Pedro Pastor y Los Locos Descalzos
At just 31 years old, and with six albums under his belt, Pedro Pastor represents and leads a new generation of singer-songwriters in Spain. Despite his young age, he has spent over 20 years on the stage, with 700 concerts in 17 countries. His music straddles between Latin America and Spain, with lyrics that are a hymn to change and rebellion, to love and learning, to fusion and blending as the primary source of musical and human development. His style combines African music, cumbia, flamenco, funk, and Latin American folklore without losing the power and essence of the singer-songwriter and its message. Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS
Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel – ISLE OF HOPE TOUR
Duane Betts ignites and brings an evolution to the Southern rock tradition. With a fiery legacy forged by his father, the legendary Dickey Betts, the second generation musician infuses it with his own soul-stirring blend of blues, raw passion, and six-string mastery. Backed by his band, Palmetto Motel, Betts delivers a dynamic live show filled with searing guitar solos, heartfelt storytelling, and a mix of classic influences with fresh energy. Fans can expect a blend of roots rock, blues, and some improvisational jamming, creating an electrifying yet deeply authentic experience. With top-tier musicianship, a connection to rock ‘n’ roll history, and the desire to make every performance a true experience, a Palmetto Motel show is an unforgettable journey that no music lover should miss. Palmetto Motel is…Johnny Stachela (guitar, vocals)Pedro Arevalo (bass, vocals) Vincent Fossett Jr. (drums)Max Butler (B-3 organ) Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS.
Sonny Landreth presented by PDX Jazz
Fourteen albums, two Grammy nominations, nearly a dozen major awards and more than four decades into a career like no other, Sonny Landreth is an artist who’s found a different way to play guitar and then some. Music journalists have called the singer/songwriter/bandleader/slide guitar virtuoso everything from “an innovator on the order of Eddie Van Halen” (All About Jazz) to “one of the finest guitarists America has ever produced” (Rock & Blues Muse), while artists including John Hiatt, Mark Knopfler, Bonnie Raitt and Eric Clapton –who’s famously said, “Sonny Landreth is probably the most underestimated musician on the planet, and also one of the most advanced” –consider him an invaluable colleague, collaborator and bonafide guitar hero. For the Lafayette, LA native, it’s a journey of remarkable musicianship that began with his first guitar at age 12. By his 20’s he was sitting in with local Creole and Cajun musicians and would soon become the first white member of Clifton Chenier’s legendary Red Hot Louisiana Band. “Being raised in a community where music is such a huge part of the culture,” Landreth explains, “loving Robert Johnson and Duane Allman as much as Mozart, I just absorbed every one of those influences and somehow crystallized it into my own style.” Through it all, Landreth has discovered his music being embraced by fans of blues, rock, jazz, zydeco, country, Americana, world music and more. “Not being pinned down to any one genre can be a blessing and a curse,” he laughs. “But I was always comfortable playing different styles because slide guitar can speak to any audience.” And as anyone who’s witnessed him as the opening performer for an unprecedented seven of Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festivals can attest, Landreth’s slide wizardry is a consistent highlight of the world’s most famous six-string summit. For Landreth, the future is an open road with the top down and the radio turned up. He’s currently recording a new album and maintaining a busy touring schedule. But for a one-of-a-kind artist who continues to defy categorization, what keeps him going/growing as an ever innovative yet always down-to-earth performer? “I still believe that music can possess the same magic that we all felt when we were kids,” Landreth says. “You want it to feel personal and be inspiring. Whenever my music communicates or resonates with people, it’s a great affirmation.” Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS.
Portland Youth Jazz Orchestra Spring Concert featuring the Portland Vanguard Big Band
Join us for an inspiring evening as the Portland Youth Jazz Orchestra takes the stage for their highly-anticipated Spring Concert featuring the Portland Vanguard Big Band!Immerse yourself in a world where the harmonious melodies of jazz transcend the noise of everyday life, showcasing the dedication and talent of these exceptional musicians from 6th grade to adult.Mastering the rhythmic complexities and emotional depths of jazz, the members of the Portland Youth Jazz Orchestra find inspiration in the mellifluous tones of their horns, the dynamic energy of their percussion, and the expressive harmony of keys and strings. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the world of jazz and the hearts of those who dedicate their time to its pursuit. PYJO Bands: NEW Cats Gen Combo GEN Big Band Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS.
Montavilla Jazz Festival 2026 Opening Night: PJCE presents Rebecca Sanborn’s Shadow Work w/ North Pole Studio’s Rhythm & Hues
PJCE presents: Rebecca Sanborn’s Shadow Workwith North Pole Studio presents: Rhythm & Hues feat. John Niekrasz, Kennedy Verrett, and Maria E. Olaya Montavilla Jazz Festival 2026 opens with a powerful double bill celebrating large-ensemble composition, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and the creative voices of Portland artists. The evening begins with Rhythm & Hues, a collaborative project from North Pole Studio that pairs musicians with visual artists with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Musicians John Niekrasz, Kennedy Verrett, and Maria E. Olaya respond to original artwork by North Pole Studio artists Adam Richards, Joni Smith, and Davis Wohlford, transforming visual expression into newly created music. The night continues with Rebecca Sanborn’s Shadow Work, presented by Portland Jazz Composers Ensemble. A large-ensemble work exploring dreams, identity, and the journey toward wholeness, Shadow Work began as a cycle of late-night compositions written while Sanborn’s young daughter slept. Developed over several years and arranged for PJCE by Douglas Detrick, the project has evolved through live performance, collaboration, and a large-scale recording process involving a wide network of musicians. Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS
LEATHER AND LACE: A Tribute to all things Fleetwood and Stevie
Leather and Lace returns to the Alberta Rose Theatre for a full weekend of shows celebrating the iconic music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks. Featuring many beloved songs, the production showcases some of Portland’s most vibrant voices, an eight-piece band, and lush five-part harmonies. The evening is elevated by special dance performances, including aerialists, lyra hoops, burlesque, and drag, creating a fully immersive, theatrical experience. Now in its eighth year and fourth year at Alberta Rose, Leather and Lace has become a Portland favorite. EARLYBIRD PRICING UNTIL JUNE 30th – Get your tickets now and save $5 off the regular price! ✨ Presented by Acoustic Minds ✨ This is a partially-seated show, so you can dance!! Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardianReview our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS
LEATHER AND LACE: A Tribute to all things Fleetwood and Stevie
Leather and Lace returns to the Alberta Rose Theatre for a full weekend of shows celebrating the iconic music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks. Featuring many beloved songs, the production showcases some of Portland’s most vibrant voices, an eight-piece band, and lush five-part harmonies. The evening is elevated by special dance performances, including aerialists, lyra hoops, burlesque, and drag, creating a fully immersive, theatrical experience. Now in its eighth year and fourth year at Alberta Rose, Leather and Lace has become a Portland favorite. EARLYBIRD PRICING UNTIL JUNE 30th – Get your tickets now and save $5 off the regular price! ✨ Presented by Acoustic Minds ✨ This is a partially-seated show, so you can dance!! Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardianReview our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS
LEATHER AND LACE: A Tribute to all things Fleetwood and Stevie
Leather and Lace returns to the Alberta Rose Theatre for a full weekend of shows celebrating the iconic music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks. Featuring many beloved songs, the production showcases some of Portland’s most vibrant voices, an eight-piece band, and lush five-part harmonies. The evening is elevated by special dance performances, including aerialists, lyra hoops, burlesque, and drag, creating a fully immersive, theatrical experience. Now in its eighth year and fourth year at Alberta Rose, Leather and Lace has become a Portland favorite. EARLYBIRD PRICING UNTIL JUNE 30th – Get your tickets now and save $5 off the regular price! ✨ Presented by Acoustic Minds ✨ This is a partially-seated show, so you can dance!! Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardianReview our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS
Carolyn Wonderland with special guest Kelly’s Lot
Carolyn Wonderland, with her dynamic guitar playing, formidable songwriting, and pure Texas vocals, has more than earned her reputation as a fiercely independent artist. Wonderland plays original, bluesified, cosmic soul music, mixed with heavy doses of Tex-Mex and riff-fueled rock ‘n’ roll. She has been performing professionally since the age of 15 and has led a colorful and adventurous life. On the road her entire career, she’s played with icons from Townes Van Zandt to Levon Helm, from Buddy Guy to Hubert Sumlin, from Bob Dylan to John Mayall, all while writing her own story. On her new Alligator Records album, Truth Is, Wonderland, with her vividly detailed, instantly memorable songs, reflects on the world with honesty and righteous conviction. Wonderland’s bold and insightful songs tell common-sense truths that, in her words, “need to be told.” They are driven by her sometimes savage and other times gently melodic guitar fingerpicking, along with her full-throated yet still vulnerable vocals. As for the album’s brutally honest subject matter, Wonderland says, “There’s always hope and we’re still here for each other, but at some point, you have to sing about the elephant in the room.” With Truth Is, Carolyn Wonderland stakes her claim among the most influential roots music voices today, delivering the blues’ honest truth to all who will listen. Her courageously empowering music packs an emotional wallop, with every track on the album performed with a rare intensity that is welcoming and ultimately uplifting. “She’s something else,” Bob Dylan once said to Ray Benson. “She should be nationwide.” California roots/blues band Kelly’s Lot opens the show. Minors ok with parent/guardian Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS.
Blues in the Gorge Guitar Masters
Experience these blues and fingerstyle guitar masters ahead of their week of instruction at Menucha Retreat for Blues in the Gorge. Alvin Youngblood Hart The cosmic American love child of Howlin Wolf and Link Wray! Known as a “musician’s musician,” Alvin Youngblood Hart’s praises have been sung by everyone from Bob Dylan to Brit guitar gods Eric Clapton & Mick Taylor. A devout follower of the “no barriers” approach carved out by veteran performers like Gatemouth Brown and the late/great Doug Sahm, Hart aims to delight the masses and points to challenge the so-called blues purists. Vance GilbertVance was born and raised in the Philadelphia area. Starting out hoping to be an R&B and jazz singer once at college, there he discovered his affinity for the storytelling sensibilities of the acoustic singer-songwriter thing. Word spread like wildfire about Gilbert’s stage-owning singing and playing, and Shawn Colvin invited him to be special guest on her 1992 Fat City tour where he took much of America by storm and by surprise. 30+ years into his career, the songwriter’s influence can be felt all over the contemporary Folk and Americana realm as he has helped pave the way for many of the BIPOC artists who have followed. Bill Kirchen From performing with his Who Knows Pickers jug band in Ann Arbor High School’s senior talent show (also on the program: the future Iggy Pop), to birthing the Americana genre with the original “hippie country band,” Commander Cody and his Lost Planet Airmen, this affable Austinite has been everywhere, man, flying alongside some of the planet’s coolest cats — including the Jesus of Cool, Nick Lowe, and Lowe’s old protégé, Elvis Costello. Mary Flower Mary Flower is a brilliant fingerpicking guitarist in the roots blues/ragtime/early jazz tradition. She is a prodigious talent whose seasoned skills earned her the Far West Folk Alliance “Best of the West” award in 2025. She was inducted into the CO.Music Hall of Fame in 2019 for her work with The Mother Folkers.She is a long-time teacher who recently celebrated twelve years of “Blues in the Gorge,” her own guitar intensive. She’s made fourteen recordings that document her profound command and love for blues guitar. It’s entirely appropriate that Jorma Kaukonen called her “a national treasure in your own backyard.” Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS