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Jazz & Blues Concert Series Returns to Valencia
July, 2007 - Issue #33
There's nothing like the cool sounds of Jazz and Blues to announce that the long, hot, lazy days of summer have arrived in the city. On June 8, Keyes Lexus returned for its ninth year as title sponsor for the Valencia Jazz & Blues Concert Series, the first of 14 consecutive concerts to be held every Friday through September 7, from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Town Center Drive.

The event has become a summer staple in Santa Clarita, with families arriving early to get prime listening spots. Town Center Drive takes on a street-carnival atmosphere with music, food and laughter. People of all ages can be found dancing in the street or just tapping their toes as they listen to some of the best Jazz and Blues music in southern California while enjoying a selection of food, beverages and activities.

Other returning sponsors include Newhall Land, the City of Santa Clarita, Lennar, SCV Chamber of Commerce, Advantage Disposal & Recycling Services, SCV Family YMCA, KHTS AM-1220, Inside SCV Magazine, The Magazine of Santa Clarita/Elite Magazine, and others.

"The Lexus Jazz and Blues nights are solidly branded as the place to be on Friday nights," said Marlee Lauffer of Newhall Land.

"The event has become a SUMMER STAPLE in Santa Clarita, with families arriving early to get prime listening spots."
"For years," Lauffer said, "Newhall Land has envisioned Town Center Drive as a vibrant gathering place in the Santa Clarita Valley. This event makes that vision a reality."

Recording artists featured this year include Tin Drum, The Delgado Brothers, Tom Nolan Band, Michael John & the Bottom Line, Lori Andrews JazHarp Quartet, Reno Jones, LA Mambo Combo, Jeff Jensen Band and more.

The series is produced by Summit West Management, LLC, a full-service public relations and marketing firm. Summit West President Barbara Myler is very enthusiastic about this year's series.

"This, our ninth year, promises to be the best yet," said Myers, who added that the company regularly gets calls, e-mails and guests saying this is an event they look forward to all year.

"In fact," she said, "many people have told me these concerts are the official start of summer. We have our loyal sponsors to thank," she added, "especially our title sponsor, Lexus of Valencia, for their support. It's an honor working together to help enhance the quality of life in our great community."

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Lexus Jazz & Blues Concert Series Schedule of Events

June 15 - Tin Drum
A unique blend of moods and styles with world-class artists, including veterans of the American music scene from such top names as Ambrosia, Jimmy Buffett, Pink Floyd and more.

June 22 - The Delgado Brothers
A Latin Jazz band of brothers that melds Jazz, Blues, Rock, Funk and even New Orleans Rhythm and Blues.

June 29 - Gino Matteo
A young guitar virtuoso hitting the Blues scene, described as the hottest new Blues guitarist on the Blues circuit today. Concertgoers will be able to preview his new CD, set for release this fall.

July 6 - Reno Jones
A Rock and Blues band with powerful vocals and a dancing brass section.

July 13 - LA Mambo Combo
A Latin Jazz ensemble.

July 20 - Jeff Jensen
The next generation of original Blues. This concert will be a CD release party.

Admission is free; concerts are held adjacent to the Hyatt Valencia, located at 24500 Town Center Drive. For more information, call Barbara Myler at 290-2911.
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