PSU Guitar Series
Connie Sheu Recital
Saturday, April 27 | 7:00 PM
Lincoln Recital Hall
Dr. Connie Sheu is a dynamic guitarist, devoted teacher, and ardent advocate of classical guitar. In demand as both a soloist and chamber musician, her playing has been hailed by the New York Sun as “excellent, ruminative... scholarly." According to Classical Guitar Magazine, “Her debut recording displays, without a doubt, her talents as a concert artist.”
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Connie Sheu Recital
Saturday, April 27 | 7:00 PM
Lincoln Recital Hall
Dr. Connie Sheu is a dynamic guitarist, devoted teacher, and ardent advocate of classical guitar. In demand as both a soloist and chamber musician, her playing has been hailed by the New York Sun as “excellent, ruminative... scholarly." According to Classical Guitar Magazine, “Her debut recording displays, without a doubt, her talents as a concert artist.”
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Portland FolkMusic Society
presents
Nina Gerber and Chris Webster
Friday April 19th, 7:30pm
Reedwood Friends Church
Music fans know Nina Gerber and Chris Webster as two extremely skilled and artful musical talents. Webster's voice is uniquely compelling while Gerber's guitar stylings are beautiful and powerful. Whether presented with folk, country, bluegrass, rock, or blues, Nina is able to fall into leads which have rare reverence for the true feeling of a song, always emphasizing taste over technical display. With originals, tasteful covers, soulful ballads, jazzy tunes and sweet folk; together they're magic!
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presents
Nina Gerber and Chris Webster
Friday April 19th, 7:30pm
Reedwood Friends Church
Music fans know Nina Gerber and Chris Webster as two extremely skilled and artful musical talents. Webster's voice is uniquely compelling while Gerber's guitar stylings are beautiful and powerful. Whether presented with folk, country, bluegrass, rock, or blues, Nina is able to fall into leads which have rare reverence for the true feeling of a song, always emphasizing taste over technical display. With originals, tasteful covers, soulful ballads, jazzy tunes and sweet folk; together they're magic!
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Okaidja
Tuesday April 16th, 7:30 pm
PCC Rock Creek
The Portland Community College Rock Creek Experience Music series presents Okaidja on April 16 in the Forum, Building 3, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. The concert begins at 7:30. Admission is a donation at the door. Parking is $2.
Singer, guitarist, percussionist and dancer Okaidja Afroso is a true musical polymath. His evocative and soulful music charts a journey from the traditional songs of his youth, through to an immersion into the music of the African Diaspora.
Born into a family of musicians and storytellers in a village on the west coast of Ghana, Okaidja Afroso is a singer, guitarist, percussionist, and dancer deeply connected to the musical traditions of the African Diaspora and devoted to bringing together diverse modes of expression in pursuit of global harmony. His four albums, most recently The Palm Wine Sea, chart a journey from his past as a vocalist, percussionist and dancer with the Ghana Dance Ensemble and Obo Addy through to the present, as a confident and mature songwriter and collaborator. His songs call back to the sounds of his youth, illuminating them with the experiences and wonder of a curious traveler, never resting and always seeking. For more information, please go to: https://okaidja.com.
For more information about the concert, go to http://www.pcc.edu/programs/music/rock-creek/.
Tuesday April 16th, 7:30 pm
PCC Rock Creek
The Portland Community College Rock Creek Experience Music series presents Okaidja on April 16 in the Forum, Building 3, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. The concert begins at 7:30. Admission is a donation at the door. Parking is $2.
Singer, guitarist, percussionist and dancer Okaidja Afroso is a true musical polymath. His evocative and soulful music charts a journey from the traditional songs of his youth, through to an immersion into the music of the African Diaspora.
Born into a family of musicians and storytellers in a village on the west coast of Ghana, Okaidja Afroso is a singer, guitarist, percussionist, and dancer deeply connected to the musical traditions of the African Diaspora and devoted to bringing together diverse modes of expression in pursuit of global harmony. His four albums, most recently The Palm Wine Sea, chart a journey from his past as a vocalist, percussionist and dancer with the Ghana Dance Ensemble and Obo Addy through to the present, as a confident and mature songwriter and collaborator. His songs call back to the sounds of his youth, illuminating them with the experiences and wonder of a curious traveler, never resting and always seeking. For more information, please go to: https://okaidja.com.
For more information about the concert, go to http://www.pcc.edu/programs/music/rock-creek/.
Portland International Guitar Series
presented by U.S. Classic Guitar
Ana Vidovic
Friday April 12th, 8pm
Eliot Chapel, 1011 SW 12th Ave
(Master Class Saturday April 13th, 11am)
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presented by U.S. Classic Guitar
Ana Vidovic
Friday April 12th, 8pm
Eliot Chapel, 1011 SW 12th Ave
(Master Class Saturday April 13th, 11am)
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Avery Bergstrom and Anton Emery
Celtic Guitar Duets
Celtic Community Night - Wednesday April 10, 7pm.
Artichoke Music 2007 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR
$5-$15 sliding scale.
Ben Hunter & Joe Seamons
Tuesday April 9th, 7:30 pm
PCC Rock Creek
The Portland Community College Rock Creek Experience Music series presents Americana duo Ben Hunter and Joe Seamons on April 9 in the Forum, Building 3, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. The concert begins at 7:30. Admission is a donation at the door. Parking is $2.
Ben Hunter & Joe Seamons are songster revivalists who perform acoustic blues, field hollers, fiddle & banjo breakdowns, and early jazz that delights audiences in concerts and workshops nationwide. With their unique integration of performance, education and modern-day folklore, the Seattle-based duo redefines the role of a songster in the 21st century. Their American Roots music is inspired by early 20th century American folk, novelty songs and black Americana. They blend the musical stories from the rural American Northwest, African American folklore and connect those lineages to music from around the world. For more information, please go to: https://www.benjoemusic.com/.
Ben and Joe will present a one-hour lecture and demonstration on American folk music, also on April 9, at 11:00 am in building 3, room 114 at the Rock Creek campus. All are welcome.
For more information about the concert, go to http://www.pcc.edu/programs/music/rock-creek/.
Portland International Guitar Series
presented by U.S. Classic Guitar
Eduardo Fernandez and David Leisner
Thursday April 4th, 8pm
Eliot Chapel, 1011 SW 12th Ave
(Master Class Wednesday April 3rd, 7-9pm)
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presented by U.S. Classic Guitar
Eduardo Fernandez and David Leisner
Thursday April 4th, 8pm
Eliot Chapel, 1011 SW 12th Ave
(Master Class Wednesday April 3rd, 7-9pm)
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Portland FolkMusic Society
presents
Guy Davis - An Ambassador Of The Blues
Friday March 15, 7:30pm
Reedwood Friends Church
“Truth be told, there just aren't many who can deliver Americana in as interesting and entertaining a manner – or give acoustic traditional blues such a contemporary sound – as Davis, and it sure is a lot of fun hearing him explore the different sides of the genre.” -The Blues PowR Blog
Guy Davis once said, “I like antiques and old things, old places, that still have the dust of those who've gone before us lying upon them.” Blowing that dust off just enough to see the beauty beneath is something Guy has excelled at for over twenty years of songwriting and performing. It's no wonder his reverence for the music of the Blues Masters who've gone before him is evident in every album he's ever recorded or concert he's given.
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Guy Davis - An Ambassador Of The Blues
Friday March 15, 7:30pm
Reedwood Friends Church
“Truth be told, there just aren't many who can deliver Americana in as interesting and entertaining a manner – or give acoustic traditional blues such a contemporary sound – as Davis, and it sure is a lot of fun hearing him explore the different sides of the genre.” -The Blues PowR Blog
Guy Davis once said, “I like antiques and old things, old places, that still have the dust of those who've gone before us lying upon them.” Blowing that dust off just enough to see the beauty beneath is something Guy has excelled at for over twenty years of songwriting and performing. It's no wonder his reverence for the music of the Blues Masters who've gone before him is evident in every album he's ever recorded or concert he's given.
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Nat Hulskamp, KBOO and ArtMax Academy
present
Antonio Rey, Flamenco Guitarist
with Mara Rey
The Old Church
Thursday March 7, 7:30pm
Flamenco Guitar Workshop, Wed March 6
Antonio Rey is one of the of the leading flamenco guitarists of Spain today. Antonio Rey's career began at the age of ten. He was soon performing on international stages and winning prestigious awards for his incredible virtuosity, such as the Premio Nacional de Guitarra (also won by Paco de Lucia and Vicente Amigo), National Competition of the Art of Flamenco of Córdoba, Niño Ricardo National Competition of Flamenco Guitar, International Flamenco Guitar Competition of Jerez and others. He has performed with many of the most important flamenco artists, such as Diego El Cigala, Antonio Canales, Diego del Morao, Richard Bona, Estrella Morente, Joaquín Cortés, Miguel Poveda, among others. Rey has performed in prestigious concert halls around the world including Tokyo, Moscow and across Latin America and Europe and Iran. Don't miss this rare opportunity to see one of the top living flamenco guitarists perform in Portland!
Antonio Rey will be accompanied by renowned flamenco dancer and singer Mara Rey from Jerez de la Frontera, Spain.
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present
Antonio Rey, Flamenco Guitarist
with Mara Rey
The Old Church
Thursday March 7, 7:30pm
Flamenco Guitar Workshop, Wed March 6
Antonio Rey is one of the of the leading flamenco guitarists of Spain today. Antonio Rey's career began at the age of ten. He was soon performing on international stages and winning prestigious awards for his incredible virtuosity, such as the Premio Nacional de Guitarra (also won by Paco de Lucia and Vicente Amigo), National Competition of the Art of Flamenco of Córdoba, Niño Ricardo National Competition of Flamenco Guitar, International Flamenco Guitar Competition of Jerez and others. He has performed with many of the most important flamenco artists, such as Diego El Cigala, Antonio Canales, Diego del Morao, Richard Bona, Estrella Morente, Joaquín Cortés, Miguel Poveda, among others. Rey has performed in prestigious concert halls around the world including Tokyo, Moscow and across Latin America and Europe and Iran. Don't miss this rare opportunity to see one of the top living flamenco guitarists perform in Portland!
Antonio Rey will be accompanied by renowned flamenco dancer and singer Mara Rey from Jerez de la Frontera, Spain.
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Portland International Guitar Series
presented by U.S. Classic Guitar Pepe Romero Friday February 22, 8pm Eliot Chapel, 1011 SW 12th Ave (Master Class Thursday February 21, 7-9pm) Pepe Romero has been honored by kings, heads of state, and major institutions -- the encomiums continue to pour in. But to Romero, his most important contribution has been reaching the common man. He has communicated the richness and beauty of the classical guitar to millions of people throughout the world. He has, indeed, become an ambassador of classical music, and, correspondingly, of the classical guitar. Tickets & Information |
Scott Kritzer
Saturday, February 16 | 7:00 PM
PSU Lincoln Recital Hall
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Mr. Kritzer’s consummate commitment to technical excellence as the solid structure beneath an unparalleled sense of musicality has brought him decades of accolades from audiences and critics alike, in concert halls in San Francisco, Frankfurt, Vancouver, B.C., Los Angeles, Sapporo, Japan, Washington, D.C., Munich, and New York. He has debuted to critical acclaim in London’s Wigmore Hall and New York’s Carnegie Recital Hall. In 1996 he was chosen by then Senator Mark O. Hatfield to represent the State of Oregon in a performance at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
In addition to his performing and recording career, Mr. Kritzer is a highly sought after instructor of the classical guitar. Some of his students have won regional, national and international guitar competitions and have gone on to attend such notable institutions as The Julliard School, The Royal Conservatory of Music, The Julliard School and his alma mater, The San Francisco Conservatory of Music.
Saturday, February 16 | 7:00 PM
PSU Lincoln Recital Hall
$15 | Tickets & Information
Mr. Kritzer’s consummate commitment to technical excellence as the solid structure beneath an unparalleled sense of musicality has brought him decades of accolades from audiences and critics alike, in concert halls in San Francisco, Frankfurt, Vancouver, B.C., Los Angeles, Sapporo, Japan, Washington, D.C., Munich, and New York. He has debuted to critical acclaim in London’s Wigmore Hall and New York’s Carnegie Recital Hall. In 1996 he was chosen by then Senator Mark O. Hatfield to represent the State of Oregon in a performance at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
In addition to his performing and recording career, Mr. Kritzer is a highly sought after instructor of the classical guitar. Some of his students have won regional, national and international guitar competitions and have gone on to attend such notable institutions as The Julliard School, The Royal Conservatory of Music, The Julliard School and his alma mater, The San Francisco Conservatory of Music.
Portland FolkMusic Society
presents
Tish Hinojosa
Friday February 15, 7:30pm
Reedwood Friends Church
Tish Hinojosa is a singer-songwriter from Austin, Texas. Her blend of folk, country, Latino, and pop music has an undeniable far reaching appeal, garnering her honors such as a White House concert and teaming up with great artists including Joan Baez, Flaco Jimenez and Pete Seeger; as well as being a featured artist on Austin City Limits and A Prairie Home Companion. Tish has toured extensively throughout the U.S. and Europe and continues to draw a loyal and growing audience.
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Tish Hinojosa
Friday February 15, 7:30pm
Reedwood Friends Church
Tish Hinojosa is a singer-songwriter from Austin, Texas. Her blend of folk, country, Latino, and pop music has an undeniable far reaching appeal, garnering her honors such as a White House concert and teaming up with great artists including Joan Baez, Flaco Jimenez and Pete Seeger; as well as being a featured artist on Austin City Limits and A Prairie Home Companion. Tish has toured extensively throughout the U.S. and Europe and continues to draw a loyal and growing audience.
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Dan Balmer
Tuesday, February 12, 7:30
Experience Music Series
PCC Rock Creek Campus, Building 3
The Experience Music Series at Portland Community College Rock Creek Campus presents jazz guitarist Dan Balmer and his band. Balmer has been has been called "the model of what a contemporary guitarist should be" by the LA Times and will perform music from his ninth CD, "Not A, The." Dan says of the CD, "this CD presents the music I've written in the past few years reflecting my growth as a composer and guitarist with soulful, heartfelt compositions reflecting fatherhood, divorce, and the death of my father."
From coffee house gigs at fifteen to chart-topping success with the Tom Grant Band in the 90s, world tours with two-time Grammy Award winner Diane Schuur and contemporary jam-bands, Dan Balmer brings fire and heart every time he plays the guitar. His playing spans nearly one hundred CDs including twelve as a leader from which his original works have appeared internationally in television, film and radio.
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Tuesday, February 12, 7:30
Experience Music Series
PCC Rock Creek Campus, Building 3
The Experience Music Series at Portland Community College Rock Creek Campus presents jazz guitarist Dan Balmer and his band. Balmer has been has been called "the model of what a contemporary guitarist should be" by the LA Times and will perform music from his ninth CD, "Not A, The." Dan says of the CD, "this CD presents the music I've written in the past few years reflecting my growth as a composer and guitarist with soulful, heartfelt compositions reflecting fatherhood, divorce, and the death of my father."
From coffee house gigs at fifteen to chart-topping success with the Tom Grant Band in the 90s, world tours with two-time Grammy Award winner Diane Schuur and contemporary jam-bands, Dan Balmer brings fire and heart every time he plays the guitar. His playing spans nearly one hundred CDs including twelve as a leader from which his original works have appeared internationally in television, film and radio.
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Rescheduled due to weather.....
Portland International Guitar Series
presented by U.S. Classic Guitar
Benjamin Verdery
Thursday July 18, 8pm
Eliot Chapel, 1011 SW 12th Ave
(Master Class Wednesday July 17, 7-9pm)
Described by the NY Times as “an iconoclastic player” and “an American original, an American master” by Sound Board Magazine, Benjamin Verdery has been hailed for his innovative and eclectic musical career.
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Portland International Guitar Series
presented by U.S. Classic Guitar
Benjamin Verdery
Thursday July 18, 8pm
Eliot Chapel, 1011 SW 12th Ave
(Master Class Wednesday July 17, 7-9pm)
Described by the NY Times as “an iconoclastic player” and “an American original, an American master” by Sound Board Magazine, Benjamin Verdery has been hailed for his innovative and eclectic musical career.
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Oleaje Flamenco at Tablao Artichoke
Sunday January 27th, 7pm
Artichoke Music, Powell Blvd.
Tablao Artichoke is presented by Espacio Flamenco and Artichoke Music. The project aims to create space for regular flamenco performances in Portland in an intimate tablao setting.
This dynamic trio features Israel Heredia, a true master of Flamenco guitar from Granada, Spain in his first Portland appearance, alongside the powerful vocals of Samir Osorio and the compelling artistry of dancer Amelia Moore. Together they create a show that highlights the expressive range of Flamenco, with sublime and haunting melodies, and ferocious rhythmic power. www.oleajeflamenco.com.
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Sunday January 27th, 7pm
Artichoke Music, Powell Blvd.
Tablao Artichoke is presented by Espacio Flamenco and Artichoke Music. The project aims to create space for regular flamenco performances in Portland in an intimate tablao setting.
This dynamic trio features Israel Heredia, a true master of Flamenco guitar from Granada, Spain in his first Portland appearance, alongside the powerful vocals of Samir Osorio and the compelling artistry of dancer Amelia Moore. Together they create a show that highlights the expressive range of Flamenco, with sublime and haunting melodies, and ferocious rhythmic power. www.oleajeflamenco.com.
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Portland International Guitar Series
presented by U.S. Classic Guitar
Judicael Perroy
Friday January 25th, 8pm
Eliot Chapel, 1011 SW 12th Ave
(Master Class the following day)
Judicaël Perroy has become widely known as an extraordinary virtuoso classical guitarist and musician with several prizes to his credit. In 1997 he captured the prestigious first prize of the 15th Guitar Foundation of America International Competition and Convention awarding him tour of the United States and Canada with more than sixty concerts and master classes. In between his North American tour that year, he gave several concerts in France where his performances were broadcast live on France-Musique followed by extensive recital tours throughout the world.
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presented by U.S. Classic Guitar
Judicael Perroy
Friday January 25th, 8pm
Eliot Chapel, 1011 SW 12th Ave
(Master Class the following day)
Judicaël Perroy has become widely known as an extraordinary virtuoso classical guitarist and musician with several prizes to his credit. In 1997 he captured the prestigious first prize of the 15th Guitar Foundation of America International Competition and Convention awarding him tour of the United States and Canada with more than sixty concerts and master classes. In between his North American tour that year, he gave several concerts in France where his performances were broadcast live on France-Musique followed by extensive recital tours throughout the world.
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Portland FolkMusic Society
presents
True North
Friday January 18, 7:30pm
Reedwood Friends Church
Northwest powerhouse of intelligent, memorable songs, with lush instrumental and vocal performances; along with crazy-good picking and the harmonies of a band deeply rooted in traditional folk and bluegrass genres. Fronted by award-winning singer/songwriters Kristen Grainger and Dan Wetzel, True North is rounded out with two Pacific Northwest bluegrass superstars Martin Stevens and Josh Adkins.
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True North
Friday January 18, 7:30pm
Reedwood Friends Church
Northwest powerhouse of intelligent, memorable songs, with lush instrumental and vocal performances; along with crazy-good picking and the harmonies of a band deeply rooted in traditional folk and bluegrass genres. Fronted by award-winning singer/songwriters Kristen Grainger and Dan Wetzel, True North is rounded out with two Pacific Northwest bluegrass superstars Martin Stevens and Josh Adkins.
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Doug Smith
Tuesday, January 15, 7:30
Experience Music Series
PCC Rock Creek Campus, Building 3
The Experience Music Series at Portland Community College Rock Creek Campus presents Grammy winner Doug Smith, master of contemporary fingerstyle acoustic guitar, in concert. Friend of the Portland Guitar Society, Doug's playing combines folk, classical and jazz elements and has been called “a cross between Chet Atkins, Leo Kottke and Michael Hedges.” Billboard magazine has written, "Inviting melodies...stunning fingerpicking."
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Tuesday, January 15, 7:30
Experience Music Series
PCC Rock Creek Campus, Building 3
The Experience Music Series at Portland Community College Rock Creek Campus presents Grammy winner Doug Smith, master of contemporary fingerstyle acoustic guitar, in concert. Friend of the Portland Guitar Society, Doug's playing combines folk, classical and jazz elements and has been called “a cross between Chet Atkins, Leo Kottke and Michael Hedges.” Billboard magazine has written, "Inviting melodies...stunning fingerpicking."
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Portland International Guitar Series
presented by U.S. Classic Guitar Mak Grgic Friday January 11th, 8pm Eliot Chapel, 1011 SW 12th Ave (Master Class the following day) Touted as a “gifted young guitarist” by the New York Times, and “a guitarist to keep an eye on” by the Washington Post, Mak Grgic is emerging as a star on the worldwide stage. An expansive and adventurous repertoire attests to his versatility and wide-ranging interests: from the Baroque and Renaissance to music of the cinema; from ethnic music of his native Balkans to extreme avantgarde and microtonal music, Mr. Grgic’s extraordinary talents and tastes as soloist, collaborator, and recording artist are fueled by his curiosity, imagination, and boundless energy. Tickets & Information |
The Acoustic Guitar Summit Christmas
Sunday, December 9
Monday, December 10
7pm
Lake Theatre, Lake Oswego
Terry Robb • Mark Hanson • Doug Smith
The Acoustic Guitar Summit is made up of three of the country’s best fingerstyle guitarists. Two members, Doug Smith and Mark Hanson, won a Grammy in 2005 for their contributions to the Henry Mancini - Pink Guitar CD. The third member, Terry Robb, has been the perennial winner of the Cascade Blues Association's award as the top acoustic blues guitarist, and recently was inducted into the Oregon Music Hall of Fame.
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Sunday, December 9
Monday, December 10
7pm
Lake Theatre, Lake Oswego
Terry Robb • Mark Hanson • Doug Smith
The Acoustic Guitar Summit is made up of three of the country’s best fingerstyle guitarists. Two members, Doug Smith and Mark Hanson, won a Grammy in 2005 for their contributions to the Henry Mancini - Pink Guitar CD. The third member, Terry Robb, has been the perennial winner of the Cascade Blues Association's award as the top acoustic blues guitarist, and recently was inducted into the Oregon Music Hall of Fame.
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“A Little Christmas Nog”
Christmas party with The Three Ds
Friday, December 7th, 7:00 pm
House of Doolescu
Mike Doolin writes: Come celebrate the holidays at the House of Doolescu with The Three Ds! Last year about this time I released “A Little Christmas Nog”, a CD of 15 tracks of holiday music, some familiar, some not so familiar. I recorded it with John and Jessica Dover (we call ourselves The Three Ds - Doolin, Dover and Dover). John is a fantastic trumpet player who I’ve been playing with for years; his wife Jessica is a lovely singer; the two of them are dear friends of mine. We had so much fun, we decided to do another concert this year! Come share the joy of the holidays with us, have a cup of Christmas cheer, and enjoy our quirky and eclectic take on the music of the season.
Doors open at 6:30, music at 7:00, refreshments will be served, and suggested donation is $15. Of course, CDs will be available for purchase :) Advance tickets are available at http://houseofdoolescu.com/fun/3Ds.html You may also RSVP to this email and pay at the door, but priority seating will be given to advance ticket holders.
Christmas party with The Three Ds
Friday, December 7th, 7:00 pm
House of Doolescu
Mike Doolin writes: Come celebrate the holidays at the House of Doolescu with The Three Ds! Last year about this time I released “A Little Christmas Nog”, a CD of 15 tracks of holiday music, some familiar, some not so familiar. I recorded it with John and Jessica Dover (we call ourselves The Three Ds - Doolin, Dover and Dover). John is a fantastic trumpet player who I’ve been playing with for years; his wife Jessica is a lovely singer; the two of them are dear friends of mine. We had so much fun, we decided to do another concert this year! Come share the joy of the holidays with us, have a cup of Christmas cheer, and enjoy our quirky and eclectic take on the music of the season.
Doors open at 6:30, music at 7:00, refreshments will be served, and suggested donation is $15. Of course, CDs will be available for purchase :) Advance tickets are available at http://houseofdoolescu.com/fun/3Ds.html You may also RSVP to this email and pay at the door, but priority seating will be given to advance ticket holders.
Tengyue Zhang
Presented by PSU Guitar Series
Saturday, December 1 at 7:00 PM
Lincoln Recital Hall (LH 75)
$15
Guitarist TY Zhang received First Prize in the Guitar Foundation of American (GFA) International Concert Artists Competition in 2017, known as the most prestigious guitar contest in the world. He has received First Prize in other top competitions as well in Austria, China, Russia and the U.S., including the GFA International Competition Senior Division, Austria’s Forum Gitarre Wien International Youth Competition, the Changsha International Guitar Competition, the 2017 Schadt String Competition, and the 2017 Alexander Frauchi International Competition in Moscow.
Presented by PSU Guitar Series
Saturday, December 1 at 7:00 PM
Lincoln Recital Hall (LH 75)
$15
Guitarist TY Zhang received First Prize in the Guitar Foundation of American (GFA) International Concert Artists Competition in 2017, known as the most prestigious guitar contest in the world. He has received First Prize in other top competitions as well in Austria, China, Russia and the U.S., including the GFA International Competition Senior Division, Austria’s Forum Gitarre Wien International Youth Competition, the Changsha International Guitar Competition, the 2017 Schadt String Competition, and the 2017 Alexander Frauchi International Competition in Moscow.
Patterson/Sutton Duo
Friday Nov. 30 8pm
Eliot Center, 1011 SW 12th Ave
Praised by The Strad for their "Wild imagination", The trailblazing cello and guitar duo of Dr. Kimberly Patterson and Dr. Patrick Sutton are known for their passionate performances and engaging stage presence as they bring the rich cello and guitar repertoire to audiences around the world. The duo have been featured on Performance Today on American Public Media, Radio New Zealand, Fine Music Radio South Africa, among others. Featured artists at the 2016 Guitar Foundation of America Convention, the Patterson/Sutton Duo frequently concertizes throughout the United States and abroad with recent engagements as Juilliard Global Visiting Artists.
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Friday Nov. 30 8pm
Eliot Center, 1011 SW 12th Ave
Praised by The Strad for their "Wild imagination", The trailblazing cello and guitar duo of Dr. Kimberly Patterson and Dr. Patrick Sutton are known for their passionate performances and engaging stage presence as they bring the rich cello and guitar repertoire to audiences around the world. The duo have been featured on Performance Today on American Public Media, Radio New Zealand, Fine Music Radio South Africa, among others. Featured artists at the 2016 Guitar Foundation of America Convention, the Patterson/Sutton Duo frequently concertizes throughout the United States and abroad with recent engagements as Juilliard Global Visiting Artists.
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John Stowell and Mike Doolin
Thursday November 15th, 7:00pm
House of Doolescu
House Concert NE Portland
Suggested donation is $15, all of which goes to the artists.
Please RSVP to [email protected] or call (503)688-3376 if you plan to attend.
Thursday November 15th, 7:00pm
House of Doolescu
House Concert NE Portland
Suggested donation is $15, all of which goes to the artists.
Please RSVP to [email protected] or call (503)688-3376 if you plan to attend.
Tim Connell and Eric Skye
PCC Rock Creek
Tuesday, Nov. 13th 7:30pm
2nd Annual Portland Jazz Violin Summit
Eddie Parente, James Mason
with Stumptown Swing
Friday Nov. 9 7:30pm
Classic Pianos
Stumptown Swing (Tim Connell, mandolin & voice; Mike Burdette, guitar; Ben Blechman, violin & Keith Brush, upright bass) have honed their craft performing for the myriad swing dance soirees that have sprung up in Portland over the past few years.
The group pulls equally from 1920's-30's American jazz and from French Gypsy Jazz of the same era. Bandleader/mandolinist Tim Connell and violin wizard Ben Blechman engage in an ensemble improvisational style that propels the tunes forward. Keith Brush and Mike Burdette are a favorite rhythm section in Portland's swing dance community, with a rock solid groove and a bounce that satisfies those talented terpsichores.
The evening will feature a short opening set by Stumptown Swing, and a feature set by each of our two guests, followed by some creative mixing and matching and full group finale.
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Eddie Parente, James Mason
with Stumptown Swing
Friday Nov. 9 7:30pm
Classic Pianos
Stumptown Swing (Tim Connell, mandolin & voice; Mike Burdette, guitar; Ben Blechman, violin & Keith Brush, upright bass) have honed their craft performing for the myriad swing dance soirees that have sprung up in Portland over the past few years.
The group pulls equally from 1920's-30's American jazz and from French Gypsy Jazz of the same era. Bandleader/mandolinist Tim Connell and violin wizard Ben Blechman engage in an ensemble improvisational style that propels the tunes forward. Keith Brush and Mike Burdette are a favorite rhythm section in Portland's swing dance community, with a rock solid groove and a bounce that satisfies those talented terpsichores.
The evening will feature a short opening set by Stumptown Swing, and a feature set by each of our two guests, followed by some creative mixing and matching and full group finale.
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Tango Pacifico
PCC Rock Creek
Tuesday, Nov. 6th 7:30pm
Flamenco Pacifico Sextet
October 26, 7:30pm
Hawthorne Theatre
Flamenco Pacifico Sextet is: Berto Boyd (guitarist/composer), Grant Ruiz (guitarist/vocals),
Terry Longshore (Percussion), Randy Tico (bass), Elena Villa and Melissa Cruz (Flamenco dance/palmas).
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October 26, 7:30pm
Hawthorne Theatre
Flamenco Pacifico Sextet is: Berto Boyd (guitarist/composer), Grant Ruiz (guitarist/vocals),
Terry Longshore (Percussion), Randy Tico (bass), Elena Villa and Melissa Cruz (Flamenco dance/palmas).
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Seffarine
October 23 at 7:30 pm
PCC Rock Creek
The Portland Community College Rock Creek music program presents world music group Seffarine on October 23 at 7:30 pm. The concert will be in the Forum, Building 3, at the Rock Creek Campus, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. Donations are gratefully accepted to support the series. Parking is $2 (permits available at parking machines).
Seffarine is a duo with Moroccan singer Lamiae Naki and oud player and flamenco guitarist Nat Hulscamp. Seffarine presents the music of classical Arabic and Andalusian music as well as original compositions influenced by cultures including Spanish flamenco, classical Persian music and American Jazz. Their CD, “De Fez a Jerez,” is listed in the top 20 best world music releases by the Transglobal World Music Charts, a panel of 43 world music experts. For more information, please visit the band’s website at http://www.seffarine.com/.
For more information about the concert, please contact Jason Palmer at [email protected], 971-722-7869, or view the music program’s website page https://www.pcc.edu/programs/music/rock-creek/ and Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/rcartsenglish.
October 23 at 7:30 pm
PCC Rock Creek
The Portland Community College Rock Creek music program presents world music group Seffarine on October 23 at 7:30 pm. The concert will be in the Forum, Building 3, at the Rock Creek Campus, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. Donations are gratefully accepted to support the series. Parking is $2 (permits available at parking machines).
Seffarine is a duo with Moroccan singer Lamiae Naki and oud player and flamenco guitarist Nat Hulscamp. Seffarine presents the music of classical Arabic and Andalusian music as well as original compositions influenced by cultures including Spanish flamenco, classical Persian music and American Jazz. Their CD, “De Fez a Jerez,” is listed in the top 20 best world music releases by the Transglobal World Music Charts, a panel of 43 world music experts. For more information, please visit the band’s website at http://www.seffarine.com/.
For more information about the concert, please contact Jason Palmer at [email protected], 971-722-7869, or view the music program’s website page https://www.pcc.edu/programs/music/rock-creek/ and Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/rcartsenglish.
Oregon Mandolin Orchestra
October 9 at 7:30 pm
PCC Rock Creek
The Portland Community College Rock Creek music program presents the Oregon Mandolin Orchestra on October 9 at 7:30 pm. The concert will be in the Forum, Building 3, at the Rock Creek Campus, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. Donations are gratefully accepted to support the series. Parking is $2 (permits available at parking machines).
Since 2010, the Oregon Mandolin Orchestra has been delighting Pacific Northwest audiences with a wide variety of repertoire from music composed for mandolin to arrangements of classical, jazz and Broadway music. The two-dozen member orchestra plays mandolin, mandola, mandocello and mandobass – all the varied voices of the mandolin instrument family. Acoustic guitars and upright string basses occasionally round out the mix. For more information, please go to: https://www.oregonmandolinorchestra.org/.
For more information about the concert, please contact Jason Palmer at [email protected], 971-722-7869, or view the music program’s website page https://www.pcc.edu/programs/music/rock-creek/ and Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/rcartsenglish.
October 9 at 7:30 pm
PCC Rock Creek
The Portland Community College Rock Creek music program presents the Oregon Mandolin Orchestra on October 9 at 7:30 pm. The concert will be in the Forum, Building 3, at the Rock Creek Campus, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. Donations are gratefully accepted to support the series. Parking is $2 (permits available at parking machines).
Since 2010, the Oregon Mandolin Orchestra has been delighting Pacific Northwest audiences with a wide variety of repertoire from music composed for mandolin to arrangements of classical, jazz and Broadway music. The two-dozen member orchestra plays mandolin, mandola, mandocello and mandobass – all the varied voices of the mandolin instrument family. Acoustic guitars and upright string basses occasionally round out the mix. For more information, please go to: https://www.oregonmandolinorchestra.org/.
For more information about the concert, please contact Jason Palmer at [email protected], 971-722-7869, or view the music program’s website page https://www.pcc.edu/programs/music/rock-creek/ and Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/rcartsenglish.
Acoustic Blues Masters concert
Sunday, September 30, 2018
Grange Hall, Corbett OR
DUKE ROBILLARD is a founder of Roomful of Blues, winner of countless awards, and “one of the great players” – BB King.
PAT DONOHUE is a Grammy winner, renowned fingerstyle champion and “one of the greatest fingerpickers in the world today” – Chet Atkins.
MARY FLOWER is the artistic director of Blues in the Gorge, a master fingerpicker, and “one of the finest fingerstyle guitarists alive” – Jazz & Blues Report.
MICHAEL JEROME BROWNE is an award-winning Canadian roots musician and “arguably the finest acoustic blues artist in this country” – Toronto Globe & Mail.
TICKETS
Advance $20 at https://menucha.org/tickets (on sale starting in September) or at the door for $25.
QUESTIONS
Lori Nance [email protected] 503-695-2243
Sunday, September 30, 2018
Grange Hall, Corbett OR
DUKE ROBILLARD is a founder of Roomful of Blues, winner of countless awards, and “one of the great players” – BB King.
PAT DONOHUE is a Grammy winner, renowned fingerstyle champion and “one of the greatest fingerpickers in the world today” – Chet Atkins.
MARY FLOWER is the artistic director of Blues in the Gorge, a master fingerpicker, and “one of the finest fingerstyle guitarists alive” – Jazz & Blues Report.
MICHAEL JEROME BROWNE is an award-winning Canadian roots musician and “arguably the finest acoustic blues artist in this country” – Toronto Globe & Mail.
TICKETS
Advance $20 at https://menucha.org/tickets (on sale starting in September) or at the door for $25.
QUESTIONS
Lori Nance [email protected] 503-695-2243
Flamenco Fridays
Fridays August 3rd - August 24th
Seating 6:00pm
Performance 7:00pm
Bar Vivant
2225 E Burnside St., Portland OR 97214
Espacio Flamenco is delighted to be back at Bar Vivant for the 4th annual Flamenco Fridays series. Each week will feature different artists and special guests. Arrive early for best seating.
Fridays August 3rd - August 24th
Seating 6:00pm
Performance 7:00pm
Bar Vivant
2225 E Burnside St., Portland OR 97214
Espacio Flamenco is delighted to be back at Bar Vivant for the 4th annual Flamenco Fridays series. Each week will feature different artists and special guests. Arrive early for best seating.
Sunday, August 5th, 2pm
Steve Einhorn & Kate Power rally the public to play and sing at the Artichoke Café 1st Sunday Pick & Play from 2-4PM. For all singers and kitchen-to-pro players who wish to build chops, musicality and skill in ensemble with a guided group practice with vocal warmups, body mechanics, songs that teach, right and left-hand tips, arrangement basics, and basic training in the elements of beautiful music. Advance tickets are online ($10). Walk-ins welcome.
Proceeds are shared with Artichoke Community Music.
Join the online dojo for the Dojo Songbook and 24/7 access at home! "Dojo" is a japanese word for "a place of the way". Self-register at qualityfolkdojo.com - it's free - and print your own Dojo Songbook, or borrow one of ours when you come.
Every 1st Sunday from 2-4PM.
Artichoke Café, 2007 SE Powell Blvd. Portland, OR 97202.
$10 at the door. Limited seats. All welcome.
Steve Einhorn & Kate Power rally the public to play and sing at the Artichoke Café 1st Sunday Pick & Play from 2-4PM. For all singers and kitchen-to-pro players who wish to build chops, musicality and skill in ensemble with a guided group practice with vocal warmups, body mechanics, songs that teach, right and left-hand tips, arrangement basics, and basic training in the elements of beautiful music. Advance tickets are online ($10). Walk-ins welcome.
Proceeds are shared with Artichoke Community Music.
Join the online dojo for the Dojo Songbook and 24/7 access at home! "Dojo" is a japanese word for "a place of the way". Self-register at qualityfolkdojo.com - it's free - and print your own Dojo Songbook, or borrow one of ours when you come.
Every 1st Sunday from 2-4PM.
Artichoke Café, 2007 SE Powell Blvd. Portland, OR 97202.
$10 at the door. Limited seats. All welcome.
Celebrate the life of Bill Bulick
Saturday, August 4
The Artichoke Music Legacy Project has been established in tribute to Bill Bulick's significant contribution, his love of music and his generous support to emerging artists throughout his life. Donations are tax-deductible and will be used in support of new and emerging musicians and artists through Artichoke Community Music. An accomplished musician (Wildgeese) and former owner of historic music center, Artichoke Music, Bill was highly respected for his development of non-profit arts organizations in Portland, Oregon and across the United States.
In the Atrium at the Reed Performing Arts Building at 11am, 3203 Southeast Woodstock Blvd, followed by a parade to the grounds and music. Participating artists include Michael Curry, Kate Power & Steve Einhorn, Darryl Grant, Gary Haggerty, and many more artists affected by Bill's seminal work. All are invited to attend!
Celebrate the life of Bill Bulick
Saturday, August 4
The Artichoke Music Legacy Project has been established in tribute to Bill Bulick's significant contribution, his love of music and his generous support to emerging artists throughout his life. Donations are tax-deductible and will be used in support of new and emerging musicians and artists through Artichoke Community Music. An accomplished musician (Wildgeese) and former owner of historic music center, Artichoke Music, Bill was highly respected for his development of non-profit arts organizations in Portland, Oregon and across the United States.
In the Atrium at the Reed Performing Arts Building at 11am, 3203 Southeast Woodstock Blvd, followed by a parade to the grounds and music. Participating artists include Michael Curry, Kate Power & Steve Einhorn, Darryl Grant, Gary Haggerty, and many more artists affected by Bill's seminal work. All are invited to attend!
MARY FLOWER AND THE BBQ BOYS
Sat, June 30, 2018
Happy Hour!
Doors: 6:00 pm / Show: 6:00 pm
The Secret Society
116 NE Russell St.
More Info
Sat, June 30, 2018
Happy Hour!
Doors: 6:00 pm / Show: 6:00 pm
The Secret Society
116 NE Russell St.
More Info
Trio Uncontrollable
June 27th, 7:30
Teutonic Wine Company
3303 SE 20th Ave.
Trio Uncontrollable brings together three extremely talented musicians with differing individual virtuosities –
Dan Balmer on guitar
Alan Jones on drums
Damien Erskine on bass
They play songs based on Dan Balmer’s compositions but add improvisational twists and turns along the way. These three have been playing together for a couple years now, never performing the same set and dazzling their audience every time. You don’t want to miss this.
Teutonic offers a small plate dinner menu 5 to 9 pm and the music starts at 7:30 pm. No RSVP required. No cover. This is 21 and over show.
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June 27th, 7:30
Teutonic Wine Company
3303 SE 20th Ave.
Trio Uncontrollable brings together three extremely talented musicians with differing individual virtuosities –
Dan Balmer on guitar
Alan Jones on drums
Damien Erskine on bass
They play songs based on Dan Balmer’s compositions but add improvisational twists and turns along the way. These three have been playing together for a couple years now, never performing the same set and dazzling their audience every time. You don’t want to miss this.
Teutonic offers a small plate dinner menu 5 to 9 pm and the music starts at 7:30 pm. No RSVP required. No cover. This is 21 and over show.
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Portland Classic Guitar presents Roberto Fabbri & Daughters Friday June 22nd, 8pm St. Anne’s Chapel, Marylhurst University Master Class -- Thursday June 21st 7pm in St. Catherine's Hall Room 206 Tickets & Information |
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House Of Doolescu Presents
John Doyle
Saturday June 9, 7pm
From a musical family in Dublin, John’s early musical influences grew out of the English and Irish folk revivals of the 1970s. He was, most notably, influenced by such singers and guitarists as Nic Jones, Martin Carthy, Richard Thompson, Paul Brady and John Martin. However, his father, singer Sean Doyle, was probably the biggest influence of all. John went on the road as a pro at 16 with the group Chanting House which he formed with Susan McKeown. From there, John went on to form the highly acclaimed super group, Solas, with Seamus Egan, John Williams, Karan Casey and Winifred Horan which took the folk and Celtic music worlds by storm, in no small part due to John’s powerhouse rhythmic guitar style and innovative arrangements. As a member of this critically acclaimed group, John performed to sold out audiences nationally and internationally as well as appearing on many national TV and radio programs: NBC’s The Today Show, various programs for National Public Radio and Public Radio International, A Prairie Home Companion, Mountain Stage, E-Town and World Cafe. He also received three NAIRD awards and a Grammy nomination for the band’s self-titled first recording.
John Doyle
Saturday June 9, 7pm
From a musical family in Dublin, John’s early musical influences grew out of the English and Irish folk revivals of the 1970s. He was, most notably, influenced by such singers and guitarists as Nic Jones, Martin Carthy, Richard Thompson, Paul Brady and John Martin. However, his father, singer Sean Doyle, was probably the biggest influence of all. John went on the road as a pro at 16 with the group Chanting House which he formed with Susan McKeown. From there, John went on to form the highly acclaimed super group, Solas, with Seamus Egan, John Williams, Karan Casey and Winifred Horan which took the folk and Celtic music worlds by storm, in no small part due to John’s powerhouse rhythmic guitar style and innovative arrangements. As a member of this critically acclaimed group, John performed to sold out audiences nationally and internationally as well as appearing on many national TV and radio programs: NBC’s The Today Show, various programs for National Public Radio and Public Radio International, A Prairie Home Companion, Mountain Stage, E-Town and World Cafe. He also received three NAIRD awards and a Grammy nomination for the band’s self-titled first recording.
Pitchaya Su-authai
Wednesday June 6, 5:30PM
Junior Recital (30min)
LH75 (Basement Auditorium)
Free
Portland Classic Guitar presents
Virginia Luque
Friday June 1st, 8pm
Wiegand Hall, Marylhurst University
Master Class -- Thursday May 31 7pm in St. Catherine's Hall Room 206
Virginia Luque
Friday June 1st, 8pm
Wiegand Hall, Marylhurst University
Master Class -- Thursday May 31 7pm in St. Catherine's Hall Room 206
Choro da Alegria
performs Brazilian Music!
Saturday June 2
11:00 am, St. John's Art Constitutional, part of the St. John's Farmer's Market. Enjoy crafts, music, art and food! All ages, free admission
2:00pm, Afternoon concert, Cedar Mill Library
performs Brazilian Music!
Saturday June 2
11:00 am, St. John's Art Constitutional, part of the St. John's Farmer's Market. Enjoy crafts, music, art and food! All ages, free admission
2:00pm, Afternoon concert, Cedar Mill Library
Portland FolkMusic Society presents
Cabin Fever NW
Friday May 18th, 7:30
Reedwood Friends Church
2901 SE Steele St
Cabin Fever NW has wide crossover appeal for fans of bluegrass, singer-songwriters, Americana, country, pop and gospel. Their original songs have been recognized by national media including NPR's Car Talk and SING OUT! Magazine and are sung in and around churches, folk societies, living rooms and campfires across the US and Canada.
"Imagine Simon and Garfunkel singing with the Carter Family’s devotion. This is music of the heart. No flash and very accessible.”
- TheAlternateRoot.com
Tickets & Information
Cabin Fever NW
Friday May 18th, 7:30
Reedwood Friends Church
2901 SE Steele St
Cabin Fever NW has wide crossover appeal for fans of bluegrass, singer-songwriters, Americana, country, pop and gospel. Their original songs have been recognized by national media including NPR's Car Talk and SING OUT! Magazine and are sung in and around churches, folk societies, living rooms and campfires across the US and Canada.
"Imagine Simon and Garfunkel singing with the Carter Family’s devotion. This is music of the heart. No flash and very accessible.”
- TheAlternateRoot.com
Tickets & Information
Portland Classic Guitar presents
Duo Tenebroso
Friday May 18th, 8pm
Wiegand Hall, Marylhurst University
Hailing from the Pacific Northwest, Duo Tenebroso is known for their warm musicality and singular interpretations. Their concerts are filled with a wide variety of music from the Baroque masters Bach, Vivaldi, and Scarlatti, to the romantics such as Brahms, as well as new transcriptions and music from living composers like Brouwer, Assad, Duarte, Pujol, and Carbajo. Members David Franzen and Kristen Waligora take pleasure in expanding the guitar repertoire by constantly searching out new works as well as transcribing undiscovered classics.
Tickets & Information
Duo Tenebroso
Friday May 18th, 8pm
Wiegand Hall, Marylhurst University
Hailing from the Pacific Northwest, Duo Tenebroso is known for their warm musicality and singular interpretations. Their concerts are filled with a wide variety of music from the Baroque masters Bach, Vivaldi, and Scarlatti, to the romantics such as Brahms, as well as new transcriptions and music from living composers like Brouwer, Assad, Duarte, Pujol, and Carbajo. Members David Franzen and Kristen Waligora take pleasure in expanding the guitar repertoire by constantly searching out new works as well as transcribing undiscovered classics.
Tickets & Information
PDX Jazz presents
Ken Peplowski and Diego Figueiredo
Thursday May 17th, 8pm
It all started in 1962. Antonio Carlos Jobim wrote the songs, “The Girl from Ipanema”, “Corcovado”, and “Wave”. The music hit North America and it was an explosion of Grammy’s and Billboard hits. Stan Getz and Charlie Byrd’s famous album “Jazz Samba” from April 1962, hit #1 on The Billboard Pop Chart. Now the world renowned artists Ken Peplowski and Diego Figueiredo recreate music from this era, but in their own special way.
Diego Figueiredo (pronounced fig-a-ray-do) comes all the way from Brazil and is considered one of the most talented guitar players in the world today. He is the winner of several important competitions including the Montreux Jazz Competition and the VISA Prize. Diego’s unique interpretations, along with his phenomenal technique and emotion, has created an explosion of adoring fans and concert goers around the world
Ken Peplowski is one of the leading clarinetists and sax players in jazz today. Ken’s performed and recorded with all the greats including Mel Torme, Leon Redbone, Charlie Byrd, Peggy Lee, Benny Goodman, George Shearing, Madonna, James Moody, Steve Allen, Woody Allen, and many more. Ken Peplowski has recorded over 50 CDs as a soloist, and 400 as a sideman.
Tickets & Information
Ken & Diego on YouTube
Ken Peplowski and Diego Figueiredo
Thursday May 17th, 8pm
It all started in 1962. Antonio Carlos Jobim wrote the songs, “The Girl from Ipanema”, “Corcovado”, and “Wave”. The music hit North America and it was an explosion of Grammy’s and Billboard hits. Stan Getz and Charlie Byrd’s famous album “Jazz Samba” from April 1962, hit #1 on The Billboard Pop Chart. Now the world renowned artists Ken Peplowski and Diego Figueiredo recreate music from this era, but in their own special way.
Diego Figueiredo (pronounced fig-a-ray-do) comes all the way from Brazil and is considered one of the most talented guitar players in the world today. He is the winner of several important competitions including the Montreux Jazz Competition and the VISA Prize. Diego’s unique interpretations, along with his phenomenal technique and emotion, has created an explosion of adoring fans and concert goers around the world
Ken Peplowski is one of the leading clarinetists and sax players in jazz today. Ken’s performed and recorded with all the greats including Mel Torme, Leon Redbone, Charlie Byrd, Peggy Lee, Benny Goodman, George Shearing, Madonna, James Moody, Steve Allen, Woody Allen, and many more. Ken Peplowski has recorded over 50 CDs as a soloist, and 400 as a sideman.
Tickets & Information
Ken & Diego on YouTube
Tony McManus
Wednesday, May 9th, 7:00 pm
House Concert, NE Portland
Please join us for a night of fantastic music with international guitar sensation Tony McManus. Hailing from Scotland, but currently residing in Canada, Tony has come to be recognized throughout the world as one of the leading guitarists in Celtic Music, making regular appearances at guitar specific events where just a few years ago jigs and reels would have been unheard of. He performs annually at the Chet Atkins Festival in Nashville. He has appeared at Guitar Festivals in Soave and Pescantina, Sarzana and Francacorta Italy; Frankston, Australia; Issoudun and Bordeaux France; Kirkmichael, Scotland; Bath and Kent, England; Bochum and Osnabruck, Germany. In 2004 he appeared at the famous Ryman Auditorium in Nashville in the “All Star Guitar Night” featuring Steve Morse, Bryan Sutton, Muriel Anderson, Béla Fleck and Victor Wooten and headlined by the legendary Les Paul.
Tickets & Information
Wednesday, May 9th, 7:00 pm
House Concert, NE Portland
Please join us for a night of fantastic music with international guitar sensation Tony McManus. Hailing from Scotland, but currently residing in Canada, Tony has come to be recognized throughout the world as one of the leading guitarists in Celtic Music, making regular appearances at guitar specific events where just a few years ago jigs and reels would have been unheard of. He performs annually at the Chet Atkins Festival in Nashville. He has appeared at Guitar Festivals in Soave and Pescantina, Sarzana and Francacorta Italy; Frankston, Australia; Issoudun and Bordeaux France; Kirkmichael, Scotland; Bath and Kent, England; Bochum and Osnabruck, Germany. In 2004 he appeared at the famous Ryman Auditorium in Nashville in the “All Star Guitar Night” featuring Steve Morse, Bryan Sutton, Muriel Anderson, Béla Fleck and Victor Wooten and headlined by the legendary Les Paul.
Tickets & Information
Ben Hunter & Joe Seamons
Tuesday May 8th, 7pm
PCC Rock Creek
Ben Hunter & Joe Seamons are songster revivalists who perform acoustic blues, field hollers, fiddle & banjo breakdowns, and early jazz that delights audiences in concerts and workshops nationwide. For seven years, their tours have extended their work as teachers and community organizers in their home of Seattle, Washington. With their unique integration of performance, education and modern-day folklore, this duo redefines the role of a songster in the 21st century. In 2016, they released a new album with harmonica master Phil Wiggins entitled “Black & Tan Ball.” For more information, please go to: https://benjaminhunter1.wixsite.com/benjoeband.
The Portland Community College Rock Creek music program continues its diverse series of short concerts/lectures in April in the Forum, Building 3, at the Rock Creek Campus, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. For more information, please contact Jason Palmer at [email protected], 971-722-7869, or view the music program’s website page http://www.pcc.edu/programs/music/rock-creek/ and Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pccrcaem.
Tuesday May 8th, 7pm
PCC Rock Creek
Ben Hunter & Joe Seamons are songster revivalists who perform acoustic blues, field hollers, fiddle & banjo breakdowns, and early jazz that delights audiences in concerts and workshops nationwide. For seven years, their tours have extended their work as teachers and community organizers in their home of Seattle, Washington. With their unique integration of performance, education and modern-day folklore, this duo redefines the role of a songster in the 21st century. In 2016, they released a new album with harmonica master Phil Wiggins entitled “Black & Tan Ball.” For more information, please go to: https://benjaminhunter1.wixsite.com/benjoeband.
The Portland Community College Rock Creek music program continues its diverse series of short concerts/lectures in April in the Forum, Building 3, at the Rock Creek Campus, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. For more information, please contact Jason Palmer at [email protected], 971-722-7869, or view the music program’s website page http://www.pcc.edu/programs/music/rock-creek/ and Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pccrcaem.
Portland Classic Guitar presents
Jeremy Jouve
Friday May 3rd, 8pm
Wiegand Hall, Marylhurst University
Jeremy Jouve
Friday May 3rd, 8pm
Wiegand Hall, Marylhurst University
Okaidja
Tuesday April 24th, 7pm
PCC Rock Creek
Okaidja is an Afropop singer-songwriter and guitarist from Ghana, West Africa. His unique artistic vision has led him to combine his native rhythms with unforeseen pairings of musical flavors. His sound is a spicy fusion of Ghanaian music with diverse cross-cultural influences. Okaidja's band of drummers and dancers weave hypnotic arrangements for songs sung in his native language. He has released five CDs. Okaidja will present a free workshop at PCC Rock Creek from 10:30-11:30 am the same day as the concert. All are welcome. For more information, please go to: https://okaidja.com.
The Portland Community College Rock Creek music program continues its diverse series of short concerts/lectures in April in the Forum, Building 3, at the Rock Creek Campus, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. For more information, please contact Jason Palmer at [email protected], 971-722-7869, or view the music program’s website page http://www.pcc.edu/programs/music/rock-creek/ and Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pccrcaem.
Tuesday April 24th, 7pm
PCC Rock Creek
Okaidja is an Afropop singer-songwriter and guitarist from Ghana, West Africa. His unique artistic vision has led him to combine his native rhythms with unforeseen pairings of musical flavors. His sound is a spicy fusion of Ghanaian music with diverse cross-cultural influences. Okaidja's band of drummers and dancers weave hypnotic arrangements for songs sung in his native language. He has released five CDs. Okaidja will present a free workshop at PCC Rock Creek from 10:30-11:30 am the same day as the concert. All are welcome. For more information, please go to: https://okaidja.com.
The Portland Community College Rock Creek music program continues its diverse series of short concerts/lectures in April in the Forum, Building 3, at the Rock Creek Campus, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. For more information, please contact Jason Palmer at [email protected], 971-722-7869, or view the music program’s website page http://www.pcc.edu/programs/music/rock-creek/ and Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pccrcaem.
Portland FolkMusic Society presents
Kathy Boyd & Phoenix Rising
Friday April 20th, 7:30
Reedwood Friends Church
2901 SE Steele St
This exciting band continues to stack up awards and accolades while performing their high-energy shows throughout the West. The group is currently up for two Josie Music Awards -- Bluegrass/Folk/Americana Song of the Year (Let Her Roll) and Bluegrass/Folk/Americana Group of the Year.
Members of the have also been individually recognized. Dennis Nelson, guitar player was the Roots Music Association Bluegrass Songwriter of the year in 2008, Banjo player Tom Tower won a major cash prize in the 2010 City Love Music Contest. The whole band was the International Music and Entertainment Association 2015 Bluegrass Group of the Year.
They perform original music and cover some great old standbys. But most important, these folks are fun and they will get your music mind up and cheering. PFS is proud to bring Kathy Boyd and Phoenix Rising to our stage.
Tickets & Information
Kathy Boyd & Phoenix Rising
Friday April 20th, 7:30
Reedwood Friends Church
2901 SE Steele St
This exciting band continues to stack up awards and accolades while performing their high-energy shows throughout the West. The group is currently up for two Josie Music Awards -- Bluegrass/Folk/Americana Song of the Year (Let Her Roll) and Bluegrass/Folk/Americana Group of the Year.
Members of the have also been individually recognized. Dennis Nelson, guitar player was the Roots Music Association Bluegrass Songwriter of the year in 2008, Banjo player Tom Tower won a major cash prize in the 2010 City Love Music Contest. The whole band was the International Music and Entertainment Association 2015 Bluegrass Group of the Year.
They perform original music and cover some great old standbys. But most important, these folks are fun and they will get your music mind up and cheering. PFS is proud to bring Kathy Boyd and Phoenix Rising to our stage.
Tickets & Information
Na Rȯsaí
Tuesday April 10th, 7pm
PCC Rock Creek
Na Rȯsaí performs traditional Irish, Appalachian, Scottish, Breton and other Celtic and folk music and songs featuring fiddle, flute, uilleann pipes, bouzouki and whistles. The band’s focus has been exploring the links between the musical traditions of the Celtic regions and North America by arranging tunes from the two regions with a traditional sensibility. Na Rȯsaí is Irish Gaelic for “the roses” in honor of Portland, the city of roses. The group released a CD, Na Rȯsaí.in 2014 and is currently at work on their next CD. For more information, please go to: http://www.narosai.com/.
The Portland Community College Rock Creek music program continues its diverse series of short concerts/lectures in April in the Forum, Building 3, at the Rock Creek Campus, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. For more information, please contact Jason Palmer at [email protected], 971-722-7869, or view the music program’s website page http://www.pcc.edu/programs/music/rock-creek/ and Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pccrcaem.
Tuesday April 10th, 7pm
PCC Rock Creek
Na Rȯsaí performs traditional Irish, Appalachian, Scottish, Breton and other Celtic and folk music and songs featuring fiddle, flute, uilleann pipes, bouzouki and whistles. The band’s focus has been exploring the links between the musical traditions of the Celtic regions and North America by arranging tunes from the two regions with a traditional sensibility. Na Rȯsaí is Irish Gaelic for “the roses” in honor of Portland, the city of roses. The group released a CD, Na Rȯsaí.in 2014 and is currently at work on their next CD. For more information, please go to: http://www.narosai.com/.
The Portland Community College Rock Creek music program continues its diverse series of short concerts/lectures in April in the Forum, Building 3, at the Rock Creek Campus, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. For more information, please contact Jason Palmer at [email protected], 971-722-7869, or view the music program’s website page http://www.pcc.edu/programs/music/rock-creek/ and Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pccrcaem.
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Portland Classic Guitar presents
Xuefei Yang Friday, March 9th at 8:00 PM Marylhurst University's St. Anne's Chapel Xuefei Yang is acclaimed as one of the world’s finest classical guitarists. Hailed as a musical pioneer - her fascinating journey began after the Cultural Revolution, a period where Western musical instruments & music were banned. Xuefei was the first-ever guitarist in China to enter a music school, & became the first internationally recognised Chinese guitarist on the world stage. Her first public appearance was at the age of ten and received such acclaim that the Spanish Ambassador in China presented her with a concert guitar. Her debut in Madrid at the age of 14 was attended by the composer Joaquín Rodrigo and, when John Williams heard her play, he gave two of his own instruments to Beijing’s Central Conservatoire especially for her and other advanced students. |
