Too Slim & The Taildraggers – Johnny Wheels and the Swamp Donkeys
Too Slim & The Taildraggers Tim “Too Slim“ Langford is a monster guitarist and unabashed blues rocker whose influences run the gamut from Lightnin’ Hopkins, Freddy King, Duane Allman, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Robin Trower. He is a prolific singer/songwriter whose songs have now yielded an impressive 14 studio albums, 2 solo albums and several live CD’s on the Vizztone and his own Underworld Records labels. Too Slim and the Taildraggers are Tim “Too Slim” Langford on guitar/vocals, Zach Kasik on bass/vocals and Chris Reiser on drums/vocals. Too Slim and the Taildraggers ever evolving musical direction cannot easily be classified into any box or category. Tim “Too Slim” Langford has received Lifetime Achievement and Hall Of Fame awards by three Northwest blues societies, as well as more than 40 regional and national music awards. Johnny Wheels and the Swamp Donkeys The son of a traveling bass player and singer, Johnny “Wheels” Kennicott had music in his blood since birth, but expressing himself musically took on new importance when Johnny broke his neck in a childhood accident, leaving him paralyzed from the chest down. Though his father’s instrument of choice and his early passion of playing drums were now out due to limited function, Johnny found, through determined trial and error, he could manipulate his paralyzed diaphragm to not only sing, but also blow the harmonica. Since that time, Johnny has been traveling the Pacific Northwest music scene, spreading the gospel of the blues. Collectively, the band hails from Oregon, Texas and California and is typically tagged as a Blues band; although, the diversity of the members’ musical backgrounds becomes evident as the worlds of R&B, Soul, Jazz, Funk and Rock are blended under a Blues umbrella. Tickets$25 Advance$30 At the Door Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardianReview our venue FAQ here
Glen Phillips with special guest Laurie Shook (of Shook Twins)
During his years as lead singer and main songwriter of Toad the Wet Sprocket, Glen Phillips helped to create the band’s elegant folk/pop sound with honest, introspective lyrics that forged a close bond with their fans. When Toad went on hiatus, Glen launched a solo career with his album Abulum, and stayed busy collaborating with other artists on various projects including Mutual Admiration Society, with members of Nickel Creek and Remote Tree Children, an experimental outing with John Morgan Askew. “Until recently, I’ve seldom stayed in one place for very long,” Phillips says, explaining the genesis of his new album, THERE IS SO MUCH HERE. “I was lucky during the COVID lockdown to move in with my girlfriend, now wife, and to be home for the longest stretch I’ve had since the birth of my daughter, 20 years ago. I began noticing the little things. After a life of travel and seeking out peak experiences, I began to appreciate sitting still, watching the paint dry and loving it. “I’ve been playing a songwriting game with Texas folk singer Matt The Electrician, for about ten years. Every Friday, he sends out a title. We have a week to write a song that includes it. The process allows me to write songs I wouldn’t write on my own. I’m always surprised at what comes out.” “When my friend John [Morgan Askew] invited me to come up to his studio and make music, I said, ‘Yes’, as I collected a bunch of the new songs and headed up to Bocce Studios, in Vancouver, WA. John invited drummer Ji Tanzer and bass player/multi-instrumentalist Dave Depper along. When we started playing, I wasn’t sure we were aiming for, but as the process unfolded, the songs began to make sense together.” Phillips’ previous solo record, SWALLOWED BY THE NEW, was about grief, a post-divorce outing while THERE IS SO MUCH HERE finds Phillips writing love songs again focusing on gratitude, beauty and staying present. “With this batch of songs, I noticed I was writing hopeful music again. I’d turned the corner and was more interested in curiosity and play than I was in gazing at my navel. I was finally in a state of being that wasn’t about grief and loss. Things felt doable and even exciting again.” Laurie Shook of Shook Twins opens the show Tickets$35 Advance$45 At the Door Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Breabach
Securely ranked among Scotland’s most skilled and imaginative contemporary folk acts, Breabach unite deep roots in Highland and Island tradition with the innovative musical ferment of their Glasgow base. They have released six increasingly acclaimed albums, whilst fuelling their creative appetites in collaborations with many fine artists. Their 17 year adventure has included live performances from Sydney Opera House to Central Park NY. They have racked up an impressive array of accolades including five Scots Trad Music Awards, nominations as ‘Best Group’ in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and ‘European Album of the Year’ in The Songlines Music Awards. The band was nominated as Best Group in the BBC Scotland Trad awards in 2022. Breabach show no sign of slowing their creative endeavours with imminent tours and festival appearances across the UK, Europe and the US to mark the release of their 7th studio album ‘Fàs’ produced by renowned musician Inge Thompson (Karine Polwart, Hen Hoose, Northern Flyway). Breabach are; Megan Henderson (Fiddle, Vocals, Step Dance), James Lindsay (Double Bass, Vocals), Calum MacCrimmon (Bagpipes, Whistle, Bouzouki, Vocals), Conal McDonagh (Bagpipes, Whistle, Vocals) and Ewan Robertson (Guitar, Vocals, Cajon). Acknowledging and respecting the origins of both the music they play and the roots of the band whilst embracing the future with new ideas, energy and belief is a key attribute of the band and has remained a constant theme throughout their 17 years. “As polished as it was passionate, matching fiery intensity with exquisite finesse, this was a magnificent set” The Scotsman ★★★★★ “Breabach are in an electrifying new phase – one that illustrates the band’s strength and interest in experimentation. Exhilarating, energetic and accomplished” Songlines ★★★★ Tickets$25 Advance$30 At the Door Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Renee Terrill – With a Song in My Heart
Join us for a fun night of music! Renee Terrill sings the Great American Songbook with the Mike Horsfall Trio. Inspired by the works of Tin Pan Alley, Big Band music, early Jazz, early Broadway and Hollywood musicals, we look forward to sharing an evening with you exploring the highs and lows of love and romance American Songbook style. We’ll be sharing some of the best songs from the 20’s – 40’s, including songs by our friends Irving Berlin, Harold Arlen, Jerome Kern, the Gershwins, Rodgers & Hart, Jule Styne, Harry James & more! Tickets$20 General Admission$20 Live Stream (Enjoy the show from the privacy of your own device) Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Shawn Phillips with special guest Rhythm DeLucco
Alberta Rose Theatre is proud to present The Legendary Shawn Phillips. The man whom Bill Graham called “The best kept secret in the music business”, who taught Joni Mitchell her first guitar techniques, also taught George Harrison of the Beatles his first lessons on sitar, the man who wrote the music to Donovan’s “Season Of The Witch” and has played with many of the finest musicians in the world including Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood. He’s produced 27 albums and is known around the world for his refusal to bow down to commercialism in the music industry. He has done what many singer/songwriters don’t do, which is to continue to evolve his creative skills in his concerts. When he comes into a venue, he brings the sounds of an entire Symphony Orchestra in real time and plays the songs so many love as close as possible to what was recorded on the albums. All in real time! All solo! He has a powerful new show he is debuting on his 2024 tour. This is a show you do not want to miss! Tickets are going fast, so you should book now.Portland’s own enigmatic singer songwriter, Rhythm DeLucco opens the show. Tickets:$35 Advance$45 At the Door Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Chris Smither – ALL ABOUT THE BONES Album Release with special guest BettySoo
Alberta Rose Theatre is proud to present the legendary Chris Smither.As noted by the New York Times, Rolling Stone, MOJO, NPR, and others, in the decades of travels to All About the Bones, Chris Smither has gone from up-and-comer to journeyman to veteran to icon, and yet the whole time his path has more closely resembled Joseph Campbell’s “Hero with a Thousand Faces”- an unblinking, fearless trek into the depths of struggle and revelation, and a return back to the land of the living, to share the hard-won treasures found along the way. His restlessness is long gone, and his eyes are fixed “where the moonlight falls on some never-to-be-seen horizon” (“Still Believe in You”). The light given off from his music casts our own lives into a sublime and welcome clarity. Austin singer/songwriter BettySoo opens the show. Tickets:$30 Advance$38 At the Door Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Portland’s Funniest Five Showcase
Willamette Week’s annual Funniest Five showcase returns! WW has polled Portland’s comedy insiders—more than 100 comedians, club owners, show producers, podcasters, and comedy fanatics—to determine the funniest folks on the local scene. This year’s five will converge for a night of laughs, hosted by Funny Person, Imani Denae. The lineup won’t be revealed until 1/24 (in our Funniest Five Issue), just four days before the event! But snag your tickets now – this show will sell out! Tickets:$15 General Admission$28 Preferred seating (first 7 rows in the center section – available in advance only)Minors ok with Parent or Guardian Review our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Resonance Ensemble presents A Grain of Sand, Revisited
A Grain of Sand, RevisitedPresented by Resonance Ensemble Close the season with A Grain of Sand, Revisited, a powerful exploration of Asian American activism, solidarity, and identity through music and storytelling. In collaboration with A Thousand Tongues, this concert blends the seminal 1973 protest album A Grain of Sand with new choral works by contemporary Asian and Asian American composers, including Shruthi Rajasekar, Tracy Wong, and Saunder Choi. Co-curated and conducted by Paolo Debuque, Adrianna Tam, and Resonance Associate Conductor Shohei Kobayashi, the program connects past and present, tracing the roots of the term “Asian American” and the enduring lessons of the movement. “…one of the glistening threads in Portland’s colorful choral tapestry…” — Oregon ArtsWatch“…part social commentary, part group therapy, and part best damn choir show in town.” — Oregon ArtsWatch“One of the Northwest’s finest choirs.” — Willamette Week Presented by Resonance Ensemble, Portland’s award-winning vocal ensemble, this concert offers an unforgettable evening of music, reflection, and storytelling. 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
Resonance Ensemble presents North American Indigenous Songbook – West Coast Premiere
North American Indigenous Songbook – West Coast PremierePresented by Resonance Ensemble Discover the West Coast premiere of the North American Indigenous Songbook, a landmark collection of vocal music by Indigenous composers curated by Timothy Long (Eastman School of Music). This bold project brings long-overlooked Native art song into the classical spotlight. Also featured is the premiere of Danielle Jagelski’s (Oneida Nation, Red Cliff Band of Ojibwe) Holy Ground, a choral work exploring resilience, identity, and ancestral memory. Presented by Resonance Ensemble, Portland’s award-winning vocal ensemble, this concert offers a rare opportunity to hear music that is both culturally vital and artistically groundbreaking. “There is no repertoire like this in existence.” — The New York Times “…one of the glistening threads in Portland’s colorful choral tapestry…” — Oregon ArtsWatch “…part social commentary, part group therapy, and part best damn choir show in town.” — Oregon ArtsWatch 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
Resonance Ensemble presents Amendment: Righting our Wrongs
Calling out for human rights. A concert featuring trailblazing composers, poets, and activists showcasing dynamic new works that look to our past to inspire a better future. Join us and be the first to hear the world premiere of From the Book of Sankofa, a new work commissioned by Resonance Ensemble composed by critically acclaimed jazz pianist Darrell Grant (who ‘Gramophone’ calls “a composer of substance”) with poetry by award-winning writer, A. Mimi Sei. The evening also includes:Works by Joel Thompson, known for his powerful choral work Seven Last Words for the Unarmed and his opera The Snowy DayMelissa Dunphy’s Amendment: Righting Our Wrongs, a piece that juxtaposes voices of the founding fathers with those of minoritized women fighting for universal voting rights, including Ida B. Wells and Stacy Abrams.Guest performer Nancy Ives will play cello, both on the Grant world premiere and in the DunphyTaylor Stewart, the visionary founder of the Oregon Remembrance Project, who will share impactful stories throughout the performance, including those of Alonzo Tucker, Oregon’s most widely documented African American victim of lynching. Stewart, known for his thought-provoking TEDx Talk, “How do you reconcile a lynching?,” will also highlight the Oregon Remembrance Project’s groundbreaking work, aiming to reconcile Oregon’s history of racial injustice and pave the way for meaningful social change. For more information about Resonance Ensemble, visit resonancechoral.org Featured Artists, Performers, and PartnersDr. Katherine FitzGibbon, Artistic Director, ConductorShohei Kobayashi, Associate ConductorResonance Ensemble, Vocal EnsembleDarrell Grant, Commissioned Composer (From the Book of Sankofa)A. Mimi Sei, Commissioned Poet (From the Book of Sankofa)Joel Thompson, ComposerMelissa Dunphy, ComposerOregon Remembrance Project, Taylor Stewart (Director) Tickets:$40 Adult$30 Seniors$15 Student/Artist/Veteran$5 Arts for All (available at the door only) Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
