Pete Newman is a clarinettist, saxophonist and composer based in Cambridge, UK.
Pete led and composed for 11-piece instrumental funk band Fully Funktional from 1992 - 2005. He also toured internationally with world fusion band Horace X from 1997 - 2006, performing on clarinet and baritone sax. He currently gigs regularly in a jazz quartet with vocalist Cath Coombs and in a variety of line-ups with singer/songwriter George Breakfast.
Pete has experience composing in many styles, as well as writing to picture, and has recently completed a diploma in media composition. For examples of Pete's media composition work, please listen to the (6 MB, mp3 format). Further examples and information can be found on the composition page.
As well as being available for session work on a variety of clarinets and saxophones, Pete can also provide bespoke horn arrangements, whether simply as scored parts or as final recordings to add to your pre-recorded rhythm section.
Please e-mail Pete to discuss any services you may require. He will be completely honest about what can or cannot be provided, and will attempt to put you in touch with someone more suitable if your requirements fall outside of his areas of expertise. See the links page for affiliated musicians and services.
Next gig: April 30th 2010 at the White Horse, Swavesey with George Breakfast
Pete Newman is a clarinettist, saxophonist and composer based in Cambridge, UK.