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SAXOPHONIST - SAXOPHONE TEACHER - DJ

MIKE RYRIE

I am Mike Ryrie, and I live for music – and like life itself, my music is always in motion. As a DJ and saxophonist, I have played on numerous stages throughout my musical journey in Switzerland, Italy, Germany, Austria, France, Israel, Africa, and England. I am a versatile saxophonist who feels at home in various formations and styles – from jazz, funk, soul, blues, fusion, and gypsy to afro, reggae, pop, and Latin, as well as evergreens, charts, and rock.

With my DJ duo Audio Tribe, alongside Patrick Gisler, we create a lively atmosphere in clubs and at festivals, captivating our audience with electronic music. I also perform successfully as an event DJ at weddings and corporate events, always bringing the dance floors to life. From this creative work, my personal fusion of electronica and jazz has emerged – I combine my saxophone with modern beats and integrate it into my DJ sets. This unique blend fascinates me just as much as pure, straightforward jazz-funk.

For me, there are no boundaries in music – only those in our minds, and even those should be broken time and again. My versatility and talent make me a sought-after musician who turns every event into an unforgettable experience. As a trained musician with a degree from the Zurich University of the Arts, I live my dream as a professional musician to the fullest. In addition to numerous band projects, I lead one of the most successful jam sessions in Switzerland at Amboss Rampe in Zurich, organize band workshops, teach saxophone, and tour with my bands and as a DJ to all the places where music calls me.

BANDS AND PROJECTS

AMBOSS RAMPE JAM SESSION

Fusion - Funk - Jazz - Soul - Rock - Pop

The Amboss Rampe Jam Session is an experience for both musicians and listeners alike.

The captivating atmosphere, relentless groove, and perfect location make this jam one of the best around.

BOUYE

African - European Roots and Rhythms

An explosive mix of musical styles from different cultures, filled with fiery soul,

African rhythms, jazzy melodies, and goodvibes.

With two successful albums and acclaimed performances in Switzerland and Senegal,

BOUYE has established itself asa prominent figure in the music scene.

The charismatic frontwoman Andrea Janser captivates the audience with her warm andpowerful voice,

singing in French, English, German, and Wolof.

The multinational, virtuosic band delivers an exhilaratingperformance,

where energy and passion are palpable.

Together, they create a unique musical atmosphere that invites theaudience

to laugh, dance, reflect, and celebrate together.

AUDIO TRIBE

Dub - Downbeat - Electronica

Audio Tribe is a DJ Soundsystem

founded by Patrik Gisler and Mike Ryrie

References

Saint Louis Jazz Festival, Senegal - South African Embassy Bern - VIP Event Art on Ice - SO36 Berlin - Zermatterhof Zermatt - Argovia Openair Birrfeld - Volkshaus Zürich - CSS Versicherungen Schweiz - Kaufleuten Zürich - The World Economic Forum (WEF) Davos - Hotel Bellevue des Alpes Kleine Scheidegg - Kanzlei Zürich - Raiffeisen Bank - Seerose Resort Meisterschwanden - Gurten Open Air - Sonnenkönigin Eventschiff Bodensee - Swiss Re Schweiz - G-Star Schweiz - W Verbier - Haute Zürich - The Blinker Cham - Schloss Amberg Austria - Giardino Verde Schweiz - Wellnesshotel Golf Panorama Lipperswil - Mambo Cafe Zürich - K-Bar Geneva - Sofa Beat Tel Aviv - Mercedes Benz Schweiz - Rote Fabrik Zürich - Wagenburg Hamburg - Schloss Amberg Feldkirch - Zunfthaus zur Waage Zürich - Sternradio Berlin - Park Hyatt Zürich - Clouds Zürich - Amboss Rampe Zürich - Schloss Laufen Schweiz - Merkker Baden - Barzilay Tel Aviv - Le Mouton Noir Verbier - X-tra Zürich - Halle 36 Baden - Exil Zürich - Bank Wegelin ST. Gallen - Ikea Schweiz - Long Street Carnival Zürich - Züri Fäscht - Abraxas Tel Aviv - Albani Winterthur - Rohstofflager Zürich - Gaswerk Winterthur - Restaurant Falcone Zürich - Muffathalle Munich - Trafo Baden - Insel Mainau Germany - Winner My Coke Music Competition 2011 Schweiz - Dynamo Zürich - Winterthurer Musikfestwochen - El Local Zürich - Riders Palace Laax - Aubrey Zürich - Sofabeat Tel Aviv - Alte Kaserne Zürich - Bolgenschanze Davos - Kraftfeld Winterthur - Dachkantine Zürich - Schloss Laufen Dachsen - Yaam Berlin - Heinz Julens Wedding Zermatt - Moods Zürich - Schüür Luzern - Bagatelle Zürich - Afro Pfingsten Winterthur - Mascotte Zürich - Kiff Aarau - Härterei Zürich - Rampe Bubikon - Besame Mucho Zürich - Salzhaus Winterthur - Bar Rossi Zürich - Sakaya Tel Aviv - Maag Halle Zürich - Longstars Zürich - Galvanik Zug - Stall 6 Zürich - Kornhauskeller Bern - Summerjam Open Air Köln - Badenfahrt Baden - Nordstern Basel - Barfussbar Frauenbadi Zürich - Coupole Bienne - Kammgarn Schaffhausen - Arcade Geneva - Gerolds Garten Zürich - Malans Openair - Basilica Zürich - Tap Tap Schaffhausen - Longstreet Bar Zürich - Kameha Grand Zürich - Werkstatt Chur - Chez Vrony Zermatt - Honky Tonk Chur - Glücklich Open Air Luzern - Helsinki Zürich - Jazzclub Uster - Rössli Stäfa - Barby Tel Aviv - UBS Switzerland - Kulturfabrik Wetzikon - Mehrspur Zürich - Nordportal Baden - Papiersaal Zürich - P1 Club Dübendorf - Plaza Club Zürich - Reithalle Zürich - Openair Safiental - Restaurant Josef Zürich - Parktheater Grenchen - Sommercasino Basel - Helsinki Zürich - Rundfunk FM Zürich - Meier's Pool Bar Schaffhausen - Dieci Rapperswil - Honky Tonk Luzern - Jazzmeile Rorschach - Dada Bar Zürich - Mikes Place Tel Aviv - Cabaret Voltaire Zürich - Gaskessel Bern - Jazzclub Rorschach - Bar Rouge Basel - Altes Hallenbad Feldkirch - Havanna Luzern - Tonhalle Wil - Madeleine Luzern - Obere Mühle Dübendorf - MaDonna Bar Zürich - Schlauer Bauer Openair Wetzikon - Zeughausbar Uster - Giardino Verde Zürich - Devis Bar Zürich - Doppelleu Brauerei Winterthur - Heitere Openair Zofingen - Hamilton Lodge Belalp - Centro Dannemann Brissago - Hotel President Wilson Geneva - Schloss Ueberstorf - Belvoirpark Zürich - Hotel Grischa Davos - Hotel Vitznauerhof - Schloss Lenzburg - Zunfthaus zur Meisen Zürich - Giesserei Zürich - Hotel Kettenbrücke Aarau - Kaffee Klatsch Klosters - Dolder Grand Zürich - Lake Side Zürich - KKL Luzern - Hamilton Lodge Zweisimmen - Schloss Böttstein - countless weddings, corporate events and many, many more club gigs...

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TUITION

I give tuition in baritone, tenor, alt and soprano saxophone in various music schools as well as to private individuals, in all styles, ranging from jazz, funk, fusion, pop and latin to classic. As instructor, I adapt to the individual wishes of my students. With the appropriate selection of technical exercises, demonstrative examples and individual music preferences, everyone is able to achieve a level at which one can express himself musically in a relatively short time. This stimulates the pleasure of playing and encourages to practice further. With advanced students, professionals and bands, I support and coach the further development of existing styles, as well as the introduction of new styles, improvisation and sound development.

I give private tuition either in my studio in Zurich, Kreis 5, or any other preferred location. Tuition tariffs are mutually agreed upon in advance. The tariffs include tuition, studio costs or my travel expenses.

Please submit your requests for tuition or questions HERE. Please inform me which type of saxophone you play or wish to learn, which style of music you prefer and if you are a beginner or how long you have been playing saxophone. For professionals and bands, please indicate in which direction you wish to develop further.

FRIENDS FAMILY AND OTHER LINKS

Credits for Photographic work:

Fabio Proh

Olivier Wenger

FOR RESERVATIONS AND TUITION

Event reservations: I am available as a solo performer, in a duo or in a band. I play as saxophonist or DJ at weddings, birthdays and corporate events, on large and small stages, as front man, sideman or in bands in all types of imaginable and unimaginable projects. I am also available for studio recordings.

For tuition information or a booking for your event, please give a short description of your project/event under 'Your message'.