2026: Monte Skelton, Soul Architect
Multi-instrumentalist and composer Monte Skelton is a “self-architect” of sound and soul. His music, a sophisticated blend of jazz, R&B, and electronic soundscapes, is the soundtrack to a life consciously rebuilt on the foundations of peace, growth, and optimistic self-reliance. More than just a performer, Skelton translates his journey of philosophical rebuilding into complex, joyful, and deeply peaceful compositions that inspire audiences to see the architectural possibilities in their own lives.
The Looping Experience
Monte Skelton offers a unique musical experience, perfect for a variety of settings including weddings, business events, bars, and small venues. With over 15 years of experience, Monte utilizes looping technology on multiple instruments—including saxophone, EWI, guitar, and bass guitar—to perform familiar songs with his own distinctive flair. It’s a performance not to be missed.
- Format: Solo Multi-Instrumentalist (with looping) Or DUO with Drums
Genre: Jazz / R&B / Pop / Electronic Fusion.
The Jazz Experience
Monte Skelton offers a versatile Jazz experience ideal for intimate, cozy venues or professional business events. Featuring his saxophone and guitar, Monte masterfully crafts the perfect jazzy atmosphere, adapting his performance to seamlessly fit any space or occasion. This refined mix of Jazz classics and Monte’s signature flair ensures his performance is always the crowning touch to your event.
Format: Solo Instrumentalist OR Full Band (Up to 5 people).
The Dance Experience
The Monte Skelton Dance Experience is pure energy, excitement, and hype that will move your soul. Perfect for weddings, dance clubs, and high-energy events, Monte masterfully blends House, Pop, and Classic hits to create an irresistible atmosphere. The show reaches the next level when he breaks out his saxophone, guaranteeing a high-energy, get-out-of-your-seat performance that will truly blow your socks off.
Format: Solo DJ with Saxophone
Genre: House / Dance / Electronic Fusion.
Soul Architect
Saxophonist, Guitarist and EWI player Monte Skelton presents “The Soul Architect,” a powerful 90 minute musical memoir that is more than just a performance—it’s a story of profound rebuilding.
This high-energy fusion show traces the personal journey of losing one’s foundation, support system, and community. The setlist is structured as a story arc: beginning with the destabilizing “Quake,” moving through the challenging process of “Recovery,” and culminating in the celebration of a new path forward.
Skelton’s goal is for the audience to leave feeling empowered and inspired, recognizing their own capacity to rebuild and create a new life from the ground up.
Format: Solo Multi-Instrumentalist (with looping) OR Full Band.
Genre: Jazz / R&B / Electronic Fusion.
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