Ikechi Onyenaka

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Ikechi Onyenaka is an American Jazz Saxophonist, Multi-Instrumentalist, Singer-Songwriter, and Recording Artist from Upper Darby, Pennsylvania on the rise in Modern Jazz.

Studio Work Pricing List

 

International Jazz Saxophonist for Studio Recording, Remote Tracking & Sync Licensing

Ikechi Onyenaka is an internationally available jazz saxophonist and bandleader specializing in professional studio recording, remote saxophone tracking, and sync-ready performances for film, television, and commercial projects.

Operating at the intersection of live artistry and studio precision, Ikechi provides:

• Studio session saxophone recording
• Remote saxophone tracking worldwide
• Jazz and crossover saxophone overdubs
• Broadcast-quality stems for producers and composers
• Sync-licensable saxophone performances for film, TV, and streaming

Unlike event-focused musicians, Ikechi’s recording services are built for:

✔ International Recording Artists & Musicians
✔ Producers & Beat Makers
✔ Music Directors
✔ Film & TV Composers
✔ Sync Agencies
✔ Advertising Creatives

Available worldwide — with professional-grade recording capabilities and fast remote delivery.

 

Studio Work (In-Person “6-Piece Band”)

Available Instruments

  • Alto Saxophone

  • Tenor Saxophone

  • Soprano Saxophone

  • Clarinet

  • Piano

  • Keyboards

  • Auxiliary Keys

  • Guitar

  • Bass

  • Drums

Starting Investment: $2,250

Custom quotes are available based on session scope, instrumentation requirements, travel, production needs, and recording duration.

  • Philadelphia & Delaware County

    • Studio Sessions (1–4 Hours): $2,250

    • Additional Hours: $450/hr

  • Greater Philadelphia

    • Studio Sessions (1–4 Hours): $3,000+

    • Additional Hours: $450/hr

  • Regional

    • Lehigh & North Hampton Counties: $4,500+

    • Northeast Megalopolis: $7,500+

    National

    • Outside Northeast Region: $10,000+

    International

    • Starting at $16,500+

  • Overdubs/Subsequent Recordings: $450 per hour in studio.

+ Passport Ready for National & International Studio Sessions

+ Harmony and Delay Pedal effects option available upon request.


Studio Work (In-Person “5-Piece Band”)

Available Instruments

  • Alto Saxophone

  • Tenor Saxophone

  • Soprano Saxophone

  • Clarinet

  • Piano

  • Keyboards

  • Auxiliary Keys or Guitar

  • Bass

  • Drums

Starting Investment: $2,000

Custom quotes are available based on session scope, instrumentation requirements, travel, production needs, and recording duration.

  • Philadelphia & Delaware County

    • Studio Sessions (1–4 Hours): $2,000

    • Additional Hours: $375/hr

  • Greater Philadelphia

    • Studio Sessions (1–4 Hours): $2,750

    • Additional Hours: $375/hr

  • Regional

    • Lehigh & North Hampton Counties: $4,000+

    • Northeast Megalopolis: $6,500+

    National

    • Outside Northeast Region: $8,500+

    International

    • Starting at $14,000+

  • Overdubs/Subsequent Recordings: $375 per hour in studio.

+ Passport Ready for National & International Studio Sessions

+ Harmony and Delay Pedal effects option available upon request.


Studio Work (In-Person “4-Piece Band”)

Available Instruments

  • Alto Saxophone

  • Tenor Saxophone

  • Soprano Saxophone

  • Clarinet

  • Piano, Keyboards, or Guitar

  • Bass

  • Drums

Starting Investment: $1,750

Custom quotes are available based on session scope, instrumentation requirements, travel, production needs, and recording duration.

  • Philadelphia & Delaware County

    • Studio Sessions (1–4 Hours): $1,750

    • Additional Hours: $300/hr

  • Greater Philadelphia

    • Studio Sessions (1–4 Hours): $2,500

    • Additional Hours: $300/hr

  • Regional

    • Lehigh & North Hampton Counties: $3,500+

    • Northeast Megalopolis: $5,500+

    National

    • Outside Northeast Region: $7,500+

    International

    • Starting at $12,000+

  • Overdubs/Subsequent Recordings: $300 per hour in studio.

+ Passport Ready for National & International Studio Sessions

+ Harmony and Delay Pedal effects option available upon request.


Studio Work (In-Person “Duo”)

Available Instruments

  • Alto Saxophone

  • Tenor Saxophone

  • Soprano Saxophone

  • Clarinet

  • Piano, Keyboards, or Guitar

Starting Investment: $600

Custom quotes are available based on session scope, instrumentation requirements, travel, production needs, and recording duration.

  • Philadelphia & Delaware County

    • Studio Sessions (1–4 Hours): $600

    • Additional Hours: $200/hr

  • Greater Philadelphia

    • Studio Sessions (1–4 Hours): $900+

    • Additional Hours: $200/hr

  • Regional

    • Lehigh & North Hampton Counties: $1,500+

    • Northeast Megalopolis: $2,500+

    National

    • Outside Northeast Region: $4,000+

    International

    • Starting at $7,500+

  • Overdubs/Subsequent Recordings: $200 per hour in studio.

+ Passport Ready for National & International Studio Sessions

+ Harmony and Delay Pedal effects option available upon request.


Studio Work (In-Person “Solo”)

+ Available Instruments

  • Alto Saxophone

  • Tenor Saxophone

  • Soprano Saxophone

  • Clarinet

  • Piano

  • Bass

Starting Investment: $250

  • Philadelphia & Delaware County

    • Studio Sessions (1–4 Hours): $250

      Additional Hours: $100/hr

    Greater Philadelphia

    • Studio Sessions (1–4 Hours): $500+

    • Additional Hours: $100/hr

    Regional

    • Lehigh & North Hampton Counties: $800+

    • Northeast Megalopolis: $1,600+

    National

    • Outside Northeast Region: $2,500+

    International

    • Starting at $4,000+

  • Overdubs/Subsequent Recordings: $100 per hour in studio.

+ Passport Ready for National & International Studio Sessions

+ Harmony and Delay Pedal effects option available upon request.


Studio Work (Remote Tracking “Solo”)

+ Available Instruments

  • Alto Saxophone

  • Tenor Saxophone

  • Soprano Saxophone

  • Clarinet

  • Piano

  • Keyboard/Synthesizers

  • Bass

Investment starts at $250 for One Song/Beat

  • Overdubs/Subsequent Recordings: $150 per additional song.

+ Tracks recorded with music industry leading hardware.

+ Harmony and Delay Pedal effects option available upon request.


Sync Licensing

Investment to be determined after inquiry is received.

+ Ikechi Onyenaka has original music available on all streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, etc)

+ Ikechi Onyenaka is able to record new original music and cover songs remotely.


Sampling

Investment starts at $150 per Video (YouTube, Instagram Reels, TikTok, Facebook. etc)

Song Sampling pricing to be determined via email conversation.


Saxophone Covers

+ Available Instruments

  • Alto Saxophone

  • Tenor Saxophone

  • Soprano Saxophone

  • Clarinet

  • Piano

  • Bass

Investment starts at $250 for Instagram Reel/Facebook Reel/TikTok Post/YouTube Short

Investment starts at $300 for YouTube/Facebook Horizontal Video

Investment starts at $350 for YouTube Horizontal Video and Instagram Reel/Facebook Reel/TikTok Post/YouTube Short Vertical Video

  • Travel and lodging will be required if outside of the Philadelphia/Delaware County, PA area. These charges will be factored into the final quote.

+ Harmony and Delay Pedal effects option available upon request.


What to expect

You deserve a studio session musician that is punctual, professional, and prepared. These are all qualities that Ikechi embodies. Whether approaching ballads, mid-tempo, or high-energy upbeat tunes and beats, Ikechi consistently showcases performer proficiency, demonstrating a unique, powerful range and tone quality in his playing delivering immersive auditory experiences for your fans. Ikechi’s world-class musical improvisational skills shine through on records, providing groundbreaking saxophone solos that will take your audience on emotionally dynamic journeys, keeping them at the edge of their seats as they consume your latest musical compositions. His top-tier professional saxophones and pro audio equipment provide a high-quality audio experience leaving your listeners raving for years to come. So, if you want to hire a Philadelphia saxophonist that is available for music studio recording sessions worldwide, look no further! 


International Recording Sessions | Remote Music Collaborations | Music Sampling | Sync Licensing Music | Sax Covers | Band Covers |  

The sweet-tart, imploring tone that Ikechi Onyenaka favors on alto saxophone may remind you of a few predecessors in the realm of contemporary jazz. He was set on his path by one in particular: Grover Washington, Jr., who like him is considered a product of Philadelphia, with a style that alchemizes elements of soul, jazz, pop, and R&B.
— Nate Chinen (WRTI 90.1)
There is nothing like starting a Friday morning with a cup of coffee cooling in your hand, awaiting the world premiere of Ikechi Onyenaka’s music video for his brand new single, City Dreams. In its introduction, ambient stardust scatters across the keyboard, accompanying quiet interjections from each instrumentalist, that swell and transform into the first climactic statement of the nine minute musical journey.
— Michaela Allen (Neotech Straps)
Ikechi recorded saxophone on one of my tracks a few years back and absolutely killed it. He was able to match the vibe perfectly and improvise a great performance for me to weave into the song effortlessly.
— Alex Fichera (Instagram: @psychicagency)