The Jim Ocean Band perform at the Sylvan Sound Check at the Armstrong Forest Theater in Armstrong Redwood State Nature Reserve. Photo by Justin Lindenberg.
On the crisp evening of Friday, October 20th, the tranquil beauty and sounds of Armstrong Redwood State Natural Reserve merged with the eco-themed melodies of the Jim Ocean Band. The Armstrong Forest Theater served as the backdrop for this musical experience, the Sylvan Sound Check, attended by around forty people.
The Jim Ocean Band, led by Jim and Kathy Ocean, is self-described as “eclectic, fresh and edgy.” Part folk rock and part “thought-rockers” their content ranges from humorous to serious to spiritual.
This event previewed the upcoming 2024 , a series of free outdoor musical performances organized by the Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods, in cooperation with performing musicians and community sponsors and the California State Parks Arts in California Parks program. Learn more about the Sylvan Sounds concert series here, including the Sylvan Sounds 2024 kickoff concert on Friday May 3rd featuring the Acorn MusEcology Project.
Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods is a nonprofit committed to protecting the natural and cultural resources of Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, Austin Creek State Recreation Area, and Sonoma Coast State Park through volunteerism, environmental education, and stewardship.
The Jim Ocean Band perform at the Sylvan Sound Check at the Armstrong Forest Theater in Armstrong Redwood State Nature Reserve. Photo by Justin Lindenberg.
