Mindi Abair

Thursday June 20, 7:30 p.m., Uline Warehouse

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Among the many female instrumentalists in smooth jazz, saxophone has become the predominant axe of choice. And Mindi Abair might be the queen of that field, considering her stint in the “American Idol” band, among other gigs. She may also be one of the most entrepreneurial, what with her owning a wine company. Abair does double duty as a vocalist as well.