Linda Tillery and the Freedom Band
Linda Tillery and the Freedom Band perform at the 49th Annual National Women’s Music Festival in Madison, WI.
Ruth Davies Blues Night with Chris Cain
Stanford Jazz Festival
Blues guitar virtuoso Chris Cain makes his debut at the beloved Ruth Davies’ Blues Night, bringing his electrifying guitar work and Memphis-style blues to this annual celebration. With a sound reminiscent of B.B. King and Albert King, yet undeniably his own, Cain’s jazz-infused riffs and deep, emotional storytelling have earned him a devoted following worldwide.
Ashwin Batish and Sitar Power
Ashwin Batish and Sitar Power return to Kuumbwa Jazz Center to celebrate the 50th anniversary of this fantastic venue.
Kristen Strom Quartet
The Kristen Strom Quartet brings their repertoire of melodic, exhilarating jazz to Meyhouse in Palo Alto.
Kristen Strom Quartet
Kristen Strom Quartet returns to the Hedley Club at Hotel De Anza!
After a 5-year hiatus, San Jose’s Hedley Club is again presenting jazz!
It’s a beautiful bar with high ceilings and good sound. It will be great to be back at a place we shared so much music over the years!
Kristen Strom - saxophone/vocals
Scott Sorkin - guitar
Josh Thurston-Milgrom - bass
Tim Bulkley - drums
Ed Johnson and Novo Tempo
Novo Tempo Brazilian jazz ensemble come to Pacifica Perfromances!
Don’t miss this stellar line-up! Ed Johnson (guitar, vocals), Kristen Strom (sax, flute, vocals), John Worley (trumpet, flugelhorn), Scott Sorkin (guitar), Anne Sajdera (piano, keys), Cary Black (bass), Michaelle Goerlitz (percussion), Jason Lewis (drums).
Kristen Strom/Scott Sorkin at Cloverdale Arts Alliance Jazz Club
Kristen Strom and Scott Sorkin in a duo performance at THE Jazz Club, presented by Cloverdale Arts Alliance.
Scott Sorkin's Trio Primavera
Featuring Scott Sorkin on guitar, Kristen Strom on saxophone, flute, and vocals, and Ami Molinelli on percussion, the group will feature a collection of Brazilian samba music and bossa novas.
Celebrating the healing power of music!
Bill Stevens Trio, Kristin Kusanovich and Mike Stevens
An art event with Pianist Bill Stevens’ Trio, featuring Kristen Strom on saxophone and Dan Robbins on bass. Painter Mike Stevens and dancer Kristin Kusanovich will improvise as the music develops.
Bay Philharmonic presents Queen of Soul - Tribute to Aretha Franklin
Bay Philharmonic orchestra presents Denita Asberry and her band in a tribute to Aretha Franklin . Kristen Strom will join the band as saxophone soloist.
SFJAM: New Standards with Kristen Strom
Kristen Strom leads the SFJAM in a program of New Standards - Compositions by Women Composers.
Kristen Strom Quartet
Music as a healing force!
The Kristen Strom quartet will present an hour of jazz and Brazilian music as part of the Reller Concert Series at Stanford Hospital.
Kristen Strom Trio -POSTPONED
Kristen Strom, Scott Sorkin and Tomoko Funaki bring their tro to Shuggies Trash Pie and Natural Wine in the Mission district of San Francisco.
Made possible by Jazz in the Neighborhood.
Tammy Hall Quartet
Tammy Hall Sings and Plays the Classics
Great jazz at North Beach’s jazz destination!
Tammy Hall Quartet
Tammy Hall Sings and Plays the Classics
Great jazz at North Beach’s jazz destination!
Maria Muldaur - Christmas at the Oasis
Christmas Tunes for Hipsters - Part of the Sonoma Holiday Spectacular
As an antidote to sappy, sentimental Christmas tunes, Maria Muldaur has collected some wonderfully hip, swinging, humorous and irreverent Christmas songs by her favorite Jazz and Blues artists. She and her Jazzabelle Quintet present her special "Holiday Swing" show of "Christmas tunes for Hipsters."
Maria Muldaur - Christmas Tunes for Hipsters
As an antidote to sappy, sentimental Christmas tunes, Maria Muldaur has collected some wonderfully hip, swinging, humorous and irreverent Christmas songs by her favorite Jazz and Blues artists. She and her Jazzabelle Quintet present her special "Holiday Swing" show of "Christmas tunes for Hipsters."
Novo Tempo Trio - A Brazilian Christmas
Ed Johnson, Kristen Strom and Scott Sorkin present a program of holiday tunes with a Brazilian twist, as well as selections from their new album, “For Every Living Thing”
Maria Muldaur - Christmas Tunes for Hipsters
As an antidote to sappy, sentimental Christmas tunes, Maria Muldaur has collected some wonderfully hip, swinging, humorous and irreverent Christmas songs by her favorite Jazz and Blues artists. She and her Jazzabelle Quintet present her special "Holiday Swing" show of "Christmas tunes for Hipsters."
Tammy L Hall Presents: Gratitude
For this series at Keys, Tammy pays tribute to her mentors and influences, including Etta Jones, Ernestine Anderson, Denise Perrrier, Houston Person, Mary Lou Williams, Tania Maria, Nina Simone - to name a few….
Tammy L Hall - piano/vocals
Kristen Strom - saxophone
Kevin Goldberg - bass
Deszon Claiborne - drums
Kristen Strom Quartet - POSTPONED
Live jazz at Rollati Ristorante with the Kristen Strom Quartet

Realtime Collective
The Realtime Collective performs at Keys Jazz Bistro.
Members of the Realtime Collective exult in
combining their forces to create music in real time with joy and freedom.
A group of women at the top of their profession, Realtime Collective is an all-star quartet of bandleaders with a special connection.
Kristen Strom - saxophone and vocals
Tammy Hall - piano and vocals
Ruth Davies - bass
Sylvia Cuenca - drums
Duke Ellington Tribute starring Paula West and Kim Nalley
The tribute to Duke Ellington's timeless classic "It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)" promises to be an extraordinary celebration of jazz, featuring the mesmerizing talents of Oakland's sultry jazz singer Kim Nalley and the remarkable SF jazz stylist Paula West.
Under the expert guidance of Musical Director Tammy Hall, the performance is expected to deliver a rich tapestry of sound that honors the legacy of Ellington.
Tammy L Hall - piano
Kristen Strom - saxophones
Mike Olmos - trumpet
Ron Belcher - bass
Deszon Claiborne - drums
Kristen Strom/Scott Sorkin Duo
Kristen Strom and Scott Sorkin present:
Gershwin to Jobim – a musical journey from New York to Rio.
Saxophonist/vocalist Kristen Strom and guitarist Scott Sorkin will share a program of jazz and Brazilian music. Kristen and husband Scott have played together for many years and are truly masters of the jazz duo,
Reller Concert Series at Stanford Hospital
SFJAM - The Music of Billy Strayhorn and Hoagy Carmichael
Kristen Strom leads the SFJAM in a program of songs by the great Strayhorn and Carmichael.
Kristen Strom - saxophone
Tammy L Hall - piano
Tomato Funaki - bass
Sheldon Alexander - drums