The Oregon Bach Festival presents Beyond Borders, a powerful concert exploring how music tells the story of America. Across generations, composers displaced by war, persecution, or political upheaval found refuge in the United States, bringing new voices and traditions with them. This stirring program highlights the power of art to survive and flourish through tumult, […]
Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate is a dedicated American Indian classical composer and pianist who expresses his native culture in symphonic music, ballet, and opera. His compositions have been commissioned by major North American orchestras and ensembles, and his works are performed throughout the world. Oregon Bach Festival 2026 presents the world premiere of his Friendship Songs […]
Experience five days of action-packed rodeo performances June 30 to July 4 at the St. Paul Rodeo, featuring professional rodeo athletes competing for more than half a million dollars in prize money, carnival rides, food vendors, shopping, live entertainment, and refreshments in our Tack Room Saloon and Outpost Bar. Don’t miss the July 4th parade […]
America is a land of many traditions, cultures, and voices that come together to create something entirely new. In this special collaboration, the Oregon Bach Festival and Chamber Music Northwest honor our country’s incredibly diverse musical heritage and rich tapestry of traditions by weaving Dvořák’s American Quintet with groundbreaking works by the innovative Henry Cowell […]
Journey across America with two powerful musical visions. Antonín Dvořák’s beloved ‘New World’ Symphony captures the excitement and yearning of a land of promise. Inspired by American landscapes and folk tunes, it blends soaring melodies and lush orchestration to paint a majestic musical portrait of discovery and enduring spirit. The profound and nostalgic work is […]
The Greater Yamhill County U.S. Semiquincentennial Celebration honors 250 years of American independence, civic responsibility, and service. The event highlights the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the hard-fought Revolutionary War that secured our freedom, connecting those historic acts of courage to the continuing service and sacrifices of veterans who have defended that freedom […]
The Sounds of Liberty Program celebrates the Declaration of Independence, the Liberty Bell, and the ideals they represent. Join the Sons of the American Revolution for a reading of the Declaration of Independence, followed by ringing the Liberty Bell replica located on the grounds of the Oregon State Capitol in honor of the original 13 […]
The Mt. Angel Chamber of Commerce presents a full day of festivities beginning at 11am with an old fashioned parade starting at JFK High School. The fireworks celebration will kick off at 8pm with the Marion County Citizens Band performing an array of classic pieces. GiggleBritches the clown will be providing balloon twisting for the […]
Celebrate the 4th of July at the Seaside Museum. The 4th of July Old Fashioned Social includes kids games, music, food, and the very popular Cake Walk to win a beautifully decorated cake to enjoy with your BBQ. Celebrate the Declaration of Independence and learn what it says about our liberties and rights. This event […]
