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…

Trans-Siberian Orchestra is back with a spectacular new production of The Ghosts of Christmas Eve: The Best of TSO and More – featuring the fan-favorite holiday rock opera alongside TSO classics, and rarely performed gems. Shows: November 28 at...

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...

From the celebrated and award-winning composer Dave Malloy comes Natasha, Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812, an electropop opera based on a scandalous slice of Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace. Young and impulsive, Natasha Rostova arrives in Moscow...

In Buddhist thought, the Tree of Life is a symbol of awakening, wisdom, and the interconnectedness of all life. Its roots reach deep into the earth while its branches extend toward the sky, reminding us that each generation grows from those that...

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...