Mike Krepper

Saxophonist

Mike Krepper combined his talent and experience as saxophonist and horn section arranger with the well-seasoned King Beez in 2003.  Playing professionally since 1969, he has performed with many different kinds of bands from country to jazz.  He has been on the road with the Artie Shaw Orchestra and the Guy Lombardo Orchestra and he has recorded with Marvin Stamm.  He has also performed with many of the greats of Rhythm and Blues such as Little Anthony and the Imperials, the Temptations and the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin.  In addition to his association with these legendary musicians, he is an adjunct member of the Memphis Symphony and the Memphis Jazz Orchestra.  Mike has also been teaching music in private and public schools in the Memphis area since 1977.  While he enjoys teaching and performing a wide variety or music, his first love and forte is old school Rhythm and Blues.