Vibrant and vivacious, Cathy Del Mei is an exciting saxophonist with years of experience. From hotel lounges to theatre, and from clubs to corporate functions, Cathy has played for prestigious clients and top selling shows.
Apart from the sax, Cathy is also a great keyboard player, having played cocktail piano in numerous elite hotels such as the Michelangelo and the Balalaika Hotels. As a keyboard player and Saxophonist, she has performed in theatre shows such as “60 Something”, “Beatlemania”, “The Meatloaf Tribute Show” and “Feeling Groovy”, gaining critical acclaim for her extrovert performances and outstanding sax solos. On The Barnyard Theatre circuit, Cathy has featured in the shows GLORY DAYS and NATURAL WOMAN .
Cathy has also performed in shows with artistes such as P J Powers and Vicky Sampson as well as having spent two years performing and recording with Duncan Faure (Rabbitt, Bay City Rollers, songwriter for Madonna).
Cathy Del Mei spent years performing with top club / corporate band Avalanche. Avalanche performed at top calibre corporate events and venues such as Sun City, Caesars’ Casino, Monte Casino, Vodaworld, S.A.B., R.M.B., Fancourt and many others.
Cathy’s versatility is evident in her ability to team up with dancers, singers and instrumentalists. From laid back to more hi-tech funkiness, a sincere performance is guaranteed. Cathy Del Mei is high in demand for solo ‘cocktail’ sets…which dressed in beautiful dresses, she will add a touch of class to any function. (Weddings and Birthday Parties included!)
Formal musical qualifications include a 3 year National Diploma in Light Music from Pretoria Technikon and a Certificate in Basic Sound Engineering (1 year) from Inhouse Audio Training.