The definition of epic. 26 Little Deaths by Carla Kihlstedt weaves a sweeping song cycle inspired by Edward Gorey’s Gashlycrumb Tinies, a delightfully dark alphabet book. A gifted singer and violinist, Kihlstedt will perform alongside musicians from your Oregon Symphony as they guide the audience through 26 songs that are part Tim Burton, part Edgar Allan Poe, and…
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate Mariachi Tradición’s 10th Anniversary—a decade of music, culture, and community. Founded in 2015 by Lesslie Nuñez in the Forest Grove School District, this dynamic, audition-based Forest Grove High School ensemble has become a cherished group in the Portland Metropolitan Area. Featuring violins, trumpets, guitars, vihuela, guitarron,…
Come celebrate PRIDE with Poison Waters as she hosts the Friends of Dorothy: A Queer Cabaret. Featuring the cream of the crop from our local entertainment landscape, this one-of-a-kind live show will be fun for the entire family! Guests will be dazzled and entertained throughout the evening by an incredible lineup of local talent, featuring…
The story of composers Chen Yi and Zhou Long is one of love; for each other and for the music that has led them on a remarkable journey from the forced labor camps of the Cultural Revolution to the US. The critical acclaim for their brilliant music is richly deserved, including the Pulitzer Prize for…
Ticket prices are $14.50 – $54.50 or pay what you will with a $10 suggested minimum donation. Oregon Origins Project in partnership with Stelo presents an epic new musical and visual art work depicting the dramatic events of Oregon’s geologic history. Join us for an artistic exploration of the state’s geologic origin stories, including the…
In its inaugural concert, the Portland Sage Singers presents an evening of music and stories extolling the simple, and not so simple, joys of elderhood. The concert opens with Stephen Sondheim’s powerful anthem, “Our Time” from Merrily We Roll Along. From there, the chorus of singers aged 55 and above, whisks the audience on a…
Bach-inspired artistry and innovation ensue with Oregonian David Schiff’s Divertimento from his acclaimed Gimpel the Fool alongside the World Premiere of iPod Variations by one of America’s most unique emerging voices, Iranian American composer Kian Ravaei. Schubert’s enchanting The Shepherd on the Rock pairs soprano Hyunah Yu’s soaring voice with Artistic Director Emeritus David Shifrin’s…
Eleven of the world’s most renowned string artists converge: violinists Carolin Widmann and Benjamin Beilman, bassist Nina Bernat, and the doubly dynamic Viano and Opus13 quartets! The World Premiere of Alistair Coleman’s evocative Ghost Art Canticles for String Quartet & Double Bass is followed by Finnish superstar Olli Mustonen’s strikingly modern Nonetto II. Then, hang…
Join the Portland Symphonic Choir for an immersive audience participation concert experience as part of Summer Sings at The Reser. Whether you’re new to singing or an experienced chorister, Summer Sings invites you to pick up a score and sing from your seat, surrounded by members of the Portland Symphonic Choir. If you prefer to…
Be the first to hear legendary musicians Leila Josefowicz and Paul Watkins shine in their World Premiere of Sean Shepherd’s Violin & Cello Duo written especially for them. Josefowicz and Gloria Chien will pair next for Igor Stravinsky’s Divertimento from The Fairy’s Kiss, showcasing their exquisite artistry. The evening concludes with an all-star ensemble performing…
Aside from being one of the principal innovators of modern jazz guitar, John Scofield is a creative artist of an even rarer sort: a stylistic chameleon who has forged a consistent, rock-solid aesthetic identity. Looking to commemorate his 73rd year, Scofield has penned a collection of new compositions and re-formed the swinging group – formerly…
A Holiday Extravaganza featuring the All-Star Horns and guest vocalists Barbara Ayars and Thea Enos — 2 shows — 2 PM & 5 PM “It’s a Tony Starlight Christmas” has been a Pacific Northwest holiday tradition for the last seventeen years, and this December it is once again being performed exclusively on the stage of…