
This was the second event we have hired Jim to play for our group - this time it was an afternoon Garden Party at the White Orchid at Oasis for about 60 people. Jim’s music provided the perfect backdrop for an elegant and festive cocktail hour and dinner party. He always knows exactly what to play for easy listening along with some nice music for dancing!
Carol & Marv
November 27, 2017
We were beyond thrilled to have him play at our big event! Our guests were thrilled by his entertainment and he helped tap into the ambiance of the evening. Without hesitation, I would, and will, use him again and recommend him to anyone who wants professionalism combined with great talent.
Pat Lago
November 15, 2017
Jim was fantastic for the event we held in a McDonald's restaurant. He is a total professional and perfectly set the tone for the Brunch event we were hosting. I highly recommend him for any event and certainly plan to book him again and again!
Amberli P.
October 9, 2016
We had heard Jim play many times in a public venue and always enjoyed his music. He plays a wide repertoire of smooth jazz, mellow listening music and lots of fav standards that are suitable for dancing. Recently we asked Jim to play for us during a private cocktail and dinner party at the Captiva Island Yacht Club. Everyone really enjoyed the evening and we had many many compliments on our choice of entertainment. Thank you Jim (and his lovely wife Gail too!) Highly recommend him for a class act all the way!
Carol and Marv
Jan. 24, 2016
Jim Blackburn was absolutely perfect! His talent and professionalism was more than I had expected. It was the cherry on top of the ice cream!
I have many parties / events, and all my guests at this event were very impressed with Jim and his talent. I recommend hiring Jim Blackburn for your next event, if you really want to entertain your guests in style. Many Thanks to you Jim
Jim did a fabulous job providing background music for our daughter's wedding cocktail hour & dinner. We corresponded with Jim a number of times via email to outline our thoughts for the event. Jim was always prompt in his response. Jim took our direction and planned a wide array of musical selections that was pleasing for all who attended. His music was entertaining, the volume level was perfect, and his proficiency amazing. Jim was a delight to work with and added such a special touch to our cocktail and dinner hour! The guests of all ages, loved the music he provided! I would highly recommend him to provide background music for any event that you may be planning. We look forward to booking Jim again for another future event! Bravo!
Deb A.
May 7, 2016
Jim is so talented! Many of my guests commented specifically about how much they enjoyed his music! He was punctual, personable, flexible, and reasonably priced! We will definitely use him again in the future and will recommend him to anyone who needs great entertainment to add a wonderful atmosphere to their occasion. Thanks, Jim!"
Norma P.
Event Date: 3/31/2015
Our experience with Jim Blackburn was amazing. He was very professional, a wonderful musician and extremely easy to work with. I would recommend him to anyone.
Diane W,
May 24th, 2016
Our private club hired Jim Blackburn for a small event for about 50-60 members. He did an absolutely amazing job and impressed all of the members who attended. He arrived well in advance to make sure that he was set up on time before the event started. He brought his own lighting which was a perfect touch to the event. He was so great that a member hired in on the spot for their own private event. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a professional musician!
Kaylee
Dec 15, 2014
I own a salon and have had Jim play for several of our events. He is a wonderful musician and he is so warm and personable our clients now ask me if we are going to have Jim play every time we post an event! He is simply the best.
Patty
Dec 10, 2011
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Very professional, exactly what I wanted after reviewing other jazz entertainers. I highly recommend Jim, very friendly, played request and played the era of music that my son loves.
Debra
Oct. 29, 2024
Maryann G.
September 5, 2024
You made us all feel special. Beautifully orchestrated music. Thank you!
MaeganDecember 23, 2023
Always a pleasure to have Jim perform for our Club members. He is so easy to work with and takes a casual setting and kicks it up a notch with his varied repertoire. He is a classy gentleman and a true professional.
Laurie
November 15, 2021
Just saw Jim at Rosy Tomorrows the past Sunday. Very Impressed! Played a wide selection of songs with his own twists. Came home and immediately got online to find his calendar. Looking forward to listening him play again
Mark
March 31, 2021
Very Professional, Great Performance, Punctual
Douglas
March 9, 2021
Paige C.May 10, 2020
Jim played at the cocktail sunset hour at the Ritz Carlton Beach Club in Sarasota Florida. He was perfect--- from the musical selection to the pure beautiful sounds of his saxophone ....we are very fortunate to have found him ...... he played non stop for an hour at the initial cocktail reception of the wedding reception... looking dapper too!
Patti Griffin
Dec. 1, 2018
Mr. Blackburn was very punctual and attentive to our requests. He made our gathering as intimate and familiar as we wanted it. His music was soothing and entertaining, lively and fun at other times. He is very personable and it made our Saturday night a memorable experience as it had the perfect mixture of art and entertainment. I will hire him again for future events as I want to listen to the variety of genres from different times that he can play.
Wendy C.
September 23, 2017
Jim's music was fabulous. A great addition to our event!
Mary R.
November 24, 2017
Noelle K.
May 22, 2016
Jim is a real pro--very talented with a great music selection. He played for us for four hours and everyone loved him. He even learned my parent’s favorite song so he could play it for them. He took our party to another level. And he was lovely to deal with.
Resa P.
June 2, 2016
Jim was a delight to work with. He was early stayed 'til the party was over and he provided great music. Had many, many compliments last nite about how his background music added to the evening. He said he was there to add to the enjoyment and would adjust to the mood of the crowd ,and he handled it like a real pro without a need to be the center of attention . He was great!"
Virginia P.
12/18/2014
Jim is an exceptional Sax player with a wide variety of music. He has been working in our restaurant, Vino De Notte in downtown Fort Myers for several months and our guests love him.
Tim O.
Aug 3, 2012
Jim performed for our New Year's Eve cocktail party and was fantastic. He has also played for some of our other events and people love it. Great at communicating before and after the event, always answered to my emails promptly, great personality, and very professional. Definitely recommend him.
Ixel H.January 4, 2020