If you've never experienced hearing talented musicians perform in a small, intimate environment, you are in for a treat.
House concerts are a growing trend across the country, where people invite friends and neighbors into their homes for an up-close concert experience. And there are
many
house concerts being held in and around the Portland area that you can check out - you just need to contact the host and ask to be invited.
Churches and non-profit community groups around Portland host occasional coffeehouses that feature traditional folk musicians and other acoustic artists as a way of bringing the community together.
In addition, live acoustic music can be heard in
several
listening rooms
and small theaters
in Portland.
Local vineyards
and restaurants and cafes
in the area
sometimes host nationally touring musicians as well.
Below you can find a listing of upcoming shows in these smaller venues by nationally and internationally touring artists.
John Bunzow’s mix of eclectic musical influences – melding blues, country, rock and even jazz – have helped establish him as an original artist of heartfelt depth, substance and style.
Barrie Dempsey is an award winning musician whose genre wears many different hats. He is a songwriter who spins stories about morality and love, yet can carry a Folk Americana/Roots feel, akin to writ
John Bunzow’s mix of eclectic musical influences – melding blues, country, rock and even jazz – have helped establish him as an original artist of heartfelt depth, substance and style.
Barrie Dempsey is an award winning musician whose genre wears many different hats. He is a songwriter who spins stories about morality and love, yet can carry a Folk Americana/Roots feel, akin to writ
Cowboy Junkies are a Canadian alternative country/blues/folk rock band. The band was nominated for Group of the Year at the Juno Awards in 1990 and 1991.
The Prairie Benders are an original singer-songwriter, folk rock band based in Portland, Oregon. The Prairie Benders deliver compelling lyrics steeped in psychedelic escapism, catchy melodies and sharp songwriting.
A weekly event that serves up gourmet food and great music - both inside and outside. It's always an honor to perform at this event, and Phoenix is delighted to return on Saturday, June 28th.
Organically gripping and raw, Hayley Lynn’s sultry timbres extend through the various depths of her vocal range as she is soft-spoken but packs a punch when her lyrical motifs drop.
Willamette Week, 2023 Best of Portland issue: “They sing about Mississippi boat queens, trains, juke joints, church bells—all things backwoods—with devotion and delicacy.”
Performing as duo and band. Story telling songs, good guitar picking, rollicking jams and vocal harmony. One of the many Splendors of this duo is that their collective harmonies are rich and dance above their collective tasteful guitars.
John Bunzow’s mix of eclectic musical influences – melding blues, country, rock and even jazz – have helped establish him as an original artist of heartfelt depth, substance and style.
Barrie Dempsey is an award winning musician whose genre wears many different hats. He is a songwriter who spins stories about morality and love, yet can carry a Folk Americana/Roots feel, akin to writ
The food is divine, the deserts are delicious, and the music is fun! Join Phoenix from 7-10 p.m. at the Oregon Garden Resort (in the lounge) for their monthly appearance. You can even spend the night!
The Prairie Benders are an original singer-songwriter, folk rock band based in Portland, Oregon. The Prairie Benders deliver compelling lyrics steeped in psychedelic escapism, catchy melodies and sharp songwriting.
Avery Hill is a performing artist, songwriter, storyteller, and music teacher. Her singular style of songwriting integrates intricate melodies with insightful, storytelling lyrics. Avery’s voice is direct and searching, telling and investigating.
A weekly summer concert series that takes place is a beautiful (and shaded!) park in front of the Woodburn Library is the place to be on Tuesday evenings all summer long. Phoenix takes the stage on Tuesday, July 29th at 6:30.
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Places to see live acoustic music
in and around
Portland, Oregon
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