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Portland Sacred Harp cordially invites all who love to sing to add their voices to our 28th Annual Pacific NW Sacred Harp Convention.
This is a FREE community event, open to all ages and no singing experience is required. Songbooks will be available to borrow for the day, come and go as you please, potluck lunch at noon.
Happy Valley School of Music
Every other Sunday from Sep 8 through Oct 20, led by Tracy Kim, learn to improvise over any chord or chord progression at any time, $120 for four workshops, Artichoke Music, More info: artichokemusic.org/classes.
Please Note: If you miss the start date of the term, you can do a $35 drop-in rate per session. Please contact Tracy at 503-236-8613.
10:30 to 11:30 Introduction to Waltz: Lesson by Uwe Hessinger and Colleen Suzanne
11:30 to 2:30pm: Eclectic Dance music djed by Dennis Myers
A selection of waltzes played on the piano by Gene Freeheart
Come enjoy the best dance floor in Portland, a welcoming atmosphere, a lesson that has become a Sunday morning ritual.
Cost- $15 for dance, brunch and lesson, $12 for brunch and dance
Happy Valley School of Music
Every other Sunday from Sep 8 through Oct 20, led by Tracy Kim, learn and jam in a relaxed setting, $120 for four workshops. More info: artichokemusic.org/classes.
Please Note: If you miss the start date of the term, you can do a $35 drop-in rate per session. Please contact Tracy at 503-236-8613.
Gypsy jazz and vintage swing acoustic stringband, free, all ages. Info: 503-232-1504 or www.laurelthirst.com (Every Sunday)
Happy Valley School of Music
Every Sunday from Sep 8 through Oct 20, led by Tracy Kim, this class makes learning and understanding music theory fun and EASY! $150 for seven classes. More info: artichokemusic.org/classes.
Please Note: If you miss the start date of the term, you can do a $30 drop-in rate per session. Please contact Tracy at 503-236-8613.
Cajun musicians gather at different homes, everyone is welcome and sometimes there is room to dance. Potluck! To get on the mailing list, send to Tia Regan at regantia(at)gmail.com
Led by Mark Bosnian, a monthly community sing-along gathering. $10. Info: 232-8845 or artichokemusic.org/classes
Every Sunday, 2-4 pm, music and songwriting lessons for Armed Forces veterans; guitars are available, drop-in, free. Info: 503-232-8845 or www.artichokemusic.org/calendar
led by Mark Bosnian, a monthly community sing-along gathering, $10. Info: www.artichokemusic.org/calendar
Unitarian Universalist Church of Vancouver
music by UUCVan Contra Band, led by Carl Thor, caller Rich Goss.
Every Sunday from 2 to 5 pm, this is an ongoing jam open to all ages and levels, acoustic only. The Ladd Taphouse has a full menu, over 40 taps, and full bar.
Beaverton Community Center
Come prepared to share a 5-to-7-minute story. RSVP and confirm the date with terry.jordan(at)comcast.net. (Every third Sunday)
Benefit for Raphael House
Old-time blues. Every Sunday. Free.
Enjoy gospel music with potluck and fellowship to follow. Please RSVP to Pastor Richard Monks at 360-225-6332 or Gary Everett at 360-606-8992.
Muddy Rudder Public House
Irish music, no cover, 21+.
David Reisch (bass) and Turtle VanDemarr (guitar) from the Freak Mountain Rambers bring pals for a rowdy, rootsy Sunday afternoon of song!, free, all ages.
Kells Irish Restaurant and Pub
Free. (2nd through last Sundays but please verify)
Tom Harke is kindly lending us his home.
New regular Portland Balkan Jam (and maybe, some Romanian and Hungarian music), 2nd and 4th Sundays (starting September 22, 2019).
No commitments. Bring music and/or chords to share. All instruments are welcome. Tell your friends. All suggestions are welcome.
Talented songwriter and musician - author of "The President Sang Amazing Grace", house concert in SW Portland, contact Emily Daniel at eldaniel1(at)mac.com for more information.
Calling all players and fans of the ukulele! Join us for an entire evening devoted to our love for our delightful instrument, hosted by Avery Hill, $5, advance tickets from www.brownpapertickets.com (plus service fee).
Have a song or two you‘d like to share? Individuals and small groups are invited to sign up for a slot ahead of time (email avery(at)learnsongbysong.com) or on the night of the open mic, if there is still space.
The Vault at Gastro Mania
Roots and more, with Hank Rasco, Steve Bradley, John Bunzow, Bob Love, Jeff Woodcock, Kurtis Piltz, $8 cash at door.
Fulton Park Community Center
Every Sunday, led by Donna Cole, we dance circles, couples, and some lines; beginning dances will be taught at 8, followed by new dances at 9, admission $7. Check the online calendar at http://portlandisraelidance.com for cancellations or schedule changes.
Super supportive showcase for everyone, signup at 8pm, music at 9pm, hosted by Taylor Kingman, free.
Early morning folk music to get your week started, hosted by Sam Bouman.
Aaron Canwell of the popular Kindie band, Micah and Me, is teaching a weekly ukulele drop in designed for parents, caregivers, and nannies who would like to learn to play the ukulele with their little ones in tow. This is also available to anyone of any age; just know kids will be tolerated!
The cost is $10 for anyone over 10 years of age (even if they bring their own ukulele). And $10 per ukulele for those under 10 years old that choose to participate.
Extra sessions at noon-1 pm and 2-3 pm.
Doors open at 6 pm, Blues and folk, price varies.
Oct 14:Patrick Lamb Quintet
Oct 21: Soulmates- Jarrod Lawson, Jay ”Bird” Koder & Jans Ingber, VIP table (seats 4) $100
Oct 28: John Nilsen CD Release Concert, $20, VIP table (seats 4) $100
Muddy Rudder Public House
Doin‘ what it takes, no cover, 21+.
The Kung Pao Chickens (Tim Acott, Gary Gunther, Jon Neufeld, and Tracy Kim) perform a diverse mix of European gypsy jazz, American jazz classics, and Brazilian bossa novas, free.
A spicy mix of folk and acoustic music, much of which is connected to the American south, including (but not limited to) acoustic blues, Texas folk, Cajun, string band & Texas swing, hosted by Diane Karl
Every Tuesday until Dec 31, open to the public and all are welcome! Mr. Ben will sing your children‘s favorite songs, inspiring movement, growth, connection, and cognitive and emotional development.
music from 10 to 10:45, and if time allows, open play afterwards with toys provided by Woodlawn Swap n‘ Play Less.
Kelli Welli is a fun, popular Portland childrens’ performer. Her music is great for toddlers on up, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays.
Fine sax with piano attached, free. Info: reggiehouston.com
Jackstraw, 6-8 pm, bluegrass; impeccable musicianship and hard-driving originals, Laurelthirst Public House *, free, all ages.
NOTE NEW LOCATION: Swaha Studios
Anne Weiss leads a class and choir rolled into one, $20 per class or $110 for seven classes, $55 for students under 18. Learn more at anneweiss.com or register at www.artichokemusic.com.
Pacific Crest Community School
Meets every Tuesday (except Oct 8). Instructors are Maggie Lind – clawhammer banjo, Patrick Lind – guitar, Sophie Enloe –fiddle. Previous experience on your instrument is required. If you’ve been playing old-time music on fiddle, clawhammer banjo, or guitar for a while and are ready to meet and play with other people, then this class is for you! $125-$150 for 8 weeks and learn 6 traditional tunes and songs.
McMenamins Rock Creek Tavern
Bluegrass and associated music, bluegrass instruments only; leave your song books and tab at home please. Info: Tim Howell at 503-208-1874 or timhowell74(at)gmail.com
Traditional and contemporary folk music, hosted by John Risley
NOTE NEW LOCATION: Swaha Studios, SE Portland
Every Wednesday from Sep 11 through Oct 23, led by Anne Weiss, learn to sing better in a non-judgmental, fun environment, $120 for seven classes, drop-ins welcome, $20 per class. Info: 503-232-8845 or www.artichokemusic.org/calendar
NOTE NEW LOCATION: Swaha Studios
Every Wednesday from Sep 11 through Oct 23, led by Anne Weiss, learn 2,3, even 4-part harmonies and to how hold on to your own part, $120 for seven classes, drop-ins welcome, $20 per class. Info: 503-232-8845 or www.artichokemusic.org/calendar.
Led by Annie Sea, live looping allows musicians to lay down layer after layer of sound in real time.
Loopers of all levels are welcome. We will have the space to split the group into two stations at this venue, so beginners and more experienced loopers will be able to practice with others at their level, $25.
Every Wednesday, newcomer friendly! Info: Jane Gallagher at janeromfo5(at)gmail.com
The Vault at Gastro Mania
A new band each week, $7 cash at the door (except as noted), Info: 503-715-6157 or www.oregonbluegrass.org
Oct 2: Fiddle Night (Luke Price, James Mason, Ben Blechman,Annie Staninec) - $10 cash at door
Oct 9: True North
Oct 16: Whiskey Deaf
Oct 23: Sam Hill
Oct 30: Leif & Aileen Halvorson with Friends
Traditional American music: folk and traditional musics from a variety of sources including early country recordings from the 20s and 30s, hosted by Jonathan Lay.
Every Thursday, until Nov 21, a fun, energetic, interactive acoustic show for kids, free, suggested donation of $5 per kid or $10 per family.
Come join us for a weekly bluegrass jam, hosted by Rich Landar of The Hillwilliams. We‘ll be playing in a picker‘s circle where everyone can play as much as they‘d like. Bluegrass instrumentation preferred but any acoustic instruments are welcome. All levels of pickers and singers can join in at this friendly, no pressure jam session, free, all ages.
Good songs played with high energy, deep roots, and an unpretentious sense of fun, free. Info: 503-232-1504 or https://laurelthirst.com/events.
Every 2nd & 4th Thursday, 7 pm (doors open at 6:30), hosted by Jon Lee, features a different theme each fortnight, $5 donation at the door, beer, wine, sparkling water, tea, and light snacks available at the bar.
Oct 24: Tribute to the Dead
Featuring the best in traditional and contemporary folk and roots music, with a focus on new releases and vintage favorites, hosted by Dan Shramek (every 2nd and 4th Friday, alternates with Lark in the Morning).
Classic and original county music fronted by sisters Gabrielle and Joanna Macrae with sibling tight harmonies, with White Lights and Mizner & Smith, great for dancing, $10, 21+.
Enchanting duo, free, all ages.
Zazzy Zoe & Mr Ben present a fun and upbeat show for children and adults every Friday.
House Concert in Northeast Portland
An evening of humorous stories, user-friendly songs, and acoustic folk philosophy that’s guaranteed to leave you smiling. Come out and sing along with me. I’m bringing my banjo and other weapons of mass delight.
House concert in Northeast Portland, hosted by Donna Andrews, space is limited — reserve your seat. To make a reservation and get directions: contact Donna.Andrews2020(at)gmail.com or 206-432-2569, suggested donation: $15-20, no one turned away.
The Vault at Gastro Mania
Jazz, blues, soul - Louis Pain with Renato Caranto & Edwin Coleman III, $10 cash at door.
The 26th annual weekend of English country dancing. For more info and pre-registration (required) go to: portlandecdball/info.
Oct 25 (Friday), 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM: Pre-Ball Dance
Caller: Ric Goldman
Band: Heather Pinney (piano), George Penk (violin), Laura Kuhlman (flute).
Newcomers welcome; best to arrive by 7:15 and introduce yourself to the caller for orientation. No partner required.
Dance shoes only on the maple floorboards, please.
Oct 26 (Saturday),
noon-2 pm: Ball Workshop
7-11 pm: The Ball
Caller: David Macemon
Band: Fine Companions - Betsy Branch (violin), Lisa Scott (piano), Bill Tomczak (winds), Erik Weberg(flute).
All Friday and Saturday events at:
Oaks Park Dance Pavilion
7805 SE Oaks Park Way
Portland, Oregon 97202
Oct 27 (Sunday), 10:30am – 2:00pm: Potluck Brunch and Dance Party at:
A Renaissance School
0234 SW Bancroft St
Portland OR
8 pm (doors open at 7), Stand And Sway is a new band that combines the talents of singer/songwriters Beth Wood and Ara Lee. Join them tonight as they celebrate the release of their debut album, "Deep Blue".
Portland trio Five Letter Word, recent winners of the Northwest String Summit Band Competition, kicks off the show, $16 advance/$19 door. Minors OK when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Tickets online through www.albertarosetheatre.com.
Every Saturday, 6 to 9 am, hosted by: Molly Campbell, Wayne Johnson, Gary Baysinger, Mary Rondthaler, music in the country style, including western & western swing, cowboy & country blues, country folk, bluegrass, rockabilly, hillbilly, Americana, and honky tonk.
1st Saturday -Molly - Vintage tunes spun from vinyl LP‘s.
2nd Saturday: Wayne and Kathy - Variety of country, western, western swing, country folk, country blues, bluegrass, rockabilly and Americana.
3rd Saturday: Gary Baysinger - Countrypolitan blues - A mix of Eastern Philosophy and Western Swing. The yin, the yang and the do-si-do.
Every Saturday, 9 am to noon, the best of traditional and contemporary bluegrass and old time music, and information about local shows and festivals!
First Saturday: Rachel and Justin
Second Saturday: Dave Elliott
3rd Saturday: Gareth Jenkins
4th Saturday: Ian Joel
5th Saturday: Phil Hodgen
Led by Greg Stone, all instruments, no registration required, drop-ins welcome; knowledge of basic chords and ability to execute the chord changes is required. class $15, jam only $5 donation.
Fourth Saturday of every month, with John Richter, sing a bunch of great songs and make beautiful harmony with new and old friends, $5.
Led by Ronn McFarlane, Visiting Instructor, in this lute “show-and-tell”, Ronn traces the 800 year history of the lute – the most popular instrument of the Renaissance – and its evolution, its music, and its place in popular culture, $30.
4-6 pm: Caleb Klauder, Kevin Sandri, Brian Bagdonus and Taylor Grover start out the party (almost the complete Original Foghorn Leghorn Stringband)
6-9 pm: Pete Krebs
9 pm-late: Johnny Connoly & friends, old time, country and Irish, Don‘t know yet if there‘s a cover. Should be all ages till 8 or 9.
The 26th annual weekend of English country dancing. For more info and pre-registration (required) go to: portlandecdball/info.
Oct 25 (Friday), 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM: Pre-Ball Dance
Caller: Ric Goldman
Band: Heather Pinney (piano), George Penk (violin), Laura Kuhlman (flute).
Newcomers welcome; best to arrive by 7:15 and introduce yourself to the caller for orientation. No partner required.
Dance shoes only on the maple floorboards, please.
Oct 26 (Saturday),
noon-2 pm: Ball Workshop
7-11 pm: The Ball
Caller: David Macemon
Band: Fine Companions - Betsy Branch (violin), Lisa Scott (piano), Bill Tomczak (winds), Erik Weberg(flute).
All Friday and Saturday events at:
Oaks Park Dance Pavilion
7805 SE Oaks Park Way
Portland, Oregon 97202
Oct 27 (Sunday), 10:30am – 2:00pm: Potluck Brunch and Dance Party at:
A Renaissance School
0234 SW Bancroft St
Portland OR
Portland State University
Lincoln Recital Hall - LH 75
Five-time international prize winner and 2018 winner of classical guitar’s most prestigious competition, Guitar Foundation of America (GFA), $11.50 advance, student discounts available.
Concert 7 pm (doors open at 6), 18th Season Kickoff~ Halloween Fall Flight of Fancy, $20 (plus service fee), tickets from Eventbrite, all sales final, all ages, bar with ID.
The Cast:
3 LEG TORSO - Charming and Delighting Portland since 1996 with their Fiddle-Tastic, Accordion-o-Riffic musical stylings!
UKELADIES PDX - A Bevy of Dashing, Darling Ukulele Divas ~ Sure to Charm and Please!
HORSENECKS - Furious Fiddling, Beguiling Banjo & Heartbreaking Harmonies from the North-West’s Old-Time Finest!
STARELLA SISTERS - A time Machine bringing the Glory Days of Dancing Showgirls to our Stage!
CHARLIE BROWN- Thrill to the Skill of Rose City’s Premier Juggler & Cigar Box Manipulator!
KJ McELRATH - Firey Fingers Fly Revealing Rompin’ Ragtime Piano!
The Cur~Tails - Our Jazzy, Swing-a-Lishus house band!
The Vault at Gastro Mania
R&B, rock, awamp, $8 cash at door.
2nd & 4th Saturday, potluck 5:30 pm, lesson at 7, dance at 7:30, sliding scale admission: $6-10 members (students with ID get $1 off), $8-10 general ($1 off if arriving before newcomers‘ session 7 pm).
Oct 12: music by Treehouse, caller Rich Goss
Oct 26: music by The Nettles, caller Gordy Euler
Nov 9: music by Breakers Yard, caller Isaac Banner
Nov 23: music by The Euphemists, caller Woody Lane
(7:30 lesson, 8:00 PM dance), $6-15 sliding scale. Info: portlandcountrydance.org.
Oct 26: music by George Penk, Heather Pinney, and friends, caller Laurel Thomas
7:30 pm, potluck: 6:30 pm, traditional and original music, voluntary donation $20, or as you can. Please RSVP for directions & to reserve as space is limited. Info: Abbie Weisenbloom at abbiew(at)froggie.com or 503-233-4945. For music, please visit: www.mckassonandmcdonald.com.
Ryan McKasson (fiddle), Eric McDonald (guitar, vocals), Jeremiah McLane (accordion).
Muddy Rudder Public House
Acoustic blues And Americana, no cover, 21+. Info: jamesclem.com
Reinventing the lute for the twenty-first century, doors open at 7:30, $15, advance tickets from www.brownpapertickets.com (plus service fee).
Just Bob Café (formerly Anna Bannanas)
Labor/woman songs/Malvina Reynolds ditties. (Every 4th Sunday but please verify)
Happy Valley School of Music
Every other Sunday from Sep 15 through Oct 27, led by Tracy Kim, learn the most common chord voicings of Brazilian guitarists, $120 for four workshops, More info: artichokemusic.org/classes
Please Note: If you miss the start date of the term, you can do a $35 drop-in rate per session. Please contact Tracy at 503-236-8613.
The 26th annual weekend of English country dancing. For more info and pre-registration (required) go to: portlandecdball/info.
Oct 25 (Friday), 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM: Pre-Ball Dance
Caller: Ric Goldman
Band: Heather Pinney (piano), George Penk (violin), Laura Kuhlman (flute).
Newcomers welcome; best to arrive by 7:15 and introduce yourself to the caller for orientation. No partner required.
Dance shoes only on the maple floorboards, please.
Oct 26 (Saturday),
noon-2 pm: Ball Workshop
7-11 pm: The Ball
Caller: David Macemon
Band: Fine Companions - Betsy Branch (violin), Lisa Scott (piano), Bill Tomczak (winds), Erik Weberg(flute).
All Friday and Saturday events at:
Oaks Park Dance Pavilion
7805 SE Oaks Park Way
Portland, Oregon 97202
Oct 27 (Sunday), 10:30am – 2:00pm: Potluck Brunch and Dance Party at:
A Renaissance School
0234 SW Bancroft St
Portland OR
Happy Valley School of Music
Every other Sunday from Sep 15 through Oct 27, led by Tracy Kim. Love the Beatles? This workshop and jam session will teach you many of the Beatles most requested and classic songs. Info: artichokemusic.org/classes. All instruments are welcome for this workshop.
Please Note: If you miss the start date of the term, you can do a $35 drop-in rate per session. Please contact Tracy at 503-236-8613.
We are an all-acoustic, boot-stompin‘ band featuring a mean banjo and a rockin‘ guitar - throw in more strings, some brass, and a washboard, free, all ages. Info: 503-232-1504 or www.laurelthirst.com (Every Sunday)
Every Sunday, 2-4 pm, music and songwriting lessons for Armed Forces veterans; guitars are available, drop-in, free. Info: 503-232-8845 or www.artichokemusic.org/calendar
Every Sunday from 2 to 5 pm, this is an ongoing jam open to all ages and levels, acoustic only. The Ladd Taphouse has a full menu, over 40 taps, and full bar.
Kennedy School Community Room
Community Room (SE corner of the building), All are welcome. Topics and teachers vary from month to month and are intended to deepen our relationship to the tradition of Sacred Harp singing. See www.portlandsacredharp.org for more info.
The Vault at Gastro Mania
Irish music, $5 cash at door.
Contact jamiberry(at)yahoo.com (Every 4th Sunday)
Kennedy School Community Room
Community Room (SE Corner of the building), songbooks provided, no experience necessary. Info: www.portlandsacredharp.org or Jessica Beer at jessicabeer(at)gmail.com
Old-time blues. Every Sunday. Free.
First Congregational Church
Perhaps the most precise and soulful classical guitarist of his generation, Portland International Guitar series, tickets $24-$57, all ages.
Muddy Rudder Public House
Irish music, no cover, 21+.
David Reisch (bass) and Turtle VanDemarr (guitar) from the Freak Mountain Rambers bring pals for a rowdy, rootsy Sunday afternoon of song!, free, all ages.
Kells Irish Restaurant and Pub
Free. (2nd through last Sundays but please verify)
Tom Harke is kindly lending us his home.
New regular Portland Balkan Jam (and maybe, some Romanian and Hungarian music)
2nd and 4th Sundays (starting September 22, 2019)
No commitments.
Bring music and/or chords to share.
All instruments are welcome. Tell your friends. All suggestions are welcome.
4th Sunday for the next three months, then back to the 3rd Sunday, $7-15 sliding scale at the door, kids are free. No dancing experience necessary. Info: www.bubbaguitar.com
Doors open at 6 pm, This performance will showcase John on piano accompanied by long time collaborators Jeff Leonard on bass and Jason Moore on percussion. This trio has been performing together for 25 years and the music will feature elements of folk, jazz, classical & rock spun in different directions, $20, VIP table (seats 4) $100
Benefit For Artichoke Music, $15, advance tickets through www,brownpapertickets.com (plus service fee).
Opening the show: Johnny B and Lenny.
Illinois Doug, Slide McBride and Dale Jones will be presenting a cross-section of American music; folk, jazz, blues, swing, even some classic country.
Fulton Park Community Center
Every Sunday, led by Donna Cole, we dance circles, couples, and some lines; beginning dances will be taught at 8, followed by new dances at 9, admission $7. Check the online calendar at http://portlandisraelidance.com for cancellations or schedule changes.
Super supportive showcase for everyone, signup at 8pm, music at 9pm, hosted by Taylor Kingman, free.