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The Sound of Stars

Local pianist Paula Dreyer wants everyone to enjoy classical music in an exciting new setting,a winter forest
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Paula Dryer takes center stage on Saturday, Jan. 27 with a performance that promises to capture the artist’s life journey through her music. Born out of a rich tapestry of experiences, Dryer’s piano prowess has been shaped by an array of influences from classical training to improvisational skills that she continues to work on with […]

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California Drivers

Central valley bluegrass ensemble Boot Juice explores genre-blending “new-grass” music while maintaining a respect for the creative traditions of the genre
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Since the band’s inception in 2017, and following three successful albums released in 2019, 2021 and 2023, a nine-piece new-grass band from California’s central valley known as Boot Juice has quickly gained traction as a party-starting crew that explodes on stage — driving its performance and fans effortlessly between cosmic blues music infused with New […]

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Tender Heart

Ashland-native Bekkah McAlvage doesn’t mind the moonlight miles that come from hitting the Oregon highways to perform. In fact, it’s a welcome respite from teaching.
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Country-folk singer/songwriter Bekkah McAlvage draws inspiration from the raw beauty of the Southern Oregon region where she lives, infusing her music with echoes of forests, rolling hills and the untamed spirit of the outlaw country troubadour. With a command of country, folk and indie elements, McAlvage showcases her soulful and haunting voice in every song, […]

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Going Lightly with Robot Mushroom

Three talented musicians harness lifelong energy and experience to form a new band for the modern times
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With an eclectic fusion of indie-pop melodies and soulful lyrics, new indie band Robot Mushroom has recently begun making waves in the Bend music circuit. The band’s fusion of soul-stirring melodies, rhythmic beats and heartfelt lyrics is poised to leave an indelible effect on the audience and marks the beginning of a new age in […]

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Source Material: 5 songs for 2024

To usher in the new year, songs that can help center, inspire and motivate
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The new year is a lovely time, as the shedding of the past year can often feel like a fresh breath and a chance to start anew. Many take up spirited resolutions or, if you’re like me, promise to think of one and then just end up cutting out ice cream for a month. Regardless […]

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3 of We

A new and exciting local band is comfortable on the cutting edge of sonic exploration
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3 of We is a three-piece rock band loaded with talented local musicians who united on a mission to harness high-quality music that makes listeners feel alive and expands their horizons for the past four years. “Why do we do what we do? To bring people together so you can groove and be happy,” the hard-rocking […]

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“Deadhead” of the Year

Call Down Thunder’s bassist, Chip Fieberg, cracks the lid on the local touring tribute band and the upcoming end-of-the-year show
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For a proper celebration of music, energy and the end of the year, renowned Grateful Dead tribute group, Call Down Thunder, will light up the stage with euphoric rhythm on Friday, Dec. 29, at 7pm. With the shindig going down at the Domino Room, this music/community event promises an unforgettable experience for both die-hard “Deadheads” […]

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Patrick Lamb’s Venn Diagram of Happiness

Having brought premier artists such as Eric Darius, Haley Reinhart and The Lao Tizer Band to Bend, Lamb has helped cement Jazz at the Oxford’s status as a premier jazz event
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Jazz at The Oxford has embodied the essence of musical innovation and tradition in Bend since its inception over a decade ago. The changing lineup of artists slated yearly is renowned for fusing timeless jazz melodies with contemporary resonance, mastery over their instruments and an innate ability to craft music that captivates the soul. At […]

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Keeping Tempo

Bend native and award-winning drummer Adam Carlson taps bassist Tom Freedman for an evening with the Adam Carlson Trio
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The Adam Carlson Jazz Trio performs contemporary jazz on Saturday, Dec. 23 at 6pm. Tom Freedman is an accomplished musician who dedicated most of his professional life to his passion for jazz music. In speaking with him, Freedman mused on jazz’s culture/subculture and his time as a working musician in Portland. “I grew up in […]

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Bluegrass and New Grass

Railroad Earth drummer Carey Harmon on the band’s beginnings and its two decades recording
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Railroad Earth is a seven-piece new-grass band known for its song-crafting abilities, impeccable bluegrass production quality and infectiously electric energy during live shows. For over two decades, these New Jersey musicians have been providing lovers of the bluegrass genre a wealth of music. I spoke with Carey Harmon, the drummer for the band, before a […]

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