Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

Experience the music of John Denver through the artistry of Rick Schuler, the nation's premier tribute to the legendary singer-songwriter. Rick's story began at 13, when a pair of round glasses revealed a striking resemblance to Denver—and sparked a lifelong passion. That shy kid who taught himself guitar has spent nearly four decades bringing Denver's timeless songs to stages across the country, becoming the most celebrated interpreter of the beloved icon's catalog.

A ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH EXPERIENCE® offers more than nostalgia—it's an authentic celebration of the music that defined a generation. Rick's heartfelt performances transport audiences through Denver's greatest hits: the sun-soaked warmth of "Sunshine on My Shoulders," the foot-stomping joy of "Thank God I'm a Country Boy," the soaring beauty of "Rocky Mountain High," and beloved classics like "Take Me Home, Country Roads," "Annie's Song," "Calypso," and "Leaving on a Jet Plane."

Each year, thousands of fans discover why Rick Schuler's tribute resonates so deeply—his genuine connection to the music, his remarkable vocal and visual resemblance, and his dedication to honoring an artist whose songs offered hope, healing, and harmony to millions.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the life, legacy, and enduring spirit of John Denver.

December 2, 2026

John Craigie with the Oregon Symphony

Special Concerts

Overview

Folk troubadour John Craigie joins The Oregon Symphony at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall for a debut orchestral performance! With music from across his catalogue, including songs from his 2026 album I Swam Here, this show is teeming with the sincerity and lyricism that have made Craigie’s music resonate with audiences across the country. Gather your people and immerse yourself in Americana with an orchestral kick.

About the Show

• John Craigie Singer-Songwriter
• Oregon Symphony

Info

This concert is part of the Special Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

This concert is part of the 2026/27 Sounds Like Portland festival.

Concert begins promptly at the time listed.

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December 9, 2026

Merry-achi Christmas with Mariachi Sol de México® de José Hernández

Special Concerts

Overview

Ten-time GRAMMY-nominated Mariachi Sol de México de José Hernández returns to Portland for another year of holiday cheer, celebrating the Christmas season with a dazzling blend of mariachi and holiday classics.

The Oregon Symphony does not perform.

Learn more about the visiting ensemble at mariachisoldemexico.com.

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Nominados diez veces a los GRAMMYs, Mariachi Sol de México de José Hernández regresa a Portland por otro año de alegría de las fiestas, celebrando la temporada navideña con una mezcla de mariachi y canciones clásicas de la navidad.

La Orquesta Sinfónica de Oregón no toca en este concierto.

Más información sobre los mariachis en mariachisoldemexico.com.

About the Show

• José Hernández Musical Director
• Mariachi Sol de México

Info

This concert is part of the Special Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

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Overview

Lauded as “popular music’s premier poet of the human condition,” Paul Simon’s songwriting speaks to the struggle, faith, and beauty found in everyday existence. Now, experience the music of the iconic folk-pop troubadour enhanced by the Oregon Symphony and the stunning vocals of Paul Loren, Emily Drennan, and Daniel Berryman. Featuring Simon & Garfunkel hits like “The Boxer” and “Bridge Over Troubled Water” alongside solo hits like "Graceland,” you won’t want to miss this tribute to one of the legendary songwriters of our time.

About the Show

• Jeff Tyzik Principal Pops Conductor
• Daniel Berryman Vocals
• Emily Drennan Vocals
• Paul Loren Vocals
• Oregon Symphony

Info

This concert is part of the Pops Series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

Please note that Paul Simon does not perform live in this concert.

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Overview

Lauded as “popular music’s premier poet of the human condition,” Paul Simon’s songwriting speaks to the struggle, faith, and beauty found in everyday existence. Now, experience the music of the iconic folk-pop troubadour enhanced by the Oregon Symphony and the stunning vocals of Paul Loren, Emily Drennan, and Daniel Berryman. Featuring Simon & Garfunkel hits like “The Boxer” and “Bridge Over Troubled Water” alongside solo hits like "Graceland,” you won’t want to miss this tribute to one of the legendary songwriters of our time.

About the Show

• Jeff Tyzik Principal Pops Conductor
• Daniel Berryman Vocals
• Emily Drennan Vocals
• Paul Loren Vocals
• Oregon Symphony

Info

This concert is part of the Pops Series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

Please note that Paul Simon does not perform live in this concert.

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Emmylou Harris is one of the most admired and influential voices in American music. Her work as a singer and songwriter spans more than five decades. She has won 14 Grammys, three CMA Awards and four Americana Awards, and received the Billboard Century Award. She was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2008 and received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018. Harris shook up country radio in the 1970s and established herself as a defining artist of a generation. She has sold more than 15 million records across more than 25 albums, and she is known as much for her impeccable taste and straightforward songwriting as for her incomparably expressive voice. Her collaborators read like a history of American song: Gram Parsons, Linda Ronstadt, Dolly Parton, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Mark Knopfler, Lucinda Williams, Elvis Costello and many more. Decades into her career, Harris still shares the hard-earned wisdom that comes with time, and she has never stopped looking ahead.

Opening the night is seven-time Grammy winner Daniel Lanois, the producer and songwriter behind one of the most important turns in Harris's career. In 1995 the two made Wrecking Ball together. The album traded the clean lines of classic country for shimmering guitars, deep drums and a haunting atmosphere. It won the Grammy for Best Contemporary Folk Album, reintroduced Harris to a new generation, and helped lay the groundwork for modern Americana. On paper it was an unlikely pairing. Rolling Stone called Lanois "the most important producer to emerge in the 80s." Lanois was the sonic architect behind U2's The Joshua Tree, Peter Gabriel's So and Dylan's Oh Mercy. What the two shared was a belief that a song's emotional truth lives in its space and texture as much as in its words. The album has since been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, and Lanois reunited with Harris and drummer Brian Blade to celebrate it. Thirty years later they share a stage again: Lanois with his own songs and signature soundscapes, then Harris with a set drawn from a remarkable career.

May 1, 2027

Blind Pilot with the Oregon Symphony

Special Concerts

Overview

A defining voice of the Pacific Northwest indie-folk landscape, Blind Pilot once again joins forces with the Oregon Symphony for a one-night-only performance. The evening will feature lush orchestral arrangements of songs ranging from their debut album 3 Rounds and a Sound to their transformative 2024 release, In the Shadow of the Holy Mountain.

About the Show

• Blind Pilot
• Oregon Symphony

Info

This concert is part of the Special Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

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May 8 & 9, 2027

Clouds in My Coffee: Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King & Carly Simon

Pops Series

Overview

Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with a musical tribute to Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Carly Simon, three women who defined the sonic landscape of the 1970s. With orchestral interpretations of music from across their catalogues, including “Both Sides Now,” “You’ve Got a Friend,” “You’re So Vain,” and more, this concert is a thoughtful tribute to the powerful women in our lives.

Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Carly Simon do not perform live in this concert.

About the Show

• Ted Sperling Conductor
• Micaela Diamond Vocals
• Morgan James Vocals
• Bryonha Marie Vocals
• Oregon Symphony

Info

This concert is part of the Pops Series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

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May 8 & 9, 2027

Clouds in My Coffee: Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King & Carly Simon

Pops Series

Overview

Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with a musical tribute to Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Carly Simon, three women who defined the sonic landscape of the 1970s. With orchestral interpretations of music from across their catalogues, including “Both Sides Now,” “You’ve Got a Friend,” “You’re So Vain,” and more, this concert is a thoughtful tribute to the powerful women in our lives.

Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Carly Simon do not perform live in this concert.

About the Show

• Ted Sperling Conductor
• Micaela Diamond Vocals
• Morgan James Vocals
• Bryonha Marie Vocals
• Oregon Symphony

Info

This concert is part of the Pops Series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only).

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