Feb
21
7:00 PM19:00

Nothing Gold: Like a Petal

Join Nothing Gold for our second concert as we explore themes of nature and ephemeral beauty. This concert features the premiere of a 3-piece set, also called Like A Petal, by San Francisco-based composer Nicholas Weininger, setting texts by Robert Frost (including the group’s namesake poem, Nothing Gold Can Stay), Sara Teasdale, and Edna St. Vincent Millay. It also features Ralph Vaughan Williams’ stunning, textural orchestral piece, re-set for eight voices + violin, The Lark Ascending.

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Mar
2
to Mar 3

Lake Washington Symphony Orchestra: Education Concerts

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Excited to perform as concertmaster with the Lake Washington Symphony Orchestra for their annual Education Concerts.

Join the Lake Washington Symphony Orchestra for our Annual Education Concert — a lively, welcoming performance designed for young audiences, families, and anyone looking for a meaningful community event. This free concert features engaging orchestral music from around the world, highlighting the many cultures that make the Eastside such a vibrant place to live. It’s an easy, uplifting way to experience live music and spend a morning together.

March 2 and 3, 10:30

Overlake Christian Church9900 Willows Rd NE, Redmond, WA, United States

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Mar
7
2:00 PM14:00

NOCCO: Origins

Cindy Cox*+ - Dreaming a world's edge

Robert Schumann - Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 54, I. Allegro affettuoso

2025 Concerto Competition Winner: Isabel Yang, Piano

Felix Mendelssohn - Symphony No. 1

Join us for a vibrant evening of orchestral discovery and youthful brilliance. The concert opens with Cindy Cox’s Dreaming a world's edge, a richly textured and imaginative soundscape that explores the boundaries between the real and the surreal. Next, we spotlight the rising talent of tomorrow with a performance by NOCCO’s 2025 Concerto Competition Winner—an exciting opportunity to witness a gifted young soloist take center stage. The evening concludes with the energetic charm and classical elegance of Felix Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 1, a remarkable early work that showcases the composer’s precocious genius. This program promises inspiration, innovation, and unforgettable music-making

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Mar
7
8:00 PM20:00

Music at St. James: Pärt’s Passio

Arvo Pärt's Passio
St. James Cathedral Cantorei & Chamber Orchestra
conducted by Joseph Adam

Jesus: Benjamin Harris, bass-baritone
Pilate: Carson Truett Lott, tenor
Evangelist: Natalie Ingrisano, soprano; Sarah Larkworthy, alto; Chad DeMaris, tenor; David P. Hoffman, bass

Cantorei, the professional vocal ensemble of St. James Cathedral, with chamber orchestra, sings Arvo Pärt's masterwork Passio.

This unique and meditative setting of the St. John Passion is a pinnacle of Arvo Pärt's tintinnabulicompositional style. Sung in Latin, the work is scored for solo baritone (Jesus), solo tenor (Pilate), solo vocal quartet (Evangelist), choir, violin, oboe, cello, bassoon, and organ. The harmonies, though stark and minimalist, are deeply moving. Pärt once commented, "I could compare my music to white light which contains all colors. Only a prism can divide the colors and make them appear; this prism could be the spirit of the listener." The splendid acoustic and sacred space of St. James Cathedral, Seattle, adding another dimension to this prism, deepens the emotional impact of this masterwork.

"Tintinnabuli is the mathematically exact connection from one line to another…tintinnabuli is the rule where the melody and the accompaniment [accompanying voice]…is one. One and one, it is one—it is not two. This is the secret of this technique." – from a conversation between Arvo Pärt and Antony Pitts recorded for BBC Radio 3 at the Royal Academy of Music in London on 29 March 2000, as printed in the liner notes of the Naxos Records release of Passio.

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Mar
14
7:30 PM19:30

Northwest Sinfonietta: Sky & Stone - Tacoma

Yaniv Attar conductor

Angelique Poteat Pebble Conglomerate (World Premiere)
Rautavaara Cantus Arcticus, Concerto for Birds and Orchestra
Beethoven Symphony No. 6, Pastoral

Northwest Sinfonietta brings the wonders of the great outdoors inside the concert hall with Sky & Stone. This innovative and collaborative program opens with a newly commissioned piece by NWS clarinetist Angelique Poteat inspired by the famous Chuckanut Formation near Bellingham, Washington. Next we transform the hall into the bogs and frozen tundra of the Arctic with Rautavaara's concerto for birdsong and orchestra, Cantus Arcticus. Beethoven's pastoral Symphony No. 6 concludes the concert with its bubbling brook, thunder storm and joyful country gathering. Northwest Sinfonietta is partnering with Tacoma Tree Foundation, Tahoma Bird Alliance, Spaceworks Tacoma and Tacoma Youth Symphony for this performance.

Saturday March 14, 2026 @ 7:30

Rialto Theater, Tacoma

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Mar
21
to Mar 22

Blessed Sacrament: Stabat Mater

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Looking forward to leading a baroque orchestra along with Assistant Director of Sacred Music, Caitlin Hennessy, and Staff Singers Yuhao Zhang, Emili Rice, and Nori Heikkinen to perform settings of the “Stabat Mater” by Pergolesi and Scarlatti.

Saturday, March 21, 2026, 7:30pm

Sunday, March 22, 2026, 3:00pm

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Feb
4
8:00 PM20:00

Death Stranding: Strands of Harmony

Embark on a journey to connect with fellow Porters through the power of music, and come together to celebrate the music of DEATH STRANDING live.

Experience an orchestra and singers perform the most unforgettable songs from the series by Ludvig Forssell, Low Roar and other artists, while synchronized HD videos play on screen to relive Sam Porter Bridges’ encounters, farewells, fierce battles, joys, and sorrows—allowing audiences to relive the stories of DEATH STRANDING and DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH through music.

Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026

The Paramount Theatre

Doors at 7pm

Show at 8pm

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Jan
24
to Jan 25

Northwest Sinfonietta: Wayfarer

Michelle DeYoung, mezzo-soprano

Claude Debussy — Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune ("Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun")
Gustav Mahler — Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen ("Songs of a Wayfarer")
Nokuthula Ngwenyama — Primal Message for string orchestra
Felix Mendelssohn — Symphony No. 4 in A major, Op. 90 "Italian"

Journey to musical landscapes with Wayfarer. We'll delve into Debussy's hazy, sun-drenched Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun and ride interstellar waves in Nokuthula Ngwenyama's Primal Message. Renowned mezzo-soprano Michelle DeYoung will embody Mahler's beautiful and deeply personal song cycle, Songs of a Wayfarer; and we close with Mendelssohn's Italian travelogue, Symphony No. 4, brimming with vibrant colors of the Mediterranean.

SATURDAY EVENINGS AT 7:30PM IN TACOMA
OR
SUNDAY AFTERNOONS AT 2PM IN PUYALLUP

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Jan
10
1:00 PM13:00

Nordic Chamber Music: Denmark

Seattle-based guitarist Mark Hilliard Wilson will explore the beauty of Danish music written for the six-stringed guitar. From solo works to collaborations with friends on a myriad of instruments this concert is sure to strum all the right chords.

Stay after the Ballard concert for delicious Danish treats, compliments of our partners, the Northwest Danish Association.

Featuring:

  • Mark Hilliard Wilson, guitar

  • Evan Pengra Sult, flute

  • Elizabeth Phelps, violin

  • Rachel Yoder, clarinet

  • Josie Zoroco, piano

  • Michael Tavani, cello

  • Bonnie Whiting, percussion

  • Scott Fikse, conductor

On the program:

  • Four Rhythmical Pieces & Rituals by Lars Hegaard

  • and more works for guitar by Danish composers

Concert duration: 60-75 min
Doors open at 12:15 pm in Tacoma and 1:15 in Ballard

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Dec
23
to Dec 28

Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker

Peak into the pit at McCaw Hall and you’ll catch a glimpse of me in the orchestra for Pacific Northwest Ballet’s annual production of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker.

“George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® returns to brighten your holidays! Experience the sparkle, dancing, music, and magic that only The Nutcracker can bring. We’ll be decking the halls (McCaw Hall, that is) and putting on the greatest show in town, all you need are your tickets. Gather your friends and family for the Northwest’s favorite holiday tradition, a treat you’ll savor all season long.”

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Dec
19
7:30 PM19:30

Seattle Bach Festival performs Bach’s Christmas Oratorio

Embrace the joyous spirit of the season and start a new tradition with the Seattle Bach Festival’s presentation of J.S. Bach’s magnificent Christmas Oratorio (Weihnachts-Oratorium), parts 1, 2, and 3. Immerse yourself in this radiant masterpiece, a collection of cantatas designed to be performed during the Christmas season. From triumphant fanfares featuring trumpets and timpani to tender lullabies and glorious choruses, Bach’s genius shines through in every movement. Experience the captivating narrative of the Nativity story, told with unparalleled musical richness and emotional depth.

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Dec
12
to Dec 14

Portland Baroque Orchestra: Handel’s Messiah

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Celebrate the season with the glorious sounds of Messiah! Handel’s beloved oratorio comes to life once more, performed on exquisite period instruments just as
it was meant to be heard. From the triumphant Hallelujah to the soaring arias and stirring choruses, this is Messiah in its full, breathtaking splendor.

Under the dynamic guest direction of Jos van Veldhoven, this year’s performance promises to be an unforgettable musical event. With world-class soloists and the vibrant debut of Portland Baroque Voices infusing every note with passion, power, and soul-stirring emotion, this Messiahwill be a truly transcendent experience.

Fri, Dec 12, 2025 | 7:00 PM

Sat, Dec 13, 2025 | 3:00 PM

Sun, Dec 14, 2025 | 3:00 PM

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Oct
25
7:30 PM19:30

Northwest Sinfonietta

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Yaniv Attar conductor
Kinan Azmeh clarinet

Johann Strauss II Tales from the Vienna Woods
Schubert Symphony No. 2
Jacobsen/Aghaei Ascending Bird
Kinan Azmeh Suite for Improvisor and Orchestra

Join us in October for music and merriment! A mini Oktoberfest opens the concert—local beers from Camp Colvos paired with Viennese favorites by Schubert and Johann Strauss II, the Waltz King. The party continues on the second half with the radiant Ascending Bird, followed by acclaimed clarinetist Kinan Azmeh performing his own, electrifying Suite for Improvisor and Orchestra.

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Oct
18
7:00 PM19:00

Portland Baroque Orchestra: Ground Bass

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A few repeating notes. Infinite possibilities. PBO explores how Baroque composers built entire musical worlds upon a ground bass—the steady heartbeat of their music. Beginning with Purcell’s delicate chamber works and Pachelbel’s iconic Canon in D, the program expands into the vibrant orchestral textures of Muffat, Albinoni, Vivaldi, and Handel.

Whether playful, elegant, or profound, these pieces remind us that repetition is not stagnation but a foundation for endless invention.

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Oct
10
7:30 PM19:30

Epiphany Seattle: Bach & Vivaldi

The Epiphany Choir & Orchestra
Zach Hemenway, conductor

Danielle Reutter-Harrah, soprano
Brigid Lucey Miletich, soprano
Jay Carter, countertenor
Lyon Stewart, tenor
Zachary Lenox, baritone
Jillon Stoppels Dupree, harpsichord

Experience the joy of Vivaldi’s Gloria, the radiant choruses of Bach’s Cantata 147 (Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben) including Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring, and the dazzling virtuosity of Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 5. Performed by the Epiphany choir, baroque orchestra, and amazing soloists, this program showcases the vitality, beauty, and spirit of these Baroque favorites. 

Program:

Brandenburg Concerto No.5 in D major, BWV 1050 – Johann Sebastian Bach
Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147 –Johann Sebastian Bach
Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 11, No. 2, RV 277 “Il favorito” – Antonio Vivaldi
Gloria in D Major, RV 589 – Antonio Vivaldi

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Sep
27
7:30 PM19:30

Port Angeles Symphony Orchestra

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Lisa Bergman, narrator

Franziska Pietsch, violin

Jonathan Pasternack, conductor

Port Angeles Symphony Orchestra

Port Angeles High School Choirs

John Lorentzen, director

Sequim High School Choirs

Florin Baros, director

SMITH/DAMROSCH  The Star-Spangled Banner

COPLAND  Hoedown, from Rodeo

CUSTER  Star Trek Through the Years

KORNGOLD  Violin Concerto

BRITTEN  Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra

BERNSTEIN  Make Our Garden Grow from Candide

WARD  America the Beautiful

MONCAYO  Huapango

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Jul
12
3:00 PM15:00

Whidbey Island Music Festival- The Siren’s Call: Venetian Baroque and the Sea

Join the Whidbey Island Music Festival for an enchanting evening of Venetian Baroque music, where the timeless allure of the sea takes center stage. From the tempestuous fury of Vivaldi’s concertos, evoking crashing waves and stormy skies, to the sensuous and romantic melodies of gondola songs, this concert captures the beating heart of Venice's maritime soul.

Just as Venice's history is inextricably linked to its lagoon, Whidbey Island's spirit is shaped by its coastline. You’ll experience the maritime heritage of Venice through the exquisite artistry of Baroque masters, and celebrate the eternal connection between Venice and the sea.

From Campra’s Carnaval de Venise, Vivaldi and Torelli’s exquisite concertos, arias by Hasse and popular gondola songs from the 18th century, this is a trip to Venice you can make all in one afternoon!

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Jul
3
7:30 PM19:30

Oregon Bach Festival: Mass in b minor

Universally considered Bach’s crowning achievement, the profound and astounding Mass is the summation of a lifetime of work. It took decades to complete and remains a testament to Bach’s faith and artistic virtuosity.

OBF Ripieno Ensemble
OBF Baroque Orchestra
Rowan Pierce, soprano I
Clara Osowski, soprano II
Ulrike Malotta, alto
Thomas Hobbs, tenor
Peter Harvey, bass
Jos van Veldhoven, conductor

This concert will also be performed at Mount Angel Abbey on July 5 and Kaul Auditorium in Portland on Sunday, July 6. Tickets for Mount Angel are available through Hult Center and tickets for Kaul Auditorium are available through that venue.

Artists, dates, times, repertoire, and venues are subject to change.

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Jun
27
7:30 AM07:30

Oregon Bach Festival: Beethoven’s First Akademie

On April 2, 1800, Beethoven self-produced a benefit “Akademie” concert in Vienna showcasing his talent as both composer and pianist. The program featured his Symphony No. 1 and marked his entry into Vienna’s elite music scene. The evening included works from Beethoven’s predecessors, Mozart, Haydn, and Bach. OBF artistic partner, Jos van Veldhoven, conducts the OBF classical Orchestra and Bewick Academy, side-by-side, in celebration of the 10th anniversary of the OBF Berwick Academy for Historically Informed Performance.

W.A. Mozart    Adagio – Allegro from Symphony No. 39 
J.S. Bach    Prelude and Fugue in F Minor, BWV 534 
Beethoven    Prelude in F Minor 
Haydn        “Auf starkem Fittiche schwinget sich der Adler stolz” from The Creation
Beethoven    Adagio – Allegro con brio from Septet 
Haydn        “Holde Gatten, dir zur Seite” from The Creation 
Beethoven    Romance No. 2 
Beethoven    Symphony No. 1
 
Berwick Academy Orchestra 
OBF Classical Orchestra 
Rowan Pierce, soprano 
Peter Harvey, bass 
Augusta McKay Lodge, violin 
Jonathan Oddie, fortepiano 
Jos van Veldhoven, conductor

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