Pat Helton

Pat Helton, a broker associate in the Coldwell Banker Westlake Regional Office, is co-sponsoring a series of free jazz concerts at The Gardens of The World, 2001 Thousand Oaks Blvd., in Thousand Oaks.

The concerts are Sundays at 5 p.m.

July 27- Jeannie Tatum & Company

Vocalist Jeanne Tatum has been compared to Roberta Flack, Nancy Wilson and Sarah Vaughn. Her music is a combination of jazz, blues and pop.

Aug. 3- Nedra Wheeler Strings & Things

Bassist, composer and bandleader Nedra Wheeler has been performing in Southern California and internationally for more than 25 years and was a recipient of the 2006 Jazz Legends of Los Angeles Award.

Aug. 10- Lady Jazz Kickin' Brazz Featuring Vocalist Sweet Baby J'ai

Sweet Baby J'ai is a critically acclaimed singer, songwriter, producer and arranger who has toured the world with performing pop, soul, folk, jazz and blues styles.

Aug. 17- Singers on Parade "A Tribute to Rita and Bob Agnew"

This performance features Lulee Fisher, Vivian Mason, and Julie Kelly with special guests.

Aug. 24- The Maiden Voyage All-Stars

Led by saxophonist Ann Patterson, the Maiden Voyage AllStars have been described as "one of the most rewarding bands on the present scene." They were chosen by the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra to represent jazz in its tribute to American music at the Hollywood Bowl and have appeared at the Playboy, Monterey and Concord jazz festivals and at the Mary Lou Williams Jazz Festival at the Kennedy Center.

Helton is pleased to cosponsor these concerts for the community. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs, a sun hat and picnic basket to enjoy these outdoor concerts.

Helton is a donor to numerous community charities and local schools. She can be contacted at (805) 4492865 or visit her website at www.PatHelton.com.