Jazz on Main - Kristen Strom Quintet • Saxophonist August 9, 2010

Bay Area saxophonist Kristen Strom has been a mainstay on the Bay Area music scene for nearly two decades, acclaimed for beautifully rendered melodies, exceptional tonality, and accomplished musicianship. In addition to regular performances with her own quintet, Strom has played alongside many well-known artists, including Manhattan Transfer, Gladys Knight, the Temptations, Natalie Cole, The Four Tops, Roberta Flack, Johnny Mathis, Jimmy Heath, Steve Turre, and Jon Faddis. She released a highly regarded solo album, Intention, and has recorded and toured the world with several jazz and pop artists.
http://www.kristenstrom.com

The Jazz Mondays on Main series really takes off this year, with Main St. hosting outdoor Jazz concerts every Monday evening from June 21st through August 16th featuring the Bay Area's very best jazz artists. From 6-8pm, enjoy the music, eat at one of the many great restaurants along Main St, and if the mood suits you – DANCE! An all-star lineup will be sure to make for many wonderful Monday evenings on Main St. in Downtown Redwood City’s Historic District.

Plus, you won't want to miss Redwood City's new Farmer's Market on Mondays from 4pm-8pm. Buy Fresh, Buy Local. Vegetables, Honey, Strawberries, Cage Free Eggs, Flowers, Baked Good, Arts & Crafts and more!

Along with Jazz on Main, other exciting FREE events include: Dancing on the Square on Tuesdays, Movies on the Square on Thursdays, and Music on the Square on Fridays. Other ongoing events in the coming months include seven special outdoor exhibits featuring Art on the Square, Monday and Wednesday afternoon performances with Lunchtime on the Square, as well as weekend Target Family Days, and Cultural Events.

Full details at http://www.redwoodcityevents.com

Official Website: http://www.redwoodcity.org/events/jazzonmain.html