
Keynote speaker
Chris DawesWorld-Class Session Musicians and Premier Live Music Ensemble
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Headline£10k – £25k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Chris Dawes
For more than a decade, The AllStars Collective has united London’s most accomplished session musicians, transitioning these elite performers from the studio background to the centre of the stage. As a cornerstone of the British music industry’s reputation for excellence, the collective represents a rare concentration of mastery and talent that has shaped the sound of global popular music for years.
Individual members of the ensemble possess an extraordinary range of credits, having recorded and performed alongside legendary icons including Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Madonna, and George Michael. Their collective experience spans work with modern superstars such as Jennifer Lopez and Shakira, as well as heritage artists like Elton John and Rod Stewart. This diverse expertise allows the group to master a vast repertoire ranging from classic soul and rock to contemporary pop hits.
With a versatile lineup that can be tailored to any event requirement, the group frequently collaborates with special guest vocalists to deliver high-energy performances. They are hired for their exceptional musical precision and their ability to bring the authentic sound of global chart-toppers to a live environment, ensuring a sophisticated and memorable experience for every audience.
On stage, Chris Dawes is best known for talks on Music Performance, Session Musicians and Band Performance. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room.
Their work resonates with leaders across Entertainment and Music, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Chris Dawes is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer and After Dinner Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A.
Based in UK, Chris Dawes travels internationally for engagements.
To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Chris Dawes would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Chris Dawes?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Chris's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Chris Dawes cost to book?
- Chris Dawes sits in our Headline fee tier (£10k – £25k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Chris Dawes speak on?
- Chris speaks on Music Performance, Session Musicians, Band Performance.
- What languages does Chris Dawes present in?
- Chris presents in English.
- Where is Chris Dawes based?
- Chris is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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