Bio
About My Background, Projects and Work as a Musician
I am a saxophonist, recorder player and singer whose work ranges from concert halls and festivals to private celebrations, corporate events and artistic projects.
On this page you will find a short biography, professional materials and more information about my background as a musician.
Eero Saunamäki
Eero Saunamäki is a Finnish saxophonist, recorder player and singer known for his versatility, distinctive artistic voice and strong stage presence. His work ranges from event music and private celebrations to concert halls, from early music to contemporary music, and from personal artistic projects to audience-friendly concert concepts.
Saunamäki moves naturally between different styles, line-ups and performance settings. As a saxophonist and singer, he works widely in live ensembles, private events, concerts and his own artistic projects. His performances combine presence, style, atmosphere and an approachable connection with the audience.
As a singer, he is especially drawn to pop, soul and jazz. He often combines vocals, saxophone and recorder in ways that make his performances personal, versatile and memorable.
As a recorder player, Saunamäki is one of the best-known performers in his field in Finland. He has appeared as a soloist with more than ten Finnish symphony orchestras and premiered numerous new works. His artistic work is defined by personal expression, strong stage presence and a desire to expand the way audiences experience the recorder.
He has collaborated with many leading conductors and composers. BIS Records released Kalevi Aho’s recorder concerto with Saunamäki as soloist in 2023.
As a saxophonist, Saunamäki has appeared as a soloist with Saimaa Sinfonietta, the Lapland Chamber Orchestra and Vaasa City Orchestra, and has worked with several leading Finnish orchestras. As a member of Aava Saxophone Quartet, he has performed for more than ten years in concert series around Finland and premiered new music by Finnish composers. He also works as a saxophonist in the Finnish Guards Band.
In addition to performing, Saunamäki works as a pedagogue, creates new concert concepts and actively develops his own artistic projects. He teaches at the Sibelius Academy of the University of the Arts Helsinki and serves as Executive Director and one of the Artistic Planners of the BRQ Vantaa Festival.
His work combines artistic ambition, communication, curiosity and a strong connection with audiences.
Professional Materials
Below you will find additional materials, including biographies, repertoire lists and performance information.
Upcoming Performances
14 July 2026 Casa Mare Restaurant, Helsinki
Memories of Lauttasaari – themed afternoon coffee event
17–18 July 2026 Kuopio
Recorder concerts at the BarokkiKuopio Festival
25 July 2026, 5:00–8:00 PM Kotka
Performance with a DJ at Sataman Hittibileet
26 July – 1 August 2026 Tuusula
Recorder concerts at Meidän Festivaali
8 August 2026, 6:30 PM Tikkurila Church, Vantaa
Recorder and vocal performance with Tuuli Lindeberg and the VVO at the BRQ Vantaa Festival
11 August 2026, 12:00 PM St. Lawrence Chapel, Vantaa
Recorder Guru concert at the BRQ Vantaa Festival
25–28 August 2026 Oulu
School concerts with the Oulu Symphony Orchestra
28 August 2026, 2:00 PM Valkea Shopping Centre, Oulu
Performing as bandleader, saxophonist and recorder player with the Oulu Symphony Orchestra
30 August 2026 Teljä Church, Pori
Timeless Bach & Free Voices concert
5–11 September 2026 Kaarina
Recorder Guru school concerts
25 September 2026 Private Event, Helsinki
Master of Ceremonies, saxophonist and lead vocalist with the band at a corporate event
29 September 2026 Luxembourg
Solo recorder recital
4 October 2026 Temppeliaukio Church, Helsinki
Concert for recorder and saxophone with Kirill Kozlovski
8 October 2026 Rajamäki Church, Nurmijärvi
Timeless Bach & Free Voices concert with saxophonist Esa Pietilä
10 October 2026 Musiikkitalo (Camerata Hall), Helsinki
Concert with the Aava Saxophone Quartet
17 October 2026 Private Event, Tampere
Birthday celebration performance with the band
20–22 October 2026 Vaasa
Recorder soloist in Taidetestaajat concerts with the Vaasa City Orchestra
4 November 2026 Sibelius Museum, Turku
Concert for recorder and saxophone with Kirill Kozlovski
10 November 2026 Leppävaara Church, Espoo
Timeless Bach & Free Voices concert with saxophonist Esa Pietilä
27 November 2026, 7:00 PM Minato City Center for Traditional Culture, Tokyo
Solo recorder recital
1 December 2026, 11:00 AM Hommura Elementary School, Tokyo
School concert
4 December 2026 Private Event, Helsinki
Lead vocalist with the band at a corporate event
7 December 2026, 6:00 PM Puotila Chapel, Helsinki
A Joyful Christmas concert with Pete Nikkinen
9 December 2026, 7:00 PM Oulunkylä Church, Helsinki
A Joyful Christmas concert with Pete Nikkinen
14 December 2026, 6:00 PM Huopalahti Church, Helsinki
A Joyful Christmas concert with Pete Nikkinen
21 December 2026 Olaus Petri Church, Helsinki
Christmas Concert
22 December 2026, 6:00 PM Porvoo Cathedral
A Joyful Christmas concert with Pete Nikkinen
5 February 2027 Private Event, Helsinki
Lead vocalist and saxophonist with the band