Brett Dennen is a nationally known, beloved singer-songwriter who has played at Austin City Limits, Newport Folk and Telluride Bluegrass Festivals and appeared on Jimmy Kimmel, David Letterman and Conan O’Brien. His songs are carefully crafted, beautiful and often exhibit a wry sense of humor.
International Guitar Night has become a fan favorite for local students and our evening concert goers. As the group celebrates its 21st year of touring the US, IGN’s founder Brian Gore has put together another brilliant lineup – with guest host Germany’s Latin Swing master Lulo Reinhardt, who is joined by Italian acoustic rock sensation and local favorite Luca Stricagnoli, progressive fingerstyle guitarist Thu Le from Vietnam, and a favorite IGN alumni, Hawaiian Slack Key master Jim Kimo West.
International Guitar Night has become a fan favorite for local students and our evening concert goers. As the group celebrates its 21st year of touring the US, IGN’s founder Brian Gore has put together another brilliant lineup – with guest host Germany’s Latin Swing master Lulo Reinhardt, who is joined by Italian acoustic rock sensation and local favorite Luca Stricagnoli, progressive fingerstyle guitarist Thu Le from Vietnam, and a favorite IGN alumni, Hawaiian Slack Key master Jim Kimo West.
One of Ireland’s best live touring acts on the scene today, the multi-award winning We Banjo 3 combine supergroup credentials with a breath-taking command of the emotive power of fiddle, guitar, mandolin and banjo. Any single member of this group could a electrify a venue with a solo performance, but together with their passionate lead vocalist who sounds like a young Springsteen adopted by the Chieftains, the result is truly unforgettable.
One of Ireland’s best live touring acts on the scene today, the multi-award winning We Banjo 3 combine supergroup credentials with a breath-taking command of the emotive power of fiddle, guitar, mandolin and banjo. Any single member of this group could a electrify a venue with a solo performance, but together with their passionate lead vocalist who sounds like a young Springsteen adopted by the Chieftains, the result is truly unforgettable.
What started in 2006 as a one-off with a group of nine cellists onstage at Portland’s Doug Fir Lounge has evolved into a nationally recognized performing, recording and educational group with a revolving cast of cellists. Portland Cello Project (PCP) has developed a three-part philosophy that has mostly remained unchanged over the years: Bring the cello places you wouldn't normally see it; perform music on the cello you wouldn't normally associate with the instrument alongside music from the Western Classical Tradition; and build bridges between different musical communities through education, community outreach, and collaboration with myriad artists.
Tom Russell's music incorporates elements of folk, traditional country & western, border and cowboy music of the American West. The award-winning American songwriter, painter, storyteller, journalist, and author performs on The Argyros stage! Rolling Stone Magazine has declared Russell to be: The greatest living folk-country songwriter.
Jarabe Mexicano captures the nostalgic spirit of their border roots with their brand of "Bordeño-Soul," which honors the musical tastes and cultural influences of its members. Jarabe, which translates to 'concoction, highlights the eclectic mix of genres they perform ranging from Mexican Folk, Rock & Roll, and Norteño/Tex-Mex to Latin Rock, Trio Romántico, and popular Cumbia. Their traditional Mariachi string instruments and Norteño-inspired drums complement dramatic vocals in English, Spanish, and Spanglish, and shows how this multi-generational ensemble embraces change while still honoring the past.
