The Oregon International Ballet Academy’s highly-acclaimed rendition of The Nutcracker delivers pure seasonal joy in their performances again this year at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts. A beloved holiday tradition, this production “melds the charm and childhood joy of student dancers with stunning appearances from the school’s top performers and from surprise guest…
Experience an evening of masterful strings with Mark & Maggie O’Connor! Three-time Grammy winner Mark O’Connor has redefined American string music, blending classical, jazz, and bluegrass into his own signature style. Joined by his wife, violinist Maggie O’Connor, the duo delivers dazzling fiddle tunes and soul-stirring duets that celebrate the depth and beauty of American…
Put on your mittens and scarves and join Portland Cello Project for our annual Winter Holiday show! This full-band program featuring singer Sarah Clarke includes beautiful orchestrations of your favorite festive tunes, as well as the true “classical” classics that have stood the test of time. Come to the hall decked out in your coziest…
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…
Step into an unforgettable evening where the sweeping rhythms and vibrant energy of the ballroom unfold. Portland Chamber Orchestra’s Grand Ballroom Carnaval celebrates the rich traditions of ballroom dance, brought to life through the music of legendary composers—from the timeless sophistication of Beethoven and the waltzing charm of Strauss to the passionate tango flair of…
We are excited to invite families with young children to ring in the New Year at The Reser! Featuring live performances with DJ O.G.ONE and Fyütch, New Year count down and ball drop, photobooth, crafts, and more! Don’t miss the prize drawing at 1PM with giveaways including a Hercules DJ Kit ($300 value), Fyütch vinyl,…
Joaquín Turina – Rapsodia Sinfónica Ft. Elija Wilson, piano Aleksandr Glazunov – Saxophone Concerto in E-flat major, Op. 109 Ft. Jacob Peizner, saxophone Henryk Wieniawski – Polonaise de concert No. 1 in D major, Op. 4 Ft. Kaylee Nah, violin Aaron Copland – Three Latin American Sketches W. A. Mozart – Symphony No. 28, K200…
CMNW is proud to present one of the most tremendous chamber music tours of the season: the superstar trio of seven-time Grammy Award-winning bass virtuoso Edgar Meyer, genre-crossing Kentucky-born violinist Tessa Lark, and electrifying cellist Joshua Roman. The ensemble will perform everything from Bach to Meyer’s own string trios, plus some new music written especially…
Newly restored in 4K to coincide with its 40th anniversary, the 1984 film was directed by renowned filmmaker Jonathan Demme and is considered by critics as the greatest concert film of all time. Starring band members David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison and Tina Weymouth (along with their incredible touring musicians), the live performance was…
What if all of Beaverton read the same book? Please join us for the signature event of Beaverton City Library’s One Book, One Beaverton, a visit with Pulitzer-Prize-winning author Tracy Kidder. Kidder’s most recent book, Rough Sleepers, tells the inspiring story of Dr. Jim O’Connell, a gifted man who invented a community of care for…
Live Wire Radio is an independently produced radio show based in Portland, Or. Hosted by Luke Burbank and announced by Elena Passarello, the show artfully blends unpredictable conversation, live music, and original comedy featuring all kinds of cultural talent and creative minds, from emerging artists to established acts. Live Wire champions discovery by producing engaging, spirited, and genuine live and listening experiences for…
ONN’s annual off-series celebration returns with a vibrant, one-night-only performance spotlighting Pan-American musical voices. The program features the world premiere of a new flute concerto by Portland-based composer Giancarlo D’Addona Castro, written for and performed by ONN Executive Director and celebrated flutist Adam Eccleston. The evening also includes festive and expressive works by Freddy Vilches…
We are proud to welcome the legendary Sweet Honey in the Rock back to Portland. These matriarchs of musical resistance return to The Reser stage for a powerful evening of collaborative artistry, joined by the award-winning Portland vocal ensemble Resonance Ensemble. Renowned for their soaring harmonies, spiritual grounding, and unwavering calls for justice, Sweet Honey…
Ruth Moody is an award-winning singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist hailing from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Her otherworldly soprano voice and her inspired songwriting have gained the admiration of the hearts, minds, and ears of millions of listeners. As a solo artist and a founding and current member of The Wailin’ Jennys, she has garnered two JUNO Awards and…
Join PLC as we commemorate our rich history of community and activism. For 40 years, PLC has been a place where people can come and be their authentic selves. Our music represents our commitment to connection, equality, and social justice. We welcome you as we celebrate our 40th and look toward the future!
A baroque band with a fresh, visceral approach, Ruckus aims to fuse the early music movement’s questing, creative spirit with the grit, groove, and jangle of American roots music, creating a unique sound. Time traveling through four centuries of reimagined songs, hymns, and ballads, Ruckus and path-breaking singer Davóne Tines have created an extraordinary program…
International Guitar Night (IGN) returns with a dynamic lineup featuring Vietnamese classical guitarist Thu Le, rock/flamenco/classical powerhouse Lucas Imbiriba (Brazil), innovative fingerstyle guitarist Alexandr Misko (Russia), and, for the first time, ukulele master Taimane (Hawaii). Alexandr Misko is a modern fingerstyle innovator whose percussive techniques and viral videos captivate audiences worldwide. With six albums and…
An evening of Indian Classical & Folk Dances featuring performers from the Greater Portland Area.
Acclaimed nature writer Robert Macfarlane proclaimed that “if snow could sing, it would sing like Julie Fowlis.” Hailing from the Outer Hebrides and now based in the Highlands, Julie Fowlis is a multi-award winning singer whose music is deeply influenced by the Hebridean islands where she grew up and by the Highland landscapes where she…
Based on a fairy tale by The Brothers Grimm, the ballet of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs takes the vibrant style of a Disney animated movie and sets it to the musical motifs of Polish composer Bogdan Pavlovsky. Not only will this inspire demanding young audiences, but the fantastical themes of this ballet will…
Soaring vocals meet dextrous, layered guitar and intimate storytelling that can evoke the poetic lyricism of Passenger in one song before sliding into the wrenching neo-soul of Leon Bridges in another. Artis was born and raised in a large musical family on the North Shore of Oahu, and it’s easy to find the laid-back vibe…
Tambuco is known for its unique repertoire and breathtakingly vibrant performances. From body percussion, to sticks and stones, to modern percussion instruments, Tambuco’s approach to sound and rhythm is virtuosic, visceral, and extraordinarily enjoyable. Considered a national treasure in Mexico, Tambuco is one of the most dynamic and innovative chamber percussion ensembles performing today.
Singer, songwriter, music producer, visual artist, and writer Neko Case is the consummate career artist — fearless and versatile, with a fierce work ethic and a constant drive to search deeper within herself for creative growth. “One of America’s best and most ambitious singer-songwriters” (Rolling Stone) and “essentially peerless” (NPR), Case has long been revered…
Celebrate Lunar New Year with a vibrant fusion of music and dance during this special collaboration between the Portland Chamber Orchestra and White Lotus Foundation. Lotus & Lion: A Festival of Music and Dance brings together modern and traditional art forms in a joyful celebration of creativity and community. Experience powerful works by acclaimed composers…
Step back into the golden age of cinema as The Reser and the Oregon Symphony bring Charlie Chaplin’s timeless genius to life with a live orchestral performance underscoring the enduring classic, The Gold Rush. From his iconic bowler hat and cane to his heartfelt scores and comedic brilliance, Chaplin dazzled audiences as a writer, director,…
With their unique instrumentation—soprano saxophone, alto flute, cello, guitar, and hand percussion—Quarteto Nuevo merges western classical, eastern European folk, Latin, and jazz with an organic feel that packs a wallop! The ensemble’s razor-sharp precision is enhanced by jazzy interludes, lightly rumbling percussion motifs, and mesmerizing rhythms.
Sharks have roamed the planet’s waters since before the dinosaurs, but only recently have we begun to understand the lives of these powerful predators in the ocean. Fifty years after Jaws shocked audiences in theaters, we open the National Geographic archives to reveal the true story of 20th-century women leading shark science and dive into…
This powerful program features contemporary works that speak to our collective memory and national identity. Carlos Simon’s music opens the concert with a stirring expression of history, hope, and heart. Pianist Artina McCain returns to perform George Gershwin’s jazz-inflected Piano Concerto in F, a thrilling work of rhythmic vitality and lush romanticism. The evening culminates…