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 Kate Campbell Strauss is a saxophonist, composer/arranger, and activist with musical roots in New England and New Orleans. Kate plays saxophone in a variety of contexts, from parades and backyards to concert halls and festivals. As an arranger, Kate has had new works commissioned by Cleo Parker Robinson Dance and the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra – pieces that have featured voices such as Cyrille Aimée, Renee Neufville, John Boutté, and Irma Thomas. Kate is a 2024 alum of OneBeat, a global music exchange program run by the U.S. Department of State and Found Sound Nation. Kate’s creative life is grounded in the power of music to build community, and Kate’s collaborations promote empathy and inclusivity. Kate studied music formally at Pomona College and the University of New Orleans, and informally with numerous mentors. Kate currently serves as the Director of Jazz Ensembles at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø±¬ÍøÕ¾. Learn more about Kate’s creative work at .

Give Way - joint debut album of Kate Campbell Strauss and Emily Mikesell (ears+eyes Records 2025)