Mark Wilde - Saxophonist

As one of the most sought-after saxophonists and clarinettists in Dublin, Mark has performed in many of Ireland's leading concert halls and venues. He has worked regularly with the RTE Concert Orchestra , Irish Film Orchestra , BBC Ulster Orchestra and has performed on many Recordings, Concert and TV programmes. A recent highlight for Mark was performing and recording with Grammy Award winning jazz vocalist Kurt Elling for The Chamber Music Project written by Brian Byrne.

Mark's saxophone and clarinet playing has recently featured on National Lottery commercials , Michael Flately's - 'Celtic Tiger' , Katie Melua's - 'Piece By Piece' , Celtic Woman -  'A Christmas Celebration' and live on RTE Radio 1 with Imelda May.

A particular passion of Mark's is Big Band and Jazz music , he is the band leader and founder of well known Dublin Jazz Orchestra - The Hot House Big Band and he also occupies the Lead Alto position with many of Ireland's Big Bands . They include the Paul Dunlea , Dave Gold , Jim Doherty and Brian Byrne Big Bands.

Mark is also a member of Dublin band 'Aja' and he is a busy performer on the Irish wedding and corporate scene.