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THUNOV 12
8:00 PM ¡ Doors 7:00 PM
💰 $35-$157FolkIndieWorld MusicBlues

Allison Russell

Montreal-born, Nashville-based Allison Russell is a Grammy, Juno, Americana, SOCAN, and Folk Award–winning artist and Polaris Prize–shortlisted singer-songwriter, producer, author, actor, and human rights advocate. Her acclaimed solo debut...
SATNOV 7
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Cultural HeritageWorld MusicFolkArts & MediaTheater

TAKOHACHI: Kamishibai Storytelling on the Big Screen with Live Music

Experience Kamishibai storytelling brought to life on the big screen — with live Japanese music performed by Takohachi.
WEDNOV 18
8:00 PM ¡ Doors 7:00 PM
💰 $34-$61RockIndieFolkElectronic & DJWorld Music

Eivør

Some artists need to be experienced in person. Eivør is one of them. Originally from the Faroe Islands, Eivør brings her extraordinary voice and full band to the Wonder Ballroom on November 18th —a rare chance to encounter an artist whose music...

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THUNOV 19
NOV 19–NOV 20 · Hours not provided
💰 $28-$130DanceCultural HeritageFolkWorld MusicKids & Family

Trinity Irish Dance Company

As the trailblazers of progressive Irish dance, Trinity Irish Dance Company has spent 35 years redefining the art form through the vision of Founding Artistic Director Mark Howard. This family-friendly program, featuring live music from the company’s own folk-rock band, draws from new and classic Trinity repertoire. Highlights will include the Portland/Northwest premieres of “Pasture Bedtime, Bleating Hearts,” a whimsical work by Portland’s own Ashley Roland and Jamey Hampton of BodyVox;...
FRINOV 6
8:00 PM
FolkRockWorld MusicCultural Heritage

Skeleton Crewe

Skeleton Crewe brings together original compositions, reimagined Grateful Dead favorites, and expansive improvisations in a musical journey shaped by traditional Hawaiian influences and psychedelic Americana. The group features Rob Barraco on keyboards and vocals, Barry Sless on pedal steel, electric guitar, and vocals, Stephen Inglis on slack key guitar, electric guitar, and vocals, Pete Sears on bass, and Jay Lane on drums and vocals.

Skeleton Crewe brings together original compositions, reimagined Grateful Dead favorites, and expansive improvisations in a musical journey shaped by traditional Hawaiian influences and psychedelic Americana. The group features Rob Barraco on...
THUNOV 12
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
World MusicFolkCultural Heritage

Dallahan Returns for a special Community Celtic Concert

Experience the high-energy sound of Dallahan as the acclaimed Celtic and world-folk band returns for a special community concert. Blending traditional Scottish and Irish music with influences from the Balkans and North America, Dallahan delivers...
MONNOV 30
7:00 PM
💰 $53-$76JazzFolkClassicalWorld MusicBluesHolidays & SeasonalCultural Heritage

Jake Shimabukuro: Holidays in HawaiĘťi

Jake Shimabukuro is a world-renowned ukulele virtuoso whose groundbreaking artistry has redefined the instrument for the 21st century. Hailed as the “Jimi Hendrix of the ukulele,” Shimabukuro has captivated audiences across the globe with his masterful technique, innovative spirit, and deeply expressive performances that seamlessly blend elements of jazz, rock, classical, blues, folk, and traditional Hawaiian music. Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawai‘i, Jake began playing the ukulele at age...
SUNNOV 29
8:00 PM ¡ Doors 7:00 PM
+1 dates
💰 $52-$188JazzFolkPopWorld MusicLatin

Pink Martini

After more than three decades, the unstoppable engine of joy that is Pink Martini continues to bring founder Thomas Lauderdale’s mission of multi-cultural connection and inclusion to concert stages on six continents. Presenting a mélange of...
SUNNOV 22
3:00 PM
ChoralFolkWorld MusicPerforming Arts

Folk Tales, Tall Tales, Myths & Legends

The Radix Vocal Ensemble winter concert will have you perched on the end of your seat! Master storyteller Habiba Addo shares traditional stories from her native West Africa, accompanied by percussionist CatĂłn Lyles and the singers of Radix, performing music created expressly for this performance. Also on the program: folk songs from Cuba, Greece, Estonia, medieval England and Spain, and Scotland. Get ready for an afternoon of wonder, adventure, suspense, and good old-fashioned fun! Reserve advance tickets at our website or purchase at the door.

FRINOV 6
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
💰 $50+Cultural HeritageClassicalFolkWorld MusicLearning & TechPerforming Arts

Music of Resistance: A Tribute to Mikis Theodorakis

Mikis Theodorakis, one of Greece's most treasured and prolific composers, was widely known for film scores, such as the iconic "Zorba the Greek". This concert pays tribute to Theodorakis prolific body of work, including some of his lesser-known...

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