World-class instruction in Oregon's performing arts capital
Located in the heart of Portland’s performing arts district, the School of Music & Theater at Portland State University is an extraordinary place to realize your potential as a performing artist. Our world-renowned faculty of performers, composers, and scholars is deeply engaged with the community and dedicated to student success. We will challenge you to grow and excel personally and musically as we prepare you to be the next generation of world-changing teachers, performers, scholars, composers, and arts advocates
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To become an undergraduate music major, students must apply to both PSU and the School of Music & Theater in separate applications. Graduate students must apply through the PSU Graduate School application.
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White Nights
White Nights
By Fyodor Dostoevsky
Adapted from the Russian translation by…
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2021-03-05 19:30:00
2021-03-05 20:30:00
White Nights
White Nights
By Fyodor Dostoevsky
Adapted from the Russian translation by Constance Garnett
Directed by Richard Wattenberg
A bittersweet tale of longing and love, this dramatic adaptation of Fyodor Dostoevsky’s short story, WHITE NIGHTS, traces the emotional ups and downs of a reclusive male dreamer and a sheltered young woman who come together during four St. Petersburg summer nights.
In its exploration of social isolation and the desire for human connection the play poignantly speaks to familiar concerns in these COVID-19 times. Don’t miss PSU Music and Theater’s production of this delightfully enchanting and surprisingly pertinent work.
Presented live on YouTube
https://youtu.be/INMSazms3go
School of Music & Theater
music@pdx.edu
School of Music & Theater
music@pdx.edu
America/Los_Angeles
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White Nights
White Nights
By Fyodor Dostoevsky
Adapted from the Russian translation by…
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2021-03-06 19:30:00
2021-03-06 20:30:00
White Nights
White Nights
By Fyodor Dostoevsky
Adapted from the Russian translation by Constance Garnett
Directed by Richard Wattenberg
A bittersweet tale of longing and love, this dramatic adaptation of Fyodor Dostoevsky’s short story, WHITE NIGHTS, traces the emotional ups and downs of a reclusive male dreamer and a sheltered young woman who come together during four St. Petersburg summer nights.
In its exploration of social isolation and the desire for human connection the play poignantly speaks to familiar concerns in these COVID-19 times. Don’t miss PSU Music and Theater’s production of this delightfully enchanting and surprisingly pertinent work.
Presented live on YouTube
https://youtu.be/zG-eu8eQz9s
School of Music & Theater
music@pdx.edu
School of Music & Theater
music@pdx.edu
America/Los_Angeles
public
PSU Percussion Ensemble Concert
The PSU Percussion Ensemble present their winter concert, streaming live…
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2021-03-07 23:00:00
2021-03-05 12:29:26
PSU Percussion Ensemble Concert
The PSU Percussion Ensemble present their winter concert, streaming live to our Facebook page. Pieces will include works by Caroline Shaw, Stephen Whibley and "Double Music", a historic percussion work composed by John Cafe and Lou Harrison.
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Joel Bluestone
bluestj@pdx.edu
Joel Bluestone
bluestj@pdx.edu
America/Los_Angeles
public
PSU Jazz Virtual Series: Michelle Willis
Join the Portland State University Jazz Area for our weekly PSU Jazz…
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2021-03-10 15:00:00
2021-03-10 15:50:00
PSU Jazz Virtual Series: Michelle Willis
Join the Portland State University Jazz Area for our weekly PSU Jazz Virtual Series. Each week features a world class artist engaging in lecture and conversation with students and faculty.
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Singer-songwriter Michelle Willis has found unique ways to thrive artistically, at home and online, during a year of suspended live music. She will join the PSU Virtual Jazz Series to share her experience with students on March 10.
Prior to launching a solo career, British-born, Canadian-raised musician/songwriter Michelle Willis amassed an impressive résumé through a variety of collaborations and work as a session keyboardist and background singer for the likes of David Crosby, Becca Stevens, Laura Mvula, and the Zac Brown Band. After studying jazz and honing her chops on the Toronto piano bar scene, Michelle relocated to Brooklyn, New York and released her debut solo record, See Us Through.
Written as in the mindset of being Michelle's music is inspired by years spent singing in choirs, and a love affair with the style and song craft of Joni Mitchell, Paul Simon, Donny Hathaway, Shawn Colvin, The Beatles, Elliot Smith, Carole King and Ray Charles.
See Us Through was released in 2016 on GroundUP Music / Verve. Since then, while maintaining a non-stop touring schedule as a member of David Crosby's two bands, Lighthouse and Sky Trails, and the Becca Stevens Band, Michelle has maintained a monthly residency at New York City's Rockwood Music Hall. Her most recent songwriting work can be heard on the new David Crosby album, Here If You Listen. The album is a collaboration of songwriting and performance by David, Michelle, Becca Stevens and Michael League, released in 2018 on BMG.
Michelle is currently working on a new double record of live and studio performances, due for an early 2021 release. She is a touring member of two bands led by David Crosby (Lighthouse and Sky Trails), as well as the Becca Stevens Band.
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Sherry Alves
alves4@pdx.edu
Sherry Alves
alves4@pdx.edu
America/Los_Angeles
public