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BEAT the Heat starts 6/16 - Don't miss out! BEAT Children’s Theatre is registering now for theatre summer camps!  Do you have a kiddo who loves to sing and dance?  Or one who has always wanted to try stage combat?  Or a true comedian?  Or a young teen trying to find a way to make the world a better place?  This summer we have something for everyone. Click here to see all our camp listings and register now! Sign up here!

Bend Pops Celebrates American Music & Composers! Join us Sunday, June 15, as Pops celebrates American music and American composers! We’re featuring the music of John Philip Sousa, George M. Cohan, Tim Shackelton, David R. Gillingham, Scott Joplin, and more. We’re also celebrating well-loved American folk music and music made famous by the legendary Louis Armstrong. Not to be missed! In addition to our orchestral program, we welcome pianist extraordinaire Gary Ruppert, a jazz and classical performer and music educator.  Gary will be performing The West Side, his own arrangement of music by Leonard Bernstein. He will also be performing Eric Ewazen’s Pastorale for flute, horn, and piano along with Pops musicians Cathy Biber and Lisa Hakesley.  Admission is free, as always, and you will enjoy fresh home-baked treats and coffee at intermission. Concert Details Sunday, June 15 at 2:00 PM Mountain View HS 2755 NE 27th St, Bend Free admission! (Donations gratefully accepted) Would you like to help us by volunteering at a concert?  We need volunteers to help with hospitality before the concert and during intermission.  Please contact us at info@bendpops.org if you can help us out!  Thank you! Our concerts are free to the public, but your contributions are greatly appreciated.  All donations go directly to bringing our music to the people of Central Oregon.  Donations to the 501(c)3 non-profit Bend Pops Orchestra are tax deductible.  You can make donations at our concerts or give online at BendPops.org.  Thank you for your continued support! Feel free to contact us: Email: info@bendpops.org Phone: 541.241.8767

Sing with Sound Fourth 2025! 🎶 Sound Fourth – A Patriotic Celebration in Song! If you are interested in singing, CLICK HERE for more information and to sign up. All singers are welcome! Join us for Central Oregon’s favorite Independence Day tradition – Sound Fourth! Led by Christian Clark, Artistic Director and Conductor of the Central Oregon Mastersingers, this joyful, family-friendly concert brings the community together in a spirited celebration of America through music. Featuring: Cascade Horizon Band Festival Chorus Rousing performances of Battle Hymn of the Republic, America the Beautiful, God Bless America – and more! Patriotic classics, show tunes, movie music, and joyful sing-alongs Concert Location: Caldera High School Date: Friday, July 4th Time: 3:00 PM Whether you’re singing along or soaking in the spirit of the holiday, Sound Fourth is the perfect way to kick off your 4th of July celebrations. Admission is free! Bring your family, your friends, and your voice!

SUNRIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW! 48th SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: AUGUST 2-13, 2025 IN BEND & SUNRIVER, CENTRAL OREGON From August 2-13, 2025, Sunriver Music Festival presents its 48th season in two spectacular, historic Central Oregon venues—the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend and the Sunriver Resort Great Hall. Performances feature world-class orchestra musicians and renowned soloists, led by Artistic Director & Conductor Brett Mitchell. The Festival includes four classical concerts, a pops concert, and a family concert, each with the full Festival Orchestra and featured soloists of great acclaim, plus a solo piano concert. The summer concert series opens August 2 at the Tower Theatre and closes August 13 at the Sunriver Resort Great Hall. Tickets at sunrivermusic.orgor call 541-593-9310. Sunriver Music Festival also presents free music education events and masterclasses during these two weeks in August. Most orchestra rehearsals are free and open to the public.   The Raise the Baton fundraising party is on June 21 at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon in Bend. Help make the music happen while enjoying performances and conversations with Young Artists Scholarship recipients—some of Central Oregon’s most advanced young musicians. Hosted by Maestro Brett Mitchell and emceed by local personalities Dr. Stephen Marshall and Brett Bizik, this is sure to be a fun evening, with a silent auction, paddle raise, entertainment, and delicious dinner and drinks. Visit sunrivermusic.org today to reserve your seat. The Raise the Baton paddle raise directly funds the Young Artists Scholarships. June 6 is the Young Artists Scholarship Concert. This free concert is an inspiring hour featuring several of this year’s impressive scholarship recipients. Free admission for all, 7 PM, Community Bible Church at Sunriver, 1 Theater Drive.   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. Visit sunrivermusic.org for more information.

OperaBend presents  Rossini's The Barber of Seville! Join us as our season concludes with a grand production of Rossini's The Barber of Seville.  Sung in Italian (English supertitles) with a full orchestra and chorus conducted by Michael Gesme, this comedic masterpiece will be brought to life in a new production set in Bend! June 20th at 7pm and June 22nd at 3pm Doors open 30 min prior. Pre-concert talk 60 min prior. Mountain View HS in Bend. Tickets Available here!

SUNRIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL Raise the Baton Fundraiser! Sunriver Music Festival’s annual fundraising party, Raise the Baton is Saturday, June 21 at 5:00 PM in Bend at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon. Reserve your table today at sunrivermusic.org for a delicious night of music and dining. Hosted by Maestro Brett Mitchell, the event features performances by Central Oregon’s finest young musicians. The Raise the Baton auction will include the season's original art by acclaimed photographer David Young-Wolff, plus the opportunity to bid on/sponsor the elements of music: featured soloists, orchestra musicians, individual musical works, and more. The auction and sponsorship opportunities will be entertainingly emceed by local personalities Dr. Stephen Marshall and Brett Bizik. “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. “Continuing a treasured tradition, the paddle raise at this event directly funds the Young Artists Scholarship Program. By participating in Raise the Baton, you directly support the future of music!” Throughout its 30-year history, Sunriver Music Festival’s Young Artists Scholarship program has awarded almost $750,000 in scholarships to exceptional young classical music students from throughout Central Oregon. In 2024 alone, 15 musicians aged 13-24 were awarded a combined total of $35,800 in scholarships to aid with expenses related to college tuition or private music lessons. Tickets are $125 per person, and includes dinner, complimentary wine and soft drinks, and performances. To save your seat (or table of 8 – table reservations get special perks!), visit sunrivermusic.org, email tickets@sunrivermusic.org or call 541-593-1084. Sunriver Music Festival’s 2025 summer season will be held in Bend and Sunriver from August 2-13. Events 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 soloists in a remarkable 48th season. 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

SING WITH US! Looking for a fun and inspiring way to make music this summer?  Join our Summer Choir—a relaxed, welcoming community where voices of all levels come together to sing, connect, and celebrate the joy of music!  Over the course of a few weeks, we’ll explore a heartwarming lineup including Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah,” “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” Coldplay’s “Fix You,” the soulful “Down to the River to Pray,” and more crowd favorites.  No auditions, no pressure—just good vibes, great music, and a community of people who love to sing! June 23 - August 17 Click here for more information and to register!

SOUND FOURTH! Friday, July 4th from 3 to 5 PM Caldera High School https://cascadehorizonband.org/ Join the Cascade Horizon Band and the Festival Chorus to celebrate the 4th of July with your community. Directors Sue Steiger and Christian Clarke lead this concert at Caldera High School. Sing along, honor our country and be a part of a Bend tradition. Bring your family for the inspirational “The Battle Hymn of the Republic”, “The Thunderer” march, “Salute to the Armed Forces”, “Down By the River”, “God Bless America” and more. This rousing concert is FREE and a great way to spend the afternoon. The concert is free, but donations are appreciated and will help us continue the music.

High Desert Chamber Music Boasts Another Record-Breaking Year! High Desert Chamber Music (HDCM) is thrilled to announce that the 2024-25 season was another record-breaking success! The award-winning HDCM Concert Series played to packed houses all season long in Central Oregon.  This year marked the exciting launch of the HDCM Celebrity Recital Series, debuting with one of America’s foremost violinists, Stefan Jackiw. The season also featured the successful Central Oregon premieres of Trio Con Brio Copenhagen from Denmark, Telegraph Quartet from San Francisco, andJeffrey Kahane’s stirring rendition of Johann Sebastian Bach’s Goldberg Variations – a first performance for the region. Beloved return engagements by Frank Almond and Boston’s Neave Trio rounded out the dynamic season lineup. HDCM’s Annual Gala set new records for attendance and fundraising, directly supporting our Educational Outreach programs, which remain entirely free for Central Oregon students, teachers, and schools. Thanks to Educational Outreach Sponsor Brooks Resources Corporation, this year’s outreach included a co-presented masterclass with the Cascade School of Music led by renowned pianist and scholar Jeffrey Kahane, as well as school visits to Bear Creek Elementary and Seven Peaks School.  The Spotlight Chamber Players program featured a diverse array of ensembles – including a string quartet, guitar/cello duo, guitar/voice duo, and violin duo - who delivered their final feature performance at Touchmark at Mt. Bachelor Village. HDCM secured a number of grants from the Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund, Starseed Foundation, Oregon Arts Commission, Creative West (formerly WESTAF), and the Deschutes Cultural Coalition. These funds provide critical support for artist touring, Educational Outreach programs, and general operations. " We’re honored and energized by the community’s ongoing support and enthusiasm,” says Executive Director Isabelle Senger. "This season has been a testament to the power of live music and its ability to connect and inspire." Looking ahead, HDCM will celebrate its 18th season this Fall. The HDCM Concert Series will continue with the expanded Celebrity Recital series - full details to be announced in August. High Desert Chamber Music’s mission is to bring world-class chamber music and musicians to Central Oregon. HDCM presents an acclaimed series of classical chamber music concerts featuring an exciting roster of professional performing artists. Join us in our eighteenth season and experience the impact that live musical excellence can bring to our community!   Contact:  541.306.3988 / info@HighDesertChamberMusic.com / 961 NW Brooks St. (Downtown Bend)

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