Candlelit Open House at Violet Bank . . . Dec. 6, 8, & 15

Red Tenor Saxophone will be performing during Candlelit Open House at the historic Violet Bank house museum in Colonial Heights, Va. from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, December 6; Sunday, December 8; and Sunday, December 15.  Admission is free and open to the public.  Violet Bank will be accepting non-perishable food donations to benefit the Colonial Heights Food Pantry...and stop by for a visit with "Old Saint Nick".  This 1815 Federal-style mansion is located at 303 Virginia Avenue.  Enjoy Classic Holiday Melodies with Red Tenor Saxophone!

River Street Market - Today, October 19 · 9:30-11:00 a.m.

Red Tenor Saxophone will be back at the River Street Market in historic Old Towne Petersburg, Virginia this morning — Saturday, October 19 from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. . . . corner of River Street and Cockade Alley — 30 River Street — plenty of free parking in the area (although downtown will be a little crowded with the Virginia State University Homecoming Parade) . . . followed by guitarist Don DeWolf . . . It’s going to be a lovely autumn morning — come on out and enjoy the many offerings from the top regional market vendors . . . and Classic Melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone!

River Street Market - Today, October 12 · 9:30-11:00 a.m.

Red Tenor Saxophone will be back at the River Street Market in historic Old Towne Petersburg, Virginia this morning — Saturday, October 12 from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. . . . corner of River Street and Cockade Alley — 30 River Street — plenty of free parking in the area . . . followed by the father-son guitar-and-bass duo of Cole & Dave Alexander . . . It’s going to be a lovely morning — come on out and enjoy the many offerings from the top regional market vendors . . . and Classic Melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone!

This Friday . . . Art Works Gallery Opening and Reception

Red Tenor Saxophone returns to the popular “4th Friday” Art Shows and Opening Reception at Art Works . . . this Friday, September 27 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. · 320 Hull Street in Richmond (Manchester neighborhood—from I-95, take exit 73 “Maury Street” or the 14th Street Bridge or Manchester Bridge from downtown Richmond) . . . Art Works features 75 studios and 6 galleries with local and international artists . . . This is the “Sweet Sixteen” celebration at Art Works—enjoy the “4th Friday” reception on September 27 and listen to Classic Melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone!

* * * Parking Advisory * * *

The former parking lot between 4th Street and 5th Street is permanently closed.  Art Works has reserved spaces in four nearby lots (none more than three blocks away), and will direct you to those locations.  Click here for descriptions and a map.  Also, some street parking is available in the area.

Hot of the Press . . . Red Tenor Saxophone

Don’t miss the coverage of Red Tenor Saxophone in the Sept. 22 edition of The Progress-Index. Red Tenor Saxophone was profiled for his street performance during “Friday for the Arts!” a week earlier. Look near the end of the story for the write-up . . . and the third image in the slideshow at the top. Thanks to “The Social Butterfly” Kristi Higgins for sharing the story of Classic Melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone!

River Street Market - October 12 & 19, December 14

Red Tenor Saxophone returns to the River Street Market in historic Old Towne Petersburg, Virginia on Saturday, October 12 from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.; Saturday, October 19 from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.; and for a special holiday performance on Saturday, December 14 from 11:00 a.m. to noon . . . corner of River Street and Cockade Alley – 30 River Street – plenty of free parking in the area . . . Come on out and enjoy the many offerings from the top regional market vendors . . . and Classic Melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone!

Friday for the Arts! . . . Thanks for listening

Red Tenor Saxophone enjoyed seeing old friends and meeting new while performing Classic Melodies during September’s “Friday for the Arts!” in Old Towne Petersburg, Va. “Friday for the Arts!”is held on the second Friday of every month in historic downtown Petersburg, Virginia . . . Petersburg’s monthly comprehensive celebration of the arts, with twenty+ venues spreading the arts across many blocks . . . galleries, museums, restaurants, and shops take part. Mark your calendar for Friday, October 11 . . . and listen to Classic Melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone!

Tomorrow . . . River Street Market

Red Tenor Saxophone will be back at the River Street Market in historic Old Towne Petersburg, Virginia on Saturday, August 24, performing from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. through the generous sponsorship of Pop’s Kettle Treats . . . corner of River Street and Cockade Alley – 30 River Street – plenty of free parking in the area . . . Come on out and enjoy Classic Melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone, followed by Cole & Dave Alexander . . . More than thirty vendors this week – farm produce, fresh flowers, baked goodies, desserts, beverages, arts and crafts, and more – along with Classic Melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone!

This Friday . . . Art Works Gallery Opening and Reception

Red Tenor Saxophone performs during the popular “4th Friday” Art Shows and Opening Reception at Art Works . . . this Friday, July 26 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. · 320 Hull Street in Richmond (Manchester neighborhood—from I-95, take exit 73 “Maury Street” or the 14th Street Bridge or Manchester Bridge from downtown Richmond) . . . Art Works features 75 studios and 6 galleries with local and international artists . . . enjoy the popular “4th Friday” reception on July 26 and listen to Classic Melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone!

* * * Parking Advisory * * *

The former parking lot between 4th Street and 5th Street is permanently closed.  Art Works has reserved spaces in four nearby lots (none more than three blocks away), and will direct you to those locations.  Click here for descriptions and a map.  Also, some street parking is available in the area.

Café Zata · This Sunday, July 14

Red Tenor Saxophone returns to Café Zata for a special Sunday Brunch performance this Sunday, July 14 . . . Café Zata is open on Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. – listen to Classic Melodies with Red Tenor Saxophone on July 14 from 10 to 2!  John and Joanna at Café Zata have a great brunch selection cooked to order . . . breakfast and lunch sandwiches, burgers, and omelets – plus bagels, gourmet pastries, salads, coffee, tea, and other beverages . . . spacious indoor and patio seating, and the upstairs lounge . . . 700 Bainbridge Street in Richmond (Manchester neighborhood—from I-95, take exit 73 “Maury Street”; or take the 14th Street Bridge or Manchester Bridge from downtown Richmond) . . . usually easy to find parking in the neighborhood . . . We’ll see you on Sunday, July 14 at Café Zata for Classic Melodies with Red Tenor Saxophone!

Independence Day +

Red Tenor Saxophone will be performing Classic Melodies . . . with an Independence Day flavor . . . in the Washington area during the holiday weekend . . . Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday · July 3, July 4, and July 5 . . . and beyond.  Look for Red Tenor Saxophone in Dupont Circle, Georgetown, Chinatown, Bethesda, Arlington, and other popular neighborhoods. Celebrate Independence Day with Classic Melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone!

River Street Market · Saturday, June 22, 11am-12pm

Red Tenor Saxophone will be back at the River Street Market in historic Old Towne Petersburg, Virginia on Saturday, June 22, performing from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. . . . Corner of River Street and Cockade Alley – 30 River Street – plenty of free parking in the area . . . Come on out and listen to vocalist and saxophonist Dennis Coleman at 9:30, Red Tenor Saxophone at 11:00, and vocalist Gil Edwards at 12:00 . . . Enjoy twelve farm vendors, fresh flowers, baked goodies, desserts, beverages, and more – along with Classic Melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone!

Café Zata · Returning on July 14

Thanks to everyone who came out for Sunday Brunch at Café Zata on June 16 . . . Red Tenor Saxophone greatly appreciates your support and compliments . . . Join us again on Sunday, July 14 . . . Café Zata is open on Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. – listen to Classic Melodies with Red Tenor Saxophone on July 14 from 10 to 2!  John and Joanna at Café Zata have a great brunch selection cooked to order . . . breakfast and lunch sandwiches, burgers, and omelets – plus bagels, gourmet pastries, salads, coffee, tea, and other beverages . . . spacious indoor and patio seating, and the upstairs lounge . . . 700 Bainbridge Street in Richmond (Manchester neighborhood—from I-95, take exit 73 “Maury Street”; or take the 14th Street Bridge or Manchester Bridge from downtown Richmond) . . . usually easy to find parking in the neighborhood . . . We’ll see you on Sunday, July 14 at Café Zata for Classic Melodies with Red Tenor Saxophone!

Café Zata for Sunday Brunch · June 16

Join Red Tenor Saxophone for Sunday Brunch at Café Zata on June 16 beginning at 10:00 a.m. . . . 700 Bainbridge Street in Richmond (Manchester neighborhood—from I-95, take exit 73 “Maury Street” or take the 14th Street Bridge from downtown Richmond) . . . They have a great selection of breakfast and lunch sandwiches, burgers, omelets, bagels, gourmet pastries, salads, coffee, tea, and other beverages, in a comfortable dining and lounge environment . . . We’ll see you on Sunday at Café Zata for Classic Melodies with Red Tenor Saxophone!

Red Tenor Saxophone at "Friday for the Arts!" June 14 . . .

Red Tenor Saxophone returns to “Friday for the Arts!” on June 14 at the Petersburg Area Art League’s “Music in the Art Park” . . . Red Tenor Saxophone will play a brief selection of classic melodies prior to June’s featured artist, the Bustin’ Loose Band . . . the show begins around 6:00 p.m. or thereabouts . . . at the “Art Park” next to the PAAL building . . . 7 East Old Street – plenty of free parking in the public lots and on-street . . . “Friday for the Arts!” is held on the second Friday of every month in historic downtown Petersburg, Virginia . . . click here for tickets to “Music in the Art Park” with the Bustin’ Loose Band . . . Red Tenor Saxophone will see you on Friday, June 14!

River Street Market · Saturday, June 1, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Red Tenor Saxophone returns to the River Street Market in historic Old Towne Petersburg, Virginia on Saturday, June 1, performing from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Corner of River Street and Cockade Alley – 30 River Street – plenty of free parking in the area. Enjoy twelve farm vendors, fresh flowers, baked goodies, desserts, beverages, and more – along with classic melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone!

“4th Friday” · Art Works · July 26

Mark your calendar . . . Red Tenor Saxophone will perform during July’s “4th Friday” Art Shows and Opening Reception at Art Works . . . July 26 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. · 320 Hull Street in Richmond (Manchester neighborhood—from I-95, take exit 73 “Maury Street” or take the 14th Street Bridge from downtown Richmond) . . . Plenty of free parking in the lot across from the Art Works building (entrance on Hull Street between 4th Street and 5th Street). Art Works features 75 studios and 6 galleries with local and international artists . . . enjoy the popular “4th Friday” reception on July 26 and listen to Classic Melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone!

11th Annual Ladies Luncheon...

Thanks to all who attended the 11th Annual Ladies Luncheon to benefit the Petersburg Area Art League on May 22 . . . everyone had a great time and learned a lot from the expert presenters . . . and Red Tenor Saxophone enjoyed performing and meeting you . . . your generous compliments are greatly appreciated!

11th Annual Ladies Luncheon · Wednesday, May 22

Red Tenor Saxophone will perform at the 11th Annual Ladies Luncheon to benefit the Petersburg Area Art League . . . Wednesday, May 22 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., at the historic Union Train Station, 103 River Street in Petersburg, Virginia. This year's theme is "Pretty Woman" . . . and maybe Red Tenor Saxophone will play this timeless classic! Enjoy lunch, wine, giveaways, and presentations honoring some of the community's top leaders. Reserve a place or a table at the PAAL Events page. Be a part of this Virginia tradition!

The Petersburg Area Art League's mission is to "empower the community through the visual arts" with their three Gallery Spaces and Art Education Center.

“Friday for the Arts!” May 10, 6-9 p.m.

Look for Red Tenor Saxophone during “Friday for the Arts!” in historic Old Towne Petersburg, Virginia this Friday · May 10, from 6 to 9 p.m. · Red Tenor Saxophone will perform at multiple spots on Sycamore Street throughout the evening. Plenty of free parking on-street and at the public lots on Sycamore Street, Bollingbrook Street, Old Street, and River Street.  “Friday for the Arts!” is Petersburg’s monthly comprehensive celebration of the arts, with twenty+ venues spreading the arts across many blocks . . . galleries, museums, restaurants, and shops take part . . . see what “Friday for the Arts!” has to offer . . . and enjoy Classic Melodies from Red Tenor Saxophone!

River Street Market · Saturday, May 4, 10-11:30 a.m.

Red Tenor Saxophone will bring classic melodies to the River Street Market in historic Old Towne Petersburg, Virginia on Saturday, May 4, performing from 10:00-11:30 a.m.  Corner of River Street and Cockade Alley – 30 River Street – plenty of free parking in the area. Enjoy fresh produce, handmade jewelry, honey, fresh meats/seafood, soaps, food trucks, and much more, from some of the best local vendors in the community.

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