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Our Solar System. Festival Orchestra I
This concert features a unique combination of musical offerings. The plan and intent of Nielsen’s Helios Overture is to depict the rising of the sun, its journey overhead through the day, and its setting in the evening over the sea with the Greek god Helios, who personified the sun. Then the musical journey moves into …
More →Light Opera of Portland Presents: The Gondoliers
Light Opera of Portland is excited to announce our Spring 2026 production of Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Gondoliers! This lively comedy tells the story of Marco and Guiseppe Palmieri, both Venetian gondoliers, who discover that one of them is in fact the son of the recently deceased King of Barataria – unfortunately nobody knows which …
More →Preview of Orchestra I with Soloist Martin Kuuskmann
A special concert preview features conversations with Martin Kuuskmann, bassoon soloist for Orchestra I and Adam Stern, OCMA Associate Conductor. Learn about Kuuskmann and the North American premiere of Tõnu Kõrvits’ Beyond the Solar Fields. Kuuskmann studied at Tallinn Music High School in Estonia, the Manhattan School of Music, and the Yale School of Music. …
More →Cello and Piano Duo of Dace Gregory and Rachel Palen: Swingin’ in the Rain Big Band
Dace Gregory, cello, and Rachel Palen, piano, share an evening of Musical Moments of Wonder.World-renowned cellist Dace Gregory has performed as a soloist across the USA, Japan, and Europe. Born in Riga, Latvia, and educated at the Moscow Conservatory, her love of music was shaped early by her parents’ deep connection to emotion in sound …
More →Afternoon Café at the Library: Tree-O and other guest artists
The Tree-O singers are Peggy Maddron, Kathleen Zappelli and Josie Reid with Luanne May on Keyboard. These local educators and musicians have performed at many locations over the years, and they bring their experience and energy to provide an entertaining afternoon. We plan additional guest artists to join this event. More details forthcoming.
More →A Taste of Jazz: Aaron Johnson Ensemble
This event provides an opportunity to enjoy the Aaron Johnson Ensemble at Wildflour Public House in North Bend. Musicians joining Aaron include: Wilbur Jensen, Dave Captein and Allen Giardinelli, and Greg Chen This special performance is part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the Bay Area Concert Band. Enjoy live jazz as part of your …
More →Songs for the Soul: Darrell Grant piano and vocals
Pianist, composer, and educator Darrell Grant returns to the festival after several memorable appearances over the decades. We are especially delighted to welcome him back to this special venue at the entrance to Coos Bay for an inspiring afternoon of music and renewing of connections. A Portland based artist, Grant harnesses the power of music …
More →A Taste of Jazz: Aaron Johnson Ensemble
“A Taste of Jazz” provides an opportunity to enjoy a relaxed evening with the Aaron Johnson Ensemble at Angelo’s Italy in Bandon. Musicians joining Aaron include Wilbur Jensen, Dave Captein and Allen Giardinelli, and Greg Chen. This special night is presented in collaboration with the 50th anniversary celebration of the Bay Area Concert Band. Settle …
More →OCMA Festival Opening Concert: Bay Area Concert Band
The 48th Annual Oregon Coast Music Festival opens with a special performance celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Bay Area Concert Band, directed by Stephen Simpkins, and featuring guest soloist Aaron Johnson on clarinet and saxophone. This milestone performance honors the band’s five decades of music, community, and dedication to the arts. Audiences can expect …
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Prairie Fire
Live, in Concert – Special Guest and Internationally Acclaimed Principal Cellist of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, CARTER BREY. This is the first and only time Mr. Brey will be in concert with the Portland Choir & Orchestra which makes it a Must See event. It is not often that someone from the New York …
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