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”)

Investment starts at $1,400

• First 1-4 hours is $1,400. All subsequent hours are an additional $450 per hour ($75 per person). (i.e, 5 Hours = $1,850, 6 Hours = $2,300, 7 Hours = $2,750)

• All subsequent hours are an additional $450 per hour ($75 per person).

• Recording sessions in the following counties, (Montgomery County, Chester County, Bucks County, Lehigh County, Northampton County, Burlington County, Camden County, Gloucester County, and New Castle County), will incur a starting investment of $2,800.

• Recording sessions in the following Northeast Megalopolis cities, (Allentown, New York Metropolitan Area, Greater Boston, Baltimore-Washington Corridor, Southern End, and Connecticut), will incur a starting investment of $5,600.

• If the recording session is outside of the Philadelphia Tri-State Area, the starting investment will be $7,500.

• International Events will have a starting investment of $16,500.

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

+ Ikechi Onyenaka with Piano, Auxiliary Keys, Guitar, Bass, Drums

+ Harmony and Delay Pedal effects option available upon request.

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

Investment starts at $1,200

• First 1-4 hours is $1,200. All subsequent hours are an additional $375 per hour ($75 per person). (i.e, 5 Hours = $1,575, 6 Hours = $1,950, 7 Hours = $2,325)

• All subsequent hours are an additional $375 per hour ($75 per person).

• Recording sessions in the following counties, (Montgomery County, Chester County, Bucks County, Lehigh County, Northampton County, Burlington County, Camden County, Gloucester County, and New Castle County), will incur a starting investment of $2,400.

• Recording sessions in the following Northeast Megalopolis cities, (Allentown, New York Metropolitan Area, Greater Boston, Baltimore-Washington Corridor, Southern End, and Connecticut), will incur a starting investment of $4,800.

• If the recording session is outside of the Philadelphia Tri-State Area, the starting investment will be $6,500.

• International Events will have a starting investment of $14,000.

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

+ Ikechi Onyenaka with Piano, Auxiliary Keys or Guitar, Bass, Drums

+ Harmony and Delay Pedal effects option available upon request.

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

Investment starts at $1,000

• First 1-4 hours is $1,000. All subsequent hours are an additional $300 per hour ($75 per person). (i.e, 5 Hours = $1,300, 6 Hours = $1,600, 7 Hours = $1,900)

• All subsequent hours are an additional $300 per hour ($75 per person).

• Recording sessions in the following counties, (Montgomery County, Chester County, Bucks County, Lehigh County, Northampton County, Burlington County, Camden County, Gloucester County, and New Castle County), will incur a starting investment of $2,000.

• Recording sessions in the following Northeast Megalopolis cities, (Allentown, New York Metropolitan Area, Greater Boston, Baltimore-Washington Corridor, Southern End, and Connecticut), will incur a starting investment of $4,000.

• If the recording session is outside of the Philadelphia Tri-State Area, the starting investment will be $5,500.

• International Events will have a starting investment of $11,000.

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

+ Ikechi Onyenaka with Piano or Guitar, Bass, Drums

+ Harmony and Delay Pedal effects option available upon request.

Studio Work (In-Person “Duo”)

Investment starts at $600

• First 1-4 hours is $600. All subsequent hours are an additional $150 per hour ($75 per person). (i.e, 5 Hours = $750, 6 Hours = $900, 7 Hours = $1,050)

• All subsequent hours are an additional $150 per hour ($75 per person).

• Recording sessions in the following counties, (Montgomery County, Chester County, Bucks County, Lehigh County, Northampton County, Burlington County, Camden County, Gloucester County, and New Castle County), will incur a starting investment of $1,200.

• Recording sessions in the following Northeast Megalopolis cities, (Allentown, New York Metropolitan Area, Greater Boston, Baltimore-Washington Corridor, Southern End, and Connecticut), will incur a starting investment of $2,400.

• If the recording session is outside of the Philadelphia Tri-State Area, the starting investment will be $3,500.

• International Events will have a starting investment of $6,000.

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

+ Ikechi Onyenaka and Piano or Guitar

+ 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! 

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