Portland based Sam Hill was a perennial favorite amongst bluegrass music fans here in the Pacific Northwest for about a dozen years until their breakup at the beginning of 2005. Three critically acclaimed CD’s chock full of impressive, traditional sounding original songs, as well as exciting stage shows, had helped boost the group’s popularity and […]
Bill Evans, the amazing banjo picker and teacher, will be offering two workshops at a home in Northeast Portland. They are: - Working up fiddle tunes for the banjo - 10 am. to noon - Up-the-neck backup for bluegrass banjo - 1 - 3 p.m The cost is $45 for one workshop or $80 for […]
Adding virtuosity to a classical-bluegrass blend all his own, Edgar Meyer makes music that’s equal parts irresistible and astonishing. Join the “Genius” grant winner and the Oregon Symphony for an unparalleled evening of Americana, including Copland’s idyllic Appalachian Spring. Norman Huynh, conductor • Edgar Meyer, double bass Copland: Appalachian Spring Suite • Bottesini: Double Bass Concerto No. 2 • Edgar Meyer: Double […]
Whether it’s in the studio or on stage, Chris Jones & The Night Drivers are making some of the most distinctively elegant yet driving music to be heard anywhere today, and they’re delivering it with a unique blend of dry wit, emotional authenticity and broad humor that’s won the loyalty of a growing number of […]
The 36th annual gospel show fundraiser for the OBA, in honor of Sonny Hammond who was instrumental in starting the OBA many years ago. The proceeds from this concert help fund the outreach of the OBA into the community. This year's featured band will be the Greg Blake Band. Tommi Poelstra and Martin DeGroot will play […]
Tuesday, January 29th, 7 pm - 10 pm; Hostel Cafe at 1810 NW Glisan, Portland 97209; food and brews available. No cover, donation. Join us for an evening of duets with Greg Stone and Linda Leavitt, of Honey Mountain. Enjoy acoustic American music from the heart, with close harmonies inspired by bluegrass and classic country duets. mountainhoneyportland.com
Mary Flower is one of the best finger-style and slide guitar players in the U.S. She also sings beautifully and writes terrific songs. She lives in Portland, but she teaches and performs across the country. We are proud to host Mary in a house concert at our home in NE Portland. During the second set, […]