Events

Come experience PSU’s Sonic Arts Music Production Laptop Ensemble (SAMPLE) in an immersive winter concert featuring original works that push the boundaries of digital creativity. This collaborative performance showcases inventive computer-mediated instruments, cutting-edge sound-synthesis programming, and dynamic, interactive live performance. SAMPLE transforms laptops into expressive musical tools, creating a thrilling, sonic environment that highlights the…

Born in Tokyo, Japanese-Russian pianist Yoshio Hamano has performed across the globe in prestigious venues and worked with notable orchestras and conductors, including the Japan Philharmonic and the Tokyo Symphony.  Best known for performances marked by a deep emotional connection to the music, Hamano's artistry has earned admiration from audiences and critics alike. A winner…

Join us for an evening of festive harmony, heartfelt collaboration, and the timeless power of voices raised together, featuring the PSU Rose, Thorn, Briar and University Choirs. Our graduate students will present the work they’ve cultivated throughout their studies. Like petals opening toward the sun, this recital is a showcase of artistry in full bloom—featuring…

How do you start an Orff chapter?Who started POSA and why?What milestones shaped the journey from the earliest days to today?This year’s chapter share takes a special turn as we celebrate Seeds to Blooms: POSA’s Anniversary Chapter Share. Long-time and current members come together to share the story of POSA’s fifty-plus years through music, movement,…

Portland Youth String Ensemble (PYSE), conducted by Inés Voglar Belgique, invites families to a relaxed, joyful introduction to live classical music, created especially for children ages 3–8. This 45-minute Cushion Concert is the perfect “first concert” experience: fun, interactive, and performed by talented young musicians who are often not much older than the kids in the audience.The program includes…