The Tower Theatre Foundation and Marianne Watson established the Doug Watson Scholarship for Performing Arts in memory of the Tower Theatre Foundation’s longtime member, sponsor, volunteer and Board Chair. Doug was a true advocate for the arts, especially the Tower’s LessonPLAN education programs, and reveled in seeing an audience of enthusiastic school kids react to…
(Photo courtesy of COCC) Central Oregon Community College’s (COCC) Big Band Jazz group is performing its winter concert at 7pm on Friday, March 8, in Wille Hall on the Bend campus. This is a free performance, with donations welcome. Visit centraloregonjazz.org to learn more. The concert will feature the music of Oliver Nelson, a saxophone player…
Billy Strings, Brandi Carlile, and Caamp are set to headline the highly-anticipated second edition of FairWell Festival, returning to the High Desert July 19-21, 2024 at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds. Bringing fans over 36 artists across three stages, additional performances include Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Ryan Bingham with The Texas Gentlemen, Whiskey Myers,…
(Wreckless Strangers and Jennifer Hartswick Band | Photo courtesy of Wreckless Strangers) Wreckless Strangers return to the Pacific Northwest as the support act for powerhouse trumpeter and vocalist Jennifer Hartswick. The Wreckless Strangers will bring their unique blend of blues, R&B, Americana, and rock to the stage as they kick off the shows at Humboldt Brews…
(Photos courtesy of BendFilm) In honor of Black History Month, here are our staff picks of films made by Black directors, telling Black stories. With award season upon us, the disparities in the film industry are even more present than ever. In 96 years, only six Black directors have been nominated for the Academy Award…
(Photo courtesy of Cascade Chorale) Announcing the much-anticipated concert, “Serenity” to be performed by the celebrated Cascade Chorale. Scheduled for the evening of March 9 and the afternoon of March10, these concerts promise to be a harmonious heralding of spring’s arrival, weaving together music, light, and growth in a stunning auditory tapestry. Under the direction…
March 16 Piano Showcase at the Tower — Tickets are on sale now. Featuring acclaimed classical pianist Sean Chen and award-winning boogie-woogie pianist Arthur Migliazza, this multi-genre event celebrates the versatility and virtuosity of the piano. Chen and Migliazza, favorite pianists of this event, will share the stage in genre-bending duo and solo performances, both…
Any pickers out there looking to sharpen their skills? We’re thrilled to welcome back the one-and-only Joe Schulte to teach a six-week bluegrass workshop on April 17-May 22! This Wednesday night series will focus on song arrangement, jam awareness and “bluegrass etiquette.” Participants will learn how to take traditional bluegrass tunes commonly found in jam…
Announcing our three latest additions to the 2024 Big Ponderoo lineup — Shinyribs, Silverada (formerly Mike and the Moonpies) and ShadowGrass. These groups bring country twang, horn-driven Memphis-soul, and fast-picking bluegrass to the bill. You’re gonna love it! Grab your Big Ponderoo tickets today and stay tuned for even more lineup announcements to come! Shinyribs…
We get asked all the time “When’s Arthur coming back??” and “Why haven’t you had that boogie guy back??” …well, here he comes! Read below for details of March 16’s Piano Showcase at the Tower and tap on through to get your tickets today. This Saturday (February 24) a capella legends are coming to Sunriver, thanks…
