Oregon Symphony

Experience Alfred Hitchcock’s iconic thriller live in concert as Bernard Herrmann’s string-only score brings a palpable tension to the film that takes the already unsettling story to a new level of terror.

Michael Gordon’s cross-cultural Natural History, Beethoven’s vivacious first symphony, Stravinsky’s experimental wind-and-brass ‘symphonies’, and a premiere by Oregonian Grace Miedziak comprise this celebration of the Pacific Northwest.

Powaqqatsi is an artful cinematic experience that speaks to the impact of modernization and industrialization on traditional ways of living. Enjoyed alone or as the second in The Qatsi Trilogy, you won’t want to miss this thought-provoking performance from The Philip Glass Ensemble with the Oregon Symphony and conductor Michael Riesman.

Singer, rapper, and author Dessa joins the Oregon Symphony for an evening of soaring song ballads, writerly pop songs, and rap anthems. Don’t miss this landmark performance, presented in collaboration with Literary Arts as an extension of the Portland Book Festival.

Experience Portugal. The Man’s unstoppable alt-rock energy in two electric performances, amplified by the power of their hometown orchestra.

When a mountain meets a visiting bird named Joy, its life changes forever. Witness this heartwarming story of friendship and love as the Oregon Symphony performs Caroline Shaw’s musical interpretation of the book, live with narration!