Kate Campbell Strauss

Kate Campbell Strauss is a saxophonist, composer/arranger, and activist with musical roots in New England and New Orleans. They play saxophone in a variety of contexts, from parades and backyards to concert halls and festivals. As an arranger, they have 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 their collaborations promote empathy and inclusivity. Kate studied music formally at Pomona College and the University of New Orleans, and informally with numerous mentors. They currently serve as the Director of Jazz Ensembles at Bowdoin College.

To learn more about Kate’s creative work, please visit their website and Bandcamp.