Artslandia

DIVAS: Jimmie Herrod Salutes Jazz
2026-01-25 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
America’s Got Talent superstar vocalist Jimmie Herrod is teaming up with the Oregon Symphony for a concert filled with your favorite ballads! Channel your inner diva and immerse yourself in some of the greatest music of our time. Led by Principal Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik, this concert will grace your ears with stunning vocals and unmatched orchestral playing for the ages.

Axelle Fanyo, soprano and Julius Drake, piano
2026-01-25 15:00 - 17:00 | PSU Lincoln Performance Hall, 1620 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, 97201, United States
French soprano Axelle Fanyo is making her mark in the vocal world with her eclectic curiosity and charismatic, beautiful voice. She is joined by pianist Julius Drake, who enjoys an international reputation as one of the finest instrumentalists in his field.
“A perfectly mastered technique that she skillfully puts at the service of the sensitive.” Anaclase (France)
“The pianist Julius Drake, a collaborator gifted with sensitive phrasing and insight.” The New York Times
PROGRAM:
RAVEL Shéhérazade
Vaughan WILLIAMS Songs of Travel
MESSIAEN Trois Mélodies
MESSIAEN Poèmes pour Mi
BOLCOM Cabaret Songs

Sibelius & Grieg
2026-01-29 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-01-31 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-01 14:00 - 16:30 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Grieg’s beloved and unabashedly Romantic Piano Concerto, performed by Yeol Eum Son, dances and dazzles and reflects a time of personal happiness in the composer’s life. A combination of beguiling melodies and bravura fire, it found inspiration in the rhythmic patterns of Norwegian folk dances. Maestro Danzmayr also leads Stenhammar’s Second Symphony, a Romantic Swedish jewel not heard nearly often enough. Plus, Sibelius’ stirring The Swan of Tuonela joins this Nordic musical banquet, inspired by scenes from Finnish mythology.

Cuarteto Casals
2026-02-02 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-02-03 19:30 - 21:30 | PSU Lincoln Performance Hall, 1620 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, 97201, United States
Formed in Spain in 1997, Cuarteto Casals is known for its fine-honed precision and passionate expressiveness. With more than 27 years of experience together, the Cuarteto Casals has compiled a substantial discography with the Harmonia Mundi label with repertoire ranging from lesser known Spanish composers to Viennese classics.
“Playing of extreme technical perfection yet with life bursting from every note.” The Times (London)
PROGRAMS:
Monday, February 2:
ARRIAGA Quartet No. 3 in E-flat Major
SHOSTAKOVICH Quartet No. 3 in F Major, Op. 73
BEETHOVEN Quartet in B-flat Major, Op. 130 with Grosse Fuge
Tuesday, February 3:
HAYDN Quartet No. 64 in D Major, Op. 76, No. 5
Elisenda FÁBREGAS Quartet (new work)
SCHUBERT Quartet in G Major, Op. 161, D. 887

Ruckus and Davóne Tines, bass-baritone
2026-02-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, 12625 SW Crescent St, Beaverton, OR, 97005, United States
Presented by Friends of Chamber Music and The Reser
A baroque band with a fresh, visceral approach, Ruckus aims to fuse the early music movement’s questing, creative spirit with the grit, groove, and jangle of American roots music, creating a unique sound. Time traveling through four centuries of reimagined songs, hymns, and ballads, Ruckus and path-breaking singer Davóne Tines have created an extraordinary program commemorating our country’s anniversary year.
“The world’s only period-instrument rock band.” San Francisco Classical Voice
“Davóne Tines is changing what it means to be a classical singer.” The New Yorker
Program: What is Your Hand in This?
The 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence demands we acknowledge that the quest for a better world continues through the present moment. Time traveling through four centuries of reimagined songs, hymns and ballads, the intrepidearly music band Ruckus and pathbreaking singer and creator Davóne Tines converge to deliver the bite of America’s revolutionary musics in order to ask the simple question: “What is your hand in this?”
BALLIETT Steps to Compassion
TRADITIONAL, arr. Tines Jesus Lover of My Soul
G.F. HANDEL Convey Me to Some Peaceful Shore
TRADITIONAL Drink to Me Only with Thine Eyes
UNKNOWN What Mean Ye
Julius EASTMAN Buddha
John DICKINSON, arr. Balliett The Liberty Song
Joshua McCarter SIMPSON, arr. Tines & Ruckus To The White People of America
Benjamin CARR, arr. Balliett The Federal Overture
G.F. HANDEL Why Do the Nations
Clyde OTIS This Bitter Earth
BALLIETT Knowledge
ALLAN & ROBINSON The House I Live In

Naked Classics: Pictures at the Exhibition
2026-02-06 18:30 - 21:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Want to win at musical Trivial Pursuit? Not embarrassed to be called a classical music geek? The Oregon Symphony is here to lend a hand with a new series, “Naked Classics.” (Not to worry—everyone involved will be fully clothed!) We’ll do our first deep dive into one of the most popular, most requested pieces in the repertoire: Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition. Join us for a 60-minute exploration with Paul Rissmann, a presenter with impressive creds. He’ll do “live” program notes from the stage, the orchestra will play excerpts as he breaks down the composition into component parts, and then he’ll put it all back together again. The icing on this musical cake: a complete performance of Pictures that you’ll now hear with “brand-new ears.” Getting the inside scoop on classical music has never been so much fun.

Pictures at an Exhibition
2026-02-07 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-08 14:00 - 16:30 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Celebrated violinist Gil Shaham showcases “the queen of instruments” in Bruch’s Romantic Concerto. Then, think of Pictures as a musical gallery crawl. Come along as your “mind’s ears” conjure the pictures on exhibit—ten in all, plus “traveling music” in-between—starting with the “Promenade,” as the viewer strides into the gallery. Highlights include eerie Parisian “Catacombs” and “The Great Gate of Kiev,” shaking you with the tumultuous pealing of bells in the grand finale.

Peppa Pig’s My First Concert
2026-02-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Peppa Pig—My First Concert is a fun, interactive introduction to a live orchestra. Peppa will be joined by Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, and George to learn all about the sounds that different instruments make and enjoy some of their favorite music from the show played by the inspiring Aurora Orchestra.
The Oregon Symphony does not perform.

Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony
2026-02-14 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-15 14:00 - 16:30 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
America’s favorite country-singing sweetheart’s music is coming to the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall! Join the Oregon Symphony, guest vocalists, and more for an innovative multimedia symphonic experience featuring Dolly on screen, leading audiences in a visual-musical journey of her songs, her life, and her stories. Featuring beloved hits like “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors,” and “I Will Always Love You,” this colorful new concert highlights Dolly’s hit songs woven together into a full-evening multimedia symphonic story-telling experience perfect for all of Dolly’s biggest fans.

How to Train Your Dragon in Concert
2026-02-21 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-22 14:00 - 16:30 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
DreamWorks’ How To Train Your Dragon is a captivating and original story about a young Viking named Hiccup, who defies tradition when he befriends one of his deadliest foes—a ferocious dragon he calls Toothless. Together, these unlikely heroes must fight against all odds to save both their worlds. Featuring John Powell’s Oscar®-nominated score performed live to picture, How to Train Your Dragon in Concert is a thrilling experience for all ages.

Tambuco
2026-02-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, 12625 SW Crescent St, Beaverton, OR, 97005, United States
Tambuco is known for its unique repertoire and breathtakingly vibrant performances. From body percussion, to sticks and stones, to modern percussion instruments, Tambuco’s approach to sound and rhythm is virtuosic, visceral, and extraordinarily enjoyable. Considered a national treasure in Mexico, Tambuco is one of the most dynamic and innovative chamber percussion ensembles performing today.
“What mesmerizing creativity! A tour de force of subtle and forceful artistry. The members of Tambuco are chameleons on dozens of instruments.” Gramophone Magazine
PROGRAM:
A dynamic and innovative program showcasing the expressive capabilities of percussion instruments, from the melodic strains of marimbas to the rhythmic sound of tapping stones.

Mozart & Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
2026-02-26 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-28 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-03-01 14:00 - 16:30 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Let’s all agree: The Four Seasons is an undisputed classical Top 40s hit. But, when Grammy-nominated mandolinist Avi Avital plays it, you’ll feel like you’re hearing it for the first time—fresh and irresistible. Part of your fun will be listening to Vivaldi’s spot-on sound effects—birds, a barking dog, gnats and flies, the chattering of teeth, and slipping on ice. This is a piece for all seasons! Plus, Mozart’s “Haffner,” with a frolicking finale that he instructed had to be played “as fast as possible.”

Quarteto Nuevo
2026-03-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, 12625 SW Crescent St, Beaverton, OR, 97005, United States
With their unique instrumentation—soprano saxophone, alto flute, cello, guitar, and hand percussion—Quarteto Nuevo merges western classical, eastern European folk, Latin, and jazz with an organic feel that packs a wallop! The ensemble’s razor-sharp precision is enhanced by jazzy interludes, lightly rumbling percussion motifs, and mesmerizing rhythms.
“Deftly weaving between jazzy improvisation and syncopations that surprise and delight, these four musicians are truly a symphony unto themselves.” Montana Public Radio
PROGRAM: “World Fusion”
Quarteto Nuevo’s program effectively melds the music of ancient worlds and faraway places with a contemporary groove. Their unique instrumentation richly colors their wide-ranging repertoire, from Heitor Villa-Lobos to Chick Corea to traditional Macedonian works to original compositions.

Dinosaurs!
2026-03-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs through music! This family-friendly concert invites young audiences on an exciting journey through time, combining the power of live music with the excitement of the Jurassic era. Featuring dino-themed music and interactive storytelling, this concert is perfect for budding paleontologists and music lovers alike!

Stravinsky & Shostakovich
2026-03-14 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-03-15 14:00 - 16:30 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
He ultimately became the greatest symphonic voice of the 20th century, but 19-year-old Shostakovich was a “precocious” composer, with his First Symphony causing a sensation. People fought to hear its premiere. It anticipates the characteristics that mark his later creations, too—it’s cheeky, brash, vigorous, full of rhythmic drive. A wonderfully contrasting voice is Ibert’s charming Concerto, masterfully performed by our renowned flute soloist.

Pavel Haas Quartet
2026-03-16 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-17 19:30 - 21:00 | PSU Lincoln Performance Hall, 1620 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, 97201, United States
The Czech-based Pavel Haas Quartet is revered across the globe for its richness of timbre, infectious passion, and intuitive rapport. Having won five Gramophone Awards and numerous others for their recordings, the Quartet is firmly established as one of the world’s foremost chamber ensembles.
“One of the truly outstanding ensembles of our time.” Süddeutsche Zeitung (Germany)
PROGRAMS:
Monday, March 16
SCHULHOFF Five pieces for String Quartet
KORNGOLD Quartet No. 2 in E-flat Major, Op. 26
SCHUBERT Quartet in D minor, D. 810 “Death and the Maiden”
Tuesday, March 17
Vítězslava KAPRÁLOVÁ Quartet No. 1, Op. 8
MARTINŮ Quartet No. 5
DVOŘÁK Quartet No. 14 in A-flat Major, Op. 105

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy: Celtic Allstars
2026-03-17 19:30 - 22:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Cape Breton’s celebrated Celtic icon Natalie MacMaster and acclaimed fiddle virtuoso Donnell Leahy welcome some of the world’s finest Celtic musicians for an extraordinary evening of music. This captivating journey will showcase a stellar lineup of Celtic All-Stars from Ireland, England, Scotland, and beyond. Together, MacMaster and Leahy will trace the rich threads of Celtic musical traditions across borders—from ancient origins to contemporary expressions. Joining them on stage will be their talented daughter Mary Frances and a host of remarkable guests, including English guitarist Tim Edey, Scottish multi-instrumentalist Ross Ainslie on Scottish pipes, whistles, and cittern, renowned Scottish vocalist Karen Matheson, and Irish banjo master Enda Scahill. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of community and Celtic heritage.

Mendelssohn’s Scottish Symphony
2026-03-19 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-03-21 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-03-22 14:00 - 16:30 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
There’s nothing like hiking across moors and encountering castle ruins to ignite the creative process—as Mendelssohn experienced it on a tour of Scotland. Holyrood Castle (where Mary Queen of Scots was crowned) inspired the mysterious mood of the Third Symphony’s opening. But the mists ultimately lift in the sunny, lively finale. Plus, Portland favorite Conrad Tao dazzles in Mozart’s 21st Piano Concerto, with its slow movement once described by biographer Maynard Solomon as “an entire movement of unrelieved, time-stopping beauty . . . for something just short of eternity.”
