Lindsey Lindsey Stirling,Stirling, Aug. 8,Aug Greek 8, Greek Theatre,Theatre Berkeley Ziggy Marley, Aug 13, The Mountain Winery 18 South Bay Accent CALENDAR nights in August come alive with the smooth sound of jazz during these outdoor concerts. Artists include Tony Lindsay (Aug. 5), Bria Skonberg (Aug. 12), Monterey Jazz Festival High School All Stars (Aug. 19) and Spencer Day (Aug. 26). Free. Los Gatos Town Plaza, West Main Street and Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos. 408/354-7468. Music in the Park. Aug. 5-30, 5-7 p.m. (Sundays). Sunday nights in Los Gatos heat up with the hot summer sounds of musicians including Mike Amaral’s California Beach Boys (Aug. 2), Journey Revisited (Aug. 16) and Caravanserai (Aug. 23). Free. Los Gatos Civic Center lawn, 110 East Main Street, Los Gatos. Huey Lewis and the News. Aug. 6, 7:30 p.m. Iconic rock band Huey Lewis and the News incorporates a variety of musical influences including R&B and soul to create its unique sound. Prepare to hear hits from throughout the band’s 36-year history, including “Heart of Rock & Roll,” “If This Is It,” and “Hip To Be Square.” Tickets $49.50-$99.50. The Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. 408/998-8497. Gladys Knight and The O’Jays. Aug. 7, 7:30 p.m. Seven time Grammy Award-winner Gladys Knight has served up No. 1 hits in the pop, gospel, R&B and adult contemporary genres. Her latest album, Music & Dance AUGUST Target Summer Pops. Aug. 1-2, 7 p.m. (Saturday) and 5:30 p.m. (Sunday). Symphony Silicon Valley presents its outdoor music festival, “Target Summer Pops.” Saturday’s show features jazz and big band music. Then on Sunday, attendees will enjoy an ice cream social while listening to the final music performance of the series. Free. San Jose State University Lawn, San Fernando and Fourth streets, San Jose. 408/286-2600. Michael McDonald. Aug. 3, 7 p.m. With his soulful baritone, Michael McDonald became one of the most distinctive vocalists to emerge from the California pop/rock scene of the late 1970s. The Grammy Awardwinner’s illustrious career includes singing with Steely Dan and generating several hits as a member of The Doobie Brothers. Tickets $35-$125.50. Montalvo Arts Center, Lilian Fontaine Garden Theatre, 15400 Montalvo Road, Saratoga. 408/961-5858. Sheryl Crow. Aug. 4-5, 7:30 p.m. The ninetime Grammy Award-winning singer of “If It Makes You Happy,” “My Favorite Mistake,” and a long list of other pop/rock classics, heads to Saratoga. Prepare to be enchanted by Sheryl Crow’s captivating storytelling and smooth-as-butter vocals. Tickets $56-$156. The Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. 408/998-8497. Jazz on the Plazz. Aug. 5-26, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday 2014’s “Where My Heart Belongs,” has received rave reviews. She is joined by R&B outfit The O’Jays. Tickets $59.50 - $149.50. The Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. 408/998-8497. Idina Menzel. Aug. 7, 8 p.m. Broadway superstar Idina Menzel rose to fame with jaw-dropping performances in “Rent” and “Wicked.” Last year, the enchanting songbird gained global recognition as the voice of Elsa The Snow Queen in Disney’s smash-hit movie “Frozen.” Expect to hear “Let it Go,” “I Dreamed A Dream,” and more magical numbers in Concord. Tickets $34-$134. Concord Pavilion, 2000 Kirker Pass Road, Concord. 866/448-7849. Outside Lands. Aug. 7-9, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Golden Gate Park sets the scene for this three-day festival featuring 70 bands, lots of food, wine, beer, art and comedy. Performers include Elton John, Mumford & Sons, The Black Keys, Kendrick Lamar, Sam Smith, Billy Idol and many more. Tickets $135-$695. Golden Gate Park, Ninth Avenue and Lincoln Way, San Francisco. San Jose Jazz Summer Fest. Aug. 7-9, times vary. Nearly 1,000 musicians will descend upon Plaza de Cesar Chavez for this 26th annual festival. Performers include Con Brio, Le Boeuf Brothers, Jessica Johnson, JC Brooks & The Uptown Sound, Etienne Charles and many more. Tickets $55-$325. Plaza de Cesar Chavez, Downtown San Jose. 408/288-7557. Music On The Square. Aug. 7-Sept. 4, Fridays, 6 to 8 p.m. Redwood City’s Courthouse Square comes alive with the festive sounds of Zoo Station (Aug. 7), Chris Gardner Band (Aug. 14), Petty Theft (Aug. 21), Foreverland (Aug. 28) and Pride & Joy (Sept. 4). Free. Courthouse Square, 2200 Broadway St., Redwood City. 650/780-7000. Bands on the Beach. Aug. 7-Sept. 4, Fridays, 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Sparks will fly at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk with each band performing twice on Friday nights. The August lineup includes Y&T (Aug. 7), Everclear (Aug. 14), Blue Öyster Cult (Aug. 21), Smash Mouth (Aug. 28) and Papa Doo Run Run (Sept. 4). Free. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz. 831/423-5590. Juanes. Aug. 8, 7:30 p.m. Called “the single most important figure in the Latin music scene” by the Los Angeles Times, Juanes has won 17 Latin Grammy Awards for his infectious brand of Latin pop/rock. He is currently touring in support of his sixth studio album, “Loco de Amor.” Tickets $40.50- $100.50. The Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. 408/998-8497. Aug. 13,
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