Nathan King

Nathan King is a woodwind performer, jazz saxophonist and music educator in the Orange County and Los Angeles area. Nathan King is a freelance, for hire musician, instructor and composer. 

Projects

 

King Quartet

The sound of this quartet maintains an equal balance between traditional and experimental music that is accessible for any audience. They do justice to the jazz standards while also making a unique statement with original compositions that take influence from countless types of music. They have played many of LA's well-known jazz clubs such as the Blue Whale, Catalina's Bar and Grill and the Alvas Showroom. 

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Phat Cat Swinger

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Phat Cat Swinger is a little big band that brings high-energy performances to a wide variety of venues. Their retro showmanship and wide range of musical styles gather influence from Frank Sinatra, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy while incorporating songs and show elements reminiscent of Elton John and Bruno Mars. From appearances in music videos with Christina Aguilera and The Jonas Brothers to festivals and events at the Playboy Mansion to the Happiest Place on Earth, Phat Cat Swinger is one of L.A.'s hottest and most active live bands carrying great American music into new generations. For more information and a list of shows, visit: phatcatswinger.com

 

The Mercy Stone

 

The Mercy Stone is a 12-piece ensemble that is breaking the boundaries between the worlds of rock, jazz, and classical music.  Performing all original instrumental compositions, The Mercy Stone’s music possesses all the intricacies of a finely tuned contemporary-classical chamber ensemble and the energy of a high-octane rock band. Visit their site: www.themercystonemusic.com

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The Fresh Rhythm


The Fresh Rhythm is a high-energy collective of jazz musicians dedicated to re-imagining the American tradition of swing dance and jazz music. The band performs as a 12-piece big band, as well as a smaller, 5-piece jazz combo. The big band enjoys a long running engagement Herb Alpert's Vibrato Jazz Club, Disneyland's Saturday Night Swing, The Cicada Club, Joe's Bar and Grill, Clifton's Republic, and was recently featured on Segerstrom Center for the Arts' "Informally Yours" series. They continue to wow the crowds for corporate gigs and private events ranging from AEG's Christmas party to Catholic Charities Annual Events. Visit their site at: www.thefreshrhythm.com