Music❯World Music

Norman Huynh, Conductor Steiger Butte Drum and Singers, Native American ensemble Members of Portland State University Chamber Choir, Ethan Sperry, Conductor Oregon Symphony STRAVINSKY Symphonies of Wind Instruments Michael GORDON Natural History Grace MIEDZIAK New work (Fear No Music Emerging Composers Fellow, Oregon Symphony commission) BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 1 in C major, Op. 21 Inspired by Crater Lake National Park, Michael Gordon’s Natural History weaves Native and symphonic music in...

A Tuareg singer/songwriter and guitarist who is known for his innovative and intense playing style, Mdou Moctar rose from a small village in Niger to earn viral success among West Africa's cell phone-trading network. An appearance on an American...

Choreographer Lai Hung-Chung makes dances of striking beauty and intention. “Birdy,” his captivating signature work f…

Allison Russell is a compelling singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist with strong ties to the folk community. She first made her name in the 2000s as a member of the eclectic Canadian roots group Po' Girl before forming the duo Birds of...

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...

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...

Mantra, music, and storytelling to awaken the heart. Sacred Dharma is a Pacific Northwest kirtan-fusion jam band. At its core, they facilitate the devotional practice of chanting Sanskrit mantra. The music is colored by world influences ranging...

Sunday, November 8, 2026 11:00am-1:00pm with Leta Exploring Italy’s hand-formed pasta traditions, students will learn to mix and knead their own pasta dough using several types of locally milled flour. With traditional hand tools, students will...

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;...