Wednesday, May 27, 2026

NEWS FLASH: Bend Pops Orchestra Invites YOU!

 

Bend Pops Orchestra Invites YOU to:
Masterclasses and Popspourri!


First up on June 2nd & 5th: Masterclasses

Featuring: Guest composer, Dr. Jennifer Stevenson

Composition & Arrangement
June 2, 2026, 6:30 - 8:30PM
COCC Barber Library, West Reading Room

Ever wondered how composers shape musical ideas into full pieces? Curious about how arrangements are crafted for different ensembles?

Join this interactive experience designed for musicians of all experience levels.

Small Ensembles
June 5, 2026, 6:30 - 8:30PM
Mountain View HS Auditorium

 

Then, on June 7th: Popspourri!

Join us for our spring concert! We have an eclectic mix this go round — a veritable “potpourri” of musical goodness! From the popular music genre we have "Journey’s Greatest Hits" and Gloria Estefan’s "Let’s Get Loud." From the land of movie music, we offer "How to Train Your Dragon," John Williams’ ever-popular "Cantina Band" from Star Wars, and "Somewhere in Time," from the 1980 film of the same title starring Christopher Reeve and Jane Seymour.

We’re also carrying over our winter concert hits with the video game theme "Super Mario Bros 3 – Overworld." Rounding out the mix is Soon Hee Newbold’s majestic"Angel City," and Jeffrey Bishop’s mysterious "Aethelinda" (meaning “dragon” in Old English). The highlight of our program will be the premiere of a work commissioned by the Pops from composer Dr. Jennifer Stevenson, written especially for the orchestra, entitled "Return to Joy."

Sunday, June 7, 2:00PM
Mountain View High School 2755 NE 27th St, Bend
As always, admission is free! (Donations gratefully accepted.)

Discover the skills behind successful ensemble rehearsals and performances as Dr. Stevenson coaches groups from Bend Pops Orchestra. Whether you are a musician or simply love listening, this lively session is sure to be enjoyable for all.

Both events are FREE

For more information:
www.bendpops.org | @bend.pops.orchestra

We’d love to know if you’re planning to join so we have enough snacks, but last minute attendees also welcome!
bendpopsorchestra@gmail.com

Sing out!  Play on!

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