Beginning as a jazz combo consisting of young Stillwater musicians, they have adapted to different areas of music.
In September of 2026, The River City Quintet elected to change their name to 49 West. By taking inspiration from the doors they walk through everyday at the highschool where it all began.
These five talented musicians continue to create the ultimate groove around the East Metro Area.
About Us
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Meet the Crew
Clay Bartelt - Piano and Vocals
Preston Caza - Drumset
Vinny Durant - Trumpet
Sheldon Farley - Tenor Saxophone
Isaac Jackson - Trombone and Sousaphone
Photo Credit: Kinlee Kropp, Mae Kiritschenko, Juan Chavarria
Off the Record…
Allie Fierro is a Senior at SAHS who has played the trombone for 8 years. She is the social media manager for 49 West, and has a huge passion for music and marketing.
Contact: 612-427-4415
Allie Fierro
Social Media Manager
An Evening Of Jazz:
With the River City Quintet
On August 12th, The Zephyr Theatre presented an event featuring the River City Quintet playing peaceful jazz music to entertain the community of Stillwater, MN.
Hosted at Erickson Plaza; Courtesy of Ascension Episcopal Church.
Videos provided by: Mae Kiritschenko
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