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HDCM Pop-Up Concerts Features the Spotlight Chamber Players and Alumni! Free Outdoor Series for the Community Kicks Off This Weekend High Desert Chamber Music proudly presents their fourth season of “Pop-Up Concerts!” around town. These performances are FREE to attend and open to all.  Each concert will last approximately twenty minutes and will feature the Spotlight Chamber Players and alumni.   The series kicks off on Sunday, June 16, 2:00 pm, at Looney Bean Coffee in Downtown Bend featuring this season’s Spotlight Chamber Players. Arrive early to grab your favorite coffee or beverage!  On Sunday, June 23, 3:00pm, join us at Bellatazza Plaza in Downtown Bend, you can catch Spotlight Chamber Players alumnus, violinist Mateo Garza, who returns to Bend after completing his first year pursuing a Master's degree at the San Francisco Conservatory. He will perform a solo violin program featuring works by Bach, Ysaye, Prokofiev, and Wieniawski.  In July on Wednesday, July 17, 2:00pm, Spotlight Chamber Players alumnus violinist John Fawcett will be back in Bend after receiving his Master's degree from the Cleveland Institute of Music this year. He will be performing works by Sarasate and more. For information about upcoming dates and locations, please visit HighDesertChamberMusic.com or call 541-306-3988.

Now You’re Talking One-Acts 2024! Silent Echo Theater Company will present “Now You’re Talking” One-Acts 2024 June 20-23 at Sisters Middle School, 15200 McKenzie Hwy, Sisters OR.  The evening will feature eight one-acts, two of which are written by Susan Raley and Sara Freedman, both from Bend. The actors and directors are from Sisters, Bend, Redmond and Terrabonne.  Performances will take place Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are $25 general admission and $22 for seniors (62+) and students. They are available at boldtypetickets.com. For more information visit www.silentechotheatercompany.org.

Sound Fourth! You are invited to the Fifteenth Annual Sound Fourth! Concert presented jointly by Cascade Horizon Band and the Festival Chorus and dedicated to the memory of Mervin K. and Sally J. Fleming. To commemorate the nation's birthday we will play a variety of celebratory tunes, selections from the great American songbook, and there will be an opportunity for the audience to sing along with the chorus! Don't miss a fun and festive afternoon! When:   3 PM, Thursday, July 4 Where:  Caldera High School Auditorium 60925 SE 15th Street Bend, OR  97702 If you would like to play with us, contact us on our website, www.cascadehorizonband.org, message us on Facebook, or email us at chbmailing@gmail.com.  Better yet, come talk to any of us at the concert! Our concerts are free to the public but your donations are greatly appreciated. All donations to the 501(c)3 non-profit Cascade Horizon Band are tax deductible.  You can make your donations at our concert or online at: www.cascadehorizonband.org.

Raise the Baton: The Elements of Music! OVER $700,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO CENTRAL OREGON’S ADVANCED YOUNG MUSIC STUDENTS 15 accomplished young musicians age 13-24 have been awarded scholarships from Sunriver Music Festival. Young Artists Scholarship awards are for private music lessons, summer music camps/conservatories, or for college tuition up through one master's degree. Fiona Curley, soprano, age 20 Aurora Dixon, mezzo soprano, age 16 Mateo Garza, violin, age 24 Aaron Goyal, guitar, age 17 Spencer Holliday, 18, age piano Juliana Ives, oboe, age 16 Carly King, soprano, age 24 Ian McNally, oboe, age 13 Lucinda Mone, mezzo soprano, age 19 Megan Nave, violin, age 13 Jacob Nenow, piano, age 20 Noah Ochander, trombone, age 23 Halle Phay, piano, age 17 Gabriel Reed, piano, age 24 Matthias Santucci, piano, age 19 Throughout its 29-year history, Sunriver Music Festival’s Young Artists Scholarship program has awarded over $700,000 in scholarships to 172 exceptional young classical music students from throughout Central Oregon. In 2024, $35,800 was awarded.  “Raise the Baton: The Elements of Music” is the party raising funds so this vital support for the next generation of musicians can continue. This year’s fundraiser is Sunday, July 14 at 5:00 PM in Bend at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon and will feature performances by advanced scholarship recipients Gabe Reed, piano; Matthias Santucci, piano; Fiona Curley, soprano; Lucinda Mone, mezzo soprano, and Mateo Garza, violin. “In addition to the performances, Raise the Baton offers intriguing glimpses into the myriad elements that create world-class orchestra concerts in Bend & Sunriver each summer,” said Executive Director Meagan Iverson, “Raise the Baton participants help make the music happen!” Continuing a treasured tradition, the paddle raise at this event directly funds the Young Artists Scholarship Program. Sure to be a lively evening, hosted by Maestro Brett Mitchell and local personalities Dr. Stephen Marshall & Brett Bizik, tickets available now at sunrivermusic.org or call 541-593-1084. Sunriver Music Festival’s 2024 summer season will be held in Bend and Sunriver from August 10-23. Concerts are at the iconic Tower Theatre in downtown Bend and the historic Great Hall at Sunriver Resort. Artistic Director & Conductor Brett Mitchell will lead world-class orchestra musicians and acclaimed soloists in a remarkable 47th season with a theme of “Classical Elements.” For details and tickets, visit sunrivermusic.org. ### Sunriver Music Festival is a year-round nonprofit presenting world-class orchestral performances and supporting music education throughout Central Oregon. Through a commitment to excellence, collaboration and innovation, the Festival seeks to foster a lifelong love of classical music in its many diverse forms. | sunrivermusic.org

SUNRIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL’S 2024 SUMMER SEASON! TICKETS FOR SUNRIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL’S 2024 SUMMER SEASON GO ON SALE JUNE 1 August 10-23, 2024, Sunriver Music Festival will fill Central Oregon with world-class music. Artistic Director & Conductor Brett Mitchell leads professional orchestra musicians and acclaimed soloists in a remarkable 47th season held in two venues, the iconic Tower Theatre in downtown Bend and Sunriver Resort’s historic Great Hall. Tickets for all events go on sale Saturday, June 1, and can be purchased online at sunrivermusic.org or by phone at 541.593.9310. Distinguished Soloists: Pianists Joyce Yang & Orion Weiss; Violinist Tessa Lark More info to come!

SEEKING PIANIST!   As our wonderfully talented contemporary worship pianist heads off to college, we find ourselves seeking his replacement, to begin mid July if possible. Affirming, fun, inclusive environment. Includes playing for one Sunday service per week and an evening rehearsal every other week.  Karen Sipes, music@bendumc.org Director of Music and Arts, Bend Church

High Desert Chamber Music Reports Record-Breaking Year!   High Desert Chamber Music (HDCM) is excited to announce that the 2023-24 season was our most successful yet! With a remarkable increase of over 100% in season ticket holders, the award-winning HDCM Concert Series delighted packed houses all season in Central Oregon. This year included the very successful premieres of the Fauré Quartett from Germany and the unique and versatile Sakura Cello Quintet. Our annual Valentine’s Day concert featured the popular Aviara Trio and continues to be a special event draw for our audiences. Another highlight was our first-ever commissioned work by composer Chris Thomas, premiered here in Bend and later in Salem’s Night of A Thousand Lights series. The Crown City String Quartet also recorded this piece at Wille Hall, Central Oregon Community College, for future distribution. Our Annual Gala eclipsed previous records for both attendance and funds raised, ensuring the continuation of our Educational Outreach programs at no cost to students, teachers, or schools in Central Oregon. HDCM co-presented masterclasses with the Cascade School of Music featuring esteemed musicians Mark Kaplan and David Kaplan. School visits included performances for students of Summit High School, High Desert Middle School, and Caldera High School. Our Spotlight Chamber Players program featured a string quartet and a violin/guitar duo, who will kick off our summer Pop-Up Concerts on Sunday, June 16, at 2:00pm at Looney Bean Coffee (Father’s Day!). HDCM also received a record number of grants from the Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation, James F. & Marion L. Miller Foundation, Starseed Foundation, Oregon Arts Commission, TourWest, Juan Young Trust, Clark Foundation, and the Deschutes Cultural Coalition. These funds support our touring performers, Educational Outreach programs, new work commissions, recordings, and general operations. "I am thrilled with HDCM's current standing," says Executive Director Isabelle Senger. "Our audience's appreciation, our invaluable business and individual partnerships, robust foundation support, and our dedicated Board, staff, and volunteers have all contributed to our tremendous success. I am extremely proud of what we have achieved and am eagerly looking forward to the future." Looking ahead, HDCM will launch a new series, the HDCM Celebrity Recitals, debuting in July with a performance by one of America’s foremost violinists, Stefan Jackiw. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the start of High Desert Chamber Music's 17th season on Sunday, July 28, at 4:00pm at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. High Desert Chamber Music’s mission is to bring world-class chamber music and musicians to Central Oregon. As the premier and leading chamber music organization in the region, HDCM offers an exciting roster of professional performing artists.   Contact:  541.306.3988 / info@HighDesertChamberMusic.com / 961 NW Brooks St. (Downtown Bend)

Thank You For an Incredible Season! What an incredible season we've had. We were thrilled to welcome over 10,000 attendees to our main Fall, Winter, and Spring concert series, Chamber Concerts, Music in Public Places performances, Music Masters Series recitals, and our Virginia Riggs Children's Concert. We capped off the season with a fun raffle, and a stunning marimba concerto performed by Britton-René Collins making the finale unforgettable.  Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm. We can't wait to see you next season. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Changes Are Afoot As many of you know, we have proudly held our performances at Bend Senior High School for many years. However, due to the ongoing construction of the new Bend High and the remodel of the auditorium, we will likely need to find an alternative venue for our concerts for the next four years. This poses a challenge, as no other local auditorium matches the 1400-seat capacity of Bend High, with most alternatives maxing out at around 600 seats. Rest assured, we are committed to maintaining our tradition of bringing top-notch performances to Central Oregon, as we have done for over 55 years. Your membership and support are more crucial now than ever as we navigate this transition.   Thank you for being a valued member of our community. Make sure to follow our social media accounts for the latest updates.   Membership is Now Open For The 2024-2025 Season. Renew Today!

Sing with Operabend! We are always welcoming new local singers to our chorus and recital roster. Even if you’ve never sung opera before, we welcome singers of varying levels and experience.* We just ask that you come with a positive attitude and willingness to learn! Our next opportunity to participate will take place in the fall (specifics to be announced at a later date). *Please note that the ability to read music is highly preferred, but we do provide ear training resources for part learning.

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