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November 2018
Whoa Jam
Acoustic bluegrass and mountain music jam, 2nd and 4th Sundays, 1-4pm, Whoa Tavern, 15468 Hwy 66, Keno, OR 97627. This is a friendly, but up-to-speed jam. Beginners are welcome, but we may speed up your song after you kick it off (it's good for ya!). For information contact Joyce Furlong, joycefurlong@ymail.com or call (775)722-9877. The Tavern offers a yummy sandwich and a brew special for jammers (big sandwich and a side!), $8. If coming from out of town check to make…
Find out more »Americana from Tim Connell and Eric Skye
The Portland Community College Rock Creek music program continues its Experience Music Series with Tim Connell and Eric Skye in the Forum, Building 3, at the Rock Creek Campus, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. Donations are appreciated at the door. Parking is $2 (permits available at parking machines). The concert is presented in conjunction with the Tuesday evening Music Appreciation class and is open to the public. A donation is appreciated but no one will be turned away. Parking is…
Find out more »Tim Connell and Eric Skye
The Portland Community College Rock Creek music program continues its diverse series of short concerts/lectures with Tim Connell and Eric Skye in the Forum, Building 3, at the Rock Creek Campus, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland. The concert is presented in conjunction with the Tuesday evening Music Appreciation class and is open to the public. A donation is appreciated but no one will be turned away. Parking is $2 (permits available at parking machines). Tim Connell is recognized as “a…
Find out more »JT and Rowdy Mountain at Gastro Mania in Multnomah Village
The series of “Bluegrass Wednesdays” continues November 14 with JT and Rowdy Mountain at Gastro Mania in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $5 cover. Known for his smooth, clear voice and authentic phrasing, Jonathan “JT” Trawick continues a rich tradition of singing and storytelling from deep within the Ozark hills. Gracing stages all across the United States, JT has won twice as many Grammys as Leonardo DiCaprio himself. He has been mentioned on the front page of the L.A. Times, the Arkansas…
Find out more »PFS presents Honey Whiskey
We happily welcome the Honey Whiskey Trio to our November concert stage. This is their second appearance for PFS and their first featured performance in Portland. They are the ONLY group in recent PFS concert history to get an encore and a standing ovation after performing an opening set. “Three sisters went to play and dance through golden rays of sunshine…” The Los Angeles-based Honey Whiskey Trio tells stories through song and stomp, highlighting the musical traditions of American Folk…
Find out more »Fern Hill at Multnomah Grange
Traditional Bluegrass
Find out more »Jamblers @ Historic Butteville Store
The Jamblers play a nice blend of bluegrass, folk, country & other styles which you'll enjoy when you hear us at Oregon's oldest still-operating retail establishment. Nowadays it's a destination for some of the region's fine acoustic-style music and the Jamblers are proud to be part of it. We hope you'll join us
Find out more »Bluegrass at Multnomah Grange 71
we host a bluegrass show the third Sat of the month and Nov. features Slipshod duet and Fern Hill bluegrass band and a jam at 5:30.
Find out more »Greg Stone and Linda Leavitt at the NW International Hostel Cafe
Join us for an evening of duets with Greg Stone and Linda Leavitt, of Mountain Honey. Enjoy acoustic American music from the heart, with close harmonies inspired by bluegrass and classic country duets
Find out more »The Lillian Sawyer Band at Gastro Mania for Bluegrass Wednesday
Bluegrass Wednesday’s continues November 21 with The Lillian Sawyer Band at Gastro Mania in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $5 cover. The Lillian Sawyer Band, led by local fiddler and Berklee College of Music alumnus Lily Sawyer, is a supergroup made up of some of Portland’s best and hottest pickers. Joining her on guitar is Joe Suskind (Never Come Down); on mandolin, Josiah Payne (Bigfoot Mojo); and on bass, Rob Wright (Dogwood String Band). Phenomenal musicians in their own right, the band has…
Find out more »Whoa Jam
Acoustic bluegrass and mountain music jam, 2nd and 4th Sundays, 1-4pm, Whoa Tavern, 15468 Hwy 66, Keno, OR 97627. This is a friendly, but up-to-speed jam. Beginners are welcome, but we may speed up your song after you kick it off (it's good for ya!). For information contact Joyce Furlong, joycefurlong@ymail.com or call (775)722-9877. The Tavern offers a yummy sandwich and a brew special for jammers (big sandwich and a side!), $8. If coming from out of town check to make…
Find out more »The Horsenecks at Gastro Mania in Multnomah Village. Bluegrass Wednesday’s
Bluegrass Wednesday's continues November 28 with The Horsenecks at Gastro Mania in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $5 cover. With roots in Portland Oregon and Liverpool England, The Horsenecks play hard-hitting and heartfelt Old Time and classic Bluegrass music. The members formed a strong musical bond after meeting at a festival in 2012 and have been performing and touring together ever since. With driving old time fiddle, three finger banjo, and classic harmony singing, they bring the music to life with a…
Find out more »PFS presents Legends of the Celtic Harp
Three of the premier Celtic harpers in the world take you on a dramatic musical journey deep into myths, magic and fabled history with this most captivating instrument. Legends of the Celtic Harp is a blend of music and oratory, falling somewhere between concert and theater. It spans nearly the range of human feeling, from humor to tragedy, tenderness to rage, reality to mysticism, and more. The effects are powerful and exhilarating. In “A Winter’s Gift” Patrick Ball, Lisa Lynne and…
Find out more »December 2018
OBA Portland Jam
First Sunday of every month from October – April, starting at 12 noon until about 4:00 pm. Come for part of the time, or all of the time, whatever works for you. Plenty of seating for jammers and listeners. You might even find a few holiday gifts in the Audubon store. All levels of bluegrass players are welcome. Bring an instrument, your voice, a song, and a friend. Come make music among the birds. Small donation requested (not required) to…
Find out more »Whiskey Deaf at Gastro Mania in Multnomah Village
The series of “Bluegrass Wednesday's” continues December 5 with Whiskey Deaf at the Gastro Mania Annex in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $5 cover. Whiskey Deaf is Annie Staninec & John Kael and friends Annie Staninec has been playing fiddle since the age of four, and can rattle your teeth with a bluegrass breakdown, tug at your soul on a lonesome ballad, or kick you out of your seat with a cajun two-step. She’s toured the world and recorded with renowned artists…
Find out more »Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms
Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms - 2nd Saturday Community Concert Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms form a powerful vocally-driven duo whose sound is lifted by Calebs distinctive and lyrical mandolin playing, (he even picks up the fiddle from time to time) and driven by Reebs unwavering guitar playing. They perform original songs and tunes as well as their favorite old gems from traditional and country repertoires. Both originally hail from Washington State: Caleb from Orcas Island, and Reeb from the…
Find out more »Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms
Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms - 2nd Saturday Community Concert Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms form a powerful vocally-driven duo whose sound is lifted by Calebs distinctive and lyrical mandolin playing, (he even picks up the fiddle from time to time) and driven by Reebs unwavering guitar playing. They perform original songs and tunes as well as their favorite old gems from traditional and country repertoires. Both originally hail from Washington State: Caleb from Orcas Island, and Reeb from the…
Find out more »Whoa Jam
Acoustic bluegrass and mountain music jam, 2nd and 4th Sundays, 1-4pm, Whoa Tavern, 15468 Hwy 66, Keno, OR 97627. This is a friendly, but up-to-speed jam. Beginners are welcome, but we may speed up your song after you kick it off (it's good for ya!). For information contact Joyce Furlong, joycefurlong@ymail.com or call (775)722-9877. The Tavern offers a yummy sandwich and a brew special for jammers (big sandwich and a side!), $8. If coming from out of town check to make…
Find out more »Whiskey Deaf plays Bluegrass Wednesday
Bluegrass Wednesday continues February 5 with Whiskey Deaf at the Gastro Mania Annex in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $5 cover. Whiskey Deaf is Annie Staninec & John Kael and friends Annie Staninec has been playing fiddle since the age of four, and can rattle your teeth with a bluegrass breakdown, tug at your soul on a lonesome ballad, or kick you out of your seat with a cajun two-step. She’s toured the world and recorded with renowned artists such as Kathy…
Find out more »Beaverton Jam
Intermediate-level jam!
Find out more »*Cancelled* Bluegrass Wednesday at Gastro Mania
We're sorry--Fern Hill Bluegrass has had to cancel due to illness. We'll see you next week!
Find out more »Bluegrass at Multnomah Grange 71
The Oregon Bluegrass Association proudly joins Multnomah Grange 71 in hosting Mountain Honey and JT and Rowdy Mountain for an evening of entertainment for the whole family. An open Jam begins at 5:30. Snack bar.
Find out more »OBA Roseburg Chapter Third Sunday Jam
Bluegrass Jam - Third Sunday Year-Round - 1 PM til 4:30 PM Held at the Sutherlin Senior Center, 202 East Central Avenue, Sutherlin, OR. Open to listeners and pickers alike. All levels encouraged. Refreshments - Donations kindly accepted Sponsored by the Oregon Bluegrass Association - Roseburg Chapter More information, please call Liz at 541-679-0553. Ample paved parking in the back. Handicapped parking and accessible.
Find out more »OBA Roseburg Chapter Jam
Third Sunday Jam is always from 1 to 4:30 pm at Sutherlin Senior Center, 202 East Central Avenue, Sutherlin, OR. Open to listeners and pickers alike. All levels encouraged. Refreshments. Donations kindly accepted. Sponsored by the OBA - Roseburg Chapter. Ample paved parking in back. Handicapped parking accessible. INFO: Lizzie at 541-679-0553
Find out more »Strings in Sisters Jam
We call our group “Strings In Sisters” and have been meeting here since August 2016. We normally meet on the third Sunday of each month from 1:30 -3:30 p.m. at the Sisters Library. (As you enter Sisters, turn right on Locust St – just past the elementary school and across from The Pump House service station and Hop & Brew. Turn left on E Cascade – the first left, right on Cedar.) Our main focus is on bluegrass, folk, and…
Find out more »Strings in Sisters Jam
We call our group "Strings In Sisters" and have been meeting here since August 2016. We normally meet on the third Sunday of each month from 1:30 -3:30 p.m. at the Sisters Library. (As you enter Sisters, turn right on Locust St - just past the elementary school and across from The Pump House service station and Hop & Brew. Turn left on E Cascade - the first left, right on Cedar.) Our main focus is on bluegrass, folk, and…
Find out more »Mountain Honey plays Bluegrass Wednesday at Gastro Mania in Multnomah Village
The series of “Bluegrass Wednesdays” continues December 19 with Mountain Honey at The Vault at Gastro Mania in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $5 cover. Mountain Honey features Linda Leavitt (vocals, guitar, mandolin), Dee Johnson (vocals, bass), Greg Stone (vocals, guitar) and Mike Stahlman (vocals, banjo). Sweet and golden acoustic music inspired by traditional bluegrass, with driving banjo and high lonesome harmonies is what Mountain Honey offers. Gastro Mania offers a full dinner menu and a fully stocked bar. Come to this great…
Find out more »Jamblers @ Prosperity Pie
Good place, good pie, plus custom teas, coffees... and Music, in the heart of Multnomah Village on a big holiday weekend. Enjoy some pie, coffee or tea or more... lots more, including the Jamblers' musical Americana-style blend on a festive Saturday evening.
Find out more »Whoa Jam
Acoustic bluegrass and mountain music jam, 2nd and 4th Sundays, 1-4pm, Whoa Tavern, 15468 Hwy 66, Keno, OR 97627. This is a friendly, but up-to-speed jam. Beginners are welcome, but we may speed up your song after you kick it off (it's good for ya!). For information contact Joyce Furlong, joycefurlong@ymail.com or call (775)722-9877. The Tavern offers a yummy sandwich and a brew special for jammers (big sandwich and a side!), $8. If coming from out of town check to make…
Find out more »Big Dickens plays Bluegrass Wednesday at Gastro Mania
Bluegrass Wednesday’s continues December 26 with Big Dickens at Gastro Mania in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $5 cover. Big Dickens is a bluegrass/classic country duet from Portland Oregon. The duet members are Steve Reischman on guitar and vocals and Kevin Johnson on mandolin and vocals.Steve and Kevin have been playing together in various bands for over 40 years.Their sound blends traditional bluegrass music with “brothers” duet harmonies made popular in the early days of country music. Gastro Mania offers a full dinner…
Find out more »The O’Neill Pub Jam
Formerly Turn Key Bluegrass Jam. Open to all ages and levels with beginner-friendly core of intermediate players, good vibes, good food, full bar. Every Sunday, 2-5 p.m.
Find out more »January 2019
Jon Cooper Bluegrass Jam
An open bluegrass and old time country jam is held at La Sierra Mexican Grill in Dundee Oregon on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. This jam is dedicated to the memory of Jon Cooper who kicked it off many years ago, but passed on himself in 2015. The pickers average intermediate in skill level, but the jam is open and encouraging to all skill levels. Please contact Steve Edward (stephene47@frontier.com, ph: 503-664-6351), Ron Taylor (ron@taylorpaintingof portland.com) ,…
Find out more »Never Come Down plays Bluegrass Wednesday at Gastro Mania January 2!
Bluegrass Wednesday’s continues January 2 with Never Come Down at Gastro Mania in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $5 cover. Built on bluegrass instrumentation, Never Come Down's sound is a blend of country, folk and soulful Americana. Fronted by singer-songwriters Joe Suskind and Crystal Lariza, the seven piece released their debut self-titled album last September. Since then they have performed throughout the northwest and recently returned from Reykjavik, playing the opening event for Iceland Airwaves, Iceland’s premier music festival. Come join us for the…
Find out more »WOTFA Fiddle Jam
Washington Old Time Fiddlers Association Jam and SnackLuck open to the public. Held at the Clark County History Museum - a great venue. First Friday every month and part of the Vancouver Arts Walk. Generally a song circle jam, but this may vary. Very newcomer and beginner friendly with advanced and expert fiddlers always most welcome. Fiddles, Guitars, Mandolins and other traditional backup instruments welcome. Audience welcome. The Museum is open and free. All Fiddle players and backup instruments welcome. We…
Find out more »Taborgrass Open Mic Night
Share your talents! Join us for pizza and jamming at 6:30, followed by performances at 7:00. Sign up with Linda Leavitt in advance or at the door. Suggested donation: $10.
Find out more »Greg Stone Bluegrass Guitar Workshop
Greg Stone will teach flatpick techniques, rhythm backup, bass lines and a couple of licks. $10
Find out more »Klamath Falls Bluegrass Jam
A monthly bluegrass jam on the First Sunday at Mia's and Pia's Pizzeria and Brewhouse, 3545 Summers Lane, Klamath Falls, OR 97603. For information: Ben Coker 541-783-3478 / benfcoker@gmail.com
Find out more »Columbia River Brewing Jam
Formerly O'Neill Pub and Turn Key Bluegrass Jam. Open to all ages and levels with beginner-friendly core of intermediate players, good vibes, good food, full bar.
Find out more »Fiddle Night! Bluegrass Wednesday @ the Annex of Gastro Mania
Bluegrass Wednesday on January 9th will feature a night of 4 of the many great fiddlers in the Portland area. Here's who's playing. Annie Staninec from Whiskey Deaf Lillian Sawyer from the Lillian Sawyer Band Kain Dye from JT and Rowdy Mtn Mike Eisler from Fern Hill Bluegrass Band All these fiddlers play with other folks as well! Each one of these players will have a segment of the show to feature their talent and then, I'm hoping, they will…
Find out more »Courtyard Bluegrass Jam
Open, all level jam, every Thursday from 4:00 -6:00 PM at The White Eagle.
Find out more »Scratchdog Stringband at Alberta Street Pub (featuring Alder Street Band) 9:00-Midnight
Portland's own Scratchdog Stringband will be playing their first hometown show since their Russian tour! Also featuring the infamous Alder Street Band out of Eugene, this show will sell out! Get your tickets in advance HERE Scratchdog Stringband is the hardest hitting bluegrass group in the Northwest. The group seamlessly trades instruments and lead vocals throughout the night, play over 175 shows a year, and recently toured the Russian Far East as Diplomatic Cultural Envoys on behalf of the US…
Find out more »Columbia River Brewing Jam
Formerly O'Neill Pub and Turn Key Bluegrass Jam. Open to all ages and levels with beginner-friendly core of intermediate players, good vibes, good food, full bar. Please note: We will not meet on Sunday, February 3.
Find out more »Puddletown Ramblers @ O’Malley’s 2nd Sundays
Come see the Puddletown Ramblers every 2nd Sunday at O'Malley's Saloon & Grill.
Find out more »Mountain Honey at Strum Guitars
Join us Sunday, January 13th, 7-9, at our new favorite venue for sping-tingling bluegrass vocals and driving banjo music.
Find out more »Rambling Bluegrass Jam (Beaverton)
Intermediate bluegrass jam session in banquet room. Celebrating our 15th year at this location (2017).
Find out more »Bluegrass Jam in McMinnville
Informal bluegrass jam every Tuesday night from 7-9:30ish. All levels are welcome.
Find out more »Jon Cooper Bluegrass Jam
An open bluegrass and old time country jam is held at La Sierra Mexican Grill in Dundee Oregon on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. This jam is dedicated to the memory of Jon Cooper who kicked it off many years ago, but passed on himself in 2015. The pickers average intermediate in skill level, but the jam is open and encouraging to all skill levels. Please contact Steve Edward (stephene47@frontier.com, ph: 503-664-6351), Ron Taylor (ron@taylorpaintingof portland.com) ,…
Find out more »Doug Smith, Acoustic Guitar Master
The Portland Community College Rock Creek music program presents acoustic guitar master Doug Smith as part of the Experience Music Series. The concert will be held in the Forum, Building 3, at the Rock Creek Campus, 17705 NW Springville Road, Portland and begins at 7:30 pm. The concert is presented in conjunction with the Tuesday evening Music Appreciation class and is open to the public. A donation is appreciated but no one will be turned away. The concert is free…
Find out more »Beaverton Jam
Intermediate-level jam!
Find out more »The Filthy Skillets play Bluegrass Wednesday at the Gastro Mania Annex
Bluegrass Wednesday’s continues January 16 with The Filthy Skillets at the Annex of Gastro Mania in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $5 cover. The Filthy Skillets will show you a good time. This 5 piece Portland based bluegrass band is deeply rooted in traditional Bluegrass but draws from a wide variety of music styles. They'll play you some bluegrass standards, some originals, and some fun covers. Come see what they are all about. You will leave feeling good. The Annex @ Gastro Mania offers…
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