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Got tickets for @dessadarling.bsky.social w/ The Oregon Symphony show in November LETSGOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. Can't believe I'll finally get to see a Dessa orchestra show in my own city!!!

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Photo of an orchestra with a large movie screen above the stage

Final preparations for tonight’s annual Gala 🌹

Grateful to have our Artist-in-Residence Simone Porter join us for this special evening with our Board and donor community 💚

6pm Celebration Concert 🎶
7pm Gala Dinner Portland Art Museum 🍴
9:30pm Late-Night Party 🥂

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Events today! Classical Up Close - Free Concert at Powell's Burnside at 1:30pm and Caroline Tracey in Conversation With Erica Berry at Powell's Burnside at 7pm. More info: https://www.powells.com/events

#portlandevents #authorevent #powellsevents #powellsbooks

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A poster with concert information for 4/20 3pm @ East Portland Community Center and 4/21 7pm @ Trinity Church of Portland

A poster with concert and repertoire information for 4/21 7pm concert at Trinity Church of Portland

Join us for Francaix Octet at two Classical Up Close events next week! The pop up features the entire piece, and the evening concert features movements 1, 2, & 4. Both concerts have time for audience questions 🎻📯

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Image of a poster for a Classical Up Close performance 4/15 @ 11am at Fleur de Los Bakery & Cafe

Today in NE Portland—Classical Up Close! See all the events for this year’s festival here www.classicalupclose.org/events.html

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A very special program this week - Ravel Piano Concerto with Ingrid Fliter & the complete Daphnis & Chloe with our wonderful Principal Guest Conductor Jun Märkl 🎶✨

Can’t wait to share this music with our audiences in Salem tonight and Portland this weekend!

🎫 tickets @oregonsymphony.bsky.social

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The exterior of the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on Broadway in downtown Portland, Oregon, photographed on a clear autumn day. The venue's iconic large teal and white vertical "Portland" marquee sign dominates the facade of the historic brick building. The theater's marquee below reads "Oregon Symphony — Haydn & Strauss — Oct 30 - Nov 1, 2021." Autumn trees in golden and orange foliage frame the street, and a cyclist rides past in the foreground. The Heathman Hotel is visible further down the block, with modern glass office towers rising behind the historic building against a clear blue sky.

The Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on Broadway in downtown Portland, Oregon, advertising an Oregon Symphony performance of Haydn and Strauss, October 2021.

#photography

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yes indeed I have suggestions:
1. skip Multnomah falls, visit crown point and Bridal Veil falls
2. Timberline Lodge for dinner and an overnight
3. Jory for dinner in wine country, after visiting Bethel Heights, Colene Clemens and Coria
4. the Schnitz for an Oregon Symphony evening....

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Director of Orchestra Personnel | Oregon Symphony Portland, Oregon, As our Director of Orchestra Personnel , you will play a central role in ensuring the seamless coordination of all musician-related activities. Your leadership will connect artistic priorities with operational execution, supporting musicians, conductors, and staff in delivering exceptional performances. Here’s how you’ll make a difference: Lead the day-to-day coordination of orchestra personnel operations, ensuring rehearsals and performances run smoothly and in alignment with artistic goals. Assign musicians to services in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), collaborating closely with the Music Director and VP/General Manager. Prepare and manage program rosters, ensuring accuracy and clear communication across all stakeholders. Maintain and engage a strong roster of substitute and extra musicians to meet artistic and operational needs. Oversee auditions and tenure review processes, ensuring compliance with the CBA and a positive candidate experience. Negotiate and issue contracts for regular, acting, substitute, and extra musicians. Administer musician leave processes and anticipate staffing needs, proactively identifying coverage gaps and associated costs. Serve as a primary liaison among musicians, Union representatives, and management, fostering clear communication and strong working relationships. Interpret and administer the CBA consistently, addressing concerns and resolving issues in collaboration with HR and organizational leadership. Supervise and support the development of the Assistant Orchestra Personnel Manager. Manage budgets related to extra and substitute musicians, balancing artistic needs with financial stewardship. Coordinate payroll-related processes and reporting in partnership with Finance and HR, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. Oversee logistics for runouts and tours, including travel and lodging coordination. Provide on-call support to address time-sensitive personnel or operational needs that arise during orchestra services. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the Symphony’s artistic work is supported by thoughtful, responsive, and well-coordinated personnel management. If you’re excited to work at the intersection of artistry, operations, and people, we’d love to have you on the team. If this role interests you but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. For the right individual, we’re open to hiring at a slightly lower level with a clear path for development and growth. How to Apply: If you’re ready to bring your organizational skills and positive attitude to the Oregon Symphony, we would love to hear from you. Please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@orsymphony.org with the job title in the subject line. Qualifications: At least three years of experience as an Orchestra Personnel Manager or in a similar role; experience as a performing musician preferred. Strong knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreements and the needs of professional musicians. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to navigate complex situations with diplomacy and professionalism. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and working knowledge of OPAS. Experience with budgeting and forecasting processes preferred. Ability to troubleshoot logistical and operational challenges effectively, including those related to performance environments.

In the Jobs Center: Director of Orchestra Personnel | Oregon Symphony

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Vice President / Senior Director of Operations & General Manager | Oregon Symphony Portland, Oregon, The Oregon Symphony is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to serve as our Vice President or Senior Director of Operations & General Manager . This role sits at the intersection of artistry and execution—ensuring that the Symphony’s artistic vision is translated into seamless, high-functioning, and sustainable operations. As a key member of the senior leadership team, this role aligns musicians, staff, and external partners around shared goals while overseeing orchestra operations, labor relations, and long-term planning. This role may be filled at either the Senior Director or Vice President level, depending on the scope of leadership experience and strategic impact demonstrated by the selected candidate. Here’s how you’ll make a difference: Partner with the President & CEO and senior leadership to shape and execute organizational strategy, with a focus on operations, orchestra personnel, and long-term sustainability Provide strategic guidance on policy, labor, and operational matters across the organization Lead long-range and annual planning processes, including development and oversight of the orchestra calendar Represent Operations in Board and leadership settings, communicating priorities, risks, and progress. Oversee the planning and execution of all orchestra activities, including concerts, rehearsals, tours, recordings, and community programs Ensure compliance with safety, accessibility, and contractual requirements across all performance and rehearsal environments Support the realization of artistic programming across Classical, Popular, Presentations, Education/Community Engagement, and external partnerships Lead execution of electronic media projects (e.g., recordings, broadcasts) in partnership with Artistic leadership Oversee musician personnel strategy in partnership with Artistic leadership and the Director of Orchestra Personnel, including auditions, hiring, and contract administration Lead labor relations strategy, including negotiation, administration, and interpretation of collective bargaining agreements for musicians and stagehands Foster strong, collaborative relationships with musicians, union representatives, and staff Resolve complex personnel and labor-related matters in partnership with Orchestra Personnel, Production, and HR Lead budgeting and forecasting for orchestra operations and programs Ensure alignment between artistic priorities and financial sustainability Oversee resource allocation and cross-departmental coordination to support efficient execution Lead, develop, and support operations, production, and library staff, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture Support staff development and succession planning Build and maintain relationships with venues, contractors, and community partners Advance organizational commitments to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility How to Apply: If you’re ready to bring your organizational skills and positive attitude to the Oregon Symphony, we would love to hear from you. Please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@orsymphony.org with the job title in the subject line. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. Minimum of 8 years of related experience in arts management, orchestral operations, or a related field. Demonstrated experience with labor relations and union negotiations; strong understanding of collective bargaining agreements. Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives. Strong leadership presence, emotional intelligence, and the ability to build trust and motivate diverse teams. Proficiency in OPAS and advanced Microsoft Office skills; experience with project management tools is a plus. Familiarity with orchestral repertoire and production environments preferred. Senior Director level: $110,000 – $120,000 Vice President level: $160,000 – $170,000 This role may be filled at either the Senior Director or Vice President level, depending on the scope of leadership experience and strategic impact demonstrated by the selected candidate.

In the Jobs Center: Vice President / Senior Director of Operations & General Manager | Oregon Symphony

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✨️We have SakuraCon at home✨️
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Lil #OregonSymphony #KimetsuNoYaiba Bday gift from the best insect hashira @flightlesskale.bsky.social
Thank you for the shenanigans friend 😂💛
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#DemonSlayer #Cosplay #Orchestra #PortlandOR

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A crowded sidewalk with a lit-up theater marquee in front of the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall advertising “Oregon Symphony: Demon Slayer” on April 4. The sign is framed by trees and buildings.

Concert hall with an orchestra on stage beneath a large screen showing the four main characters from Demon Slayer and the text "Demon Slayer in Concert": Inosuke raising his swords, Zenitsu in a yellow robe looking frightened, Nezuko with claws out ready to fight, and Tanjiro in his usual green-and-black checkered robe starting to draw his sword. The scene is vibrant, with a purplish ornate curtain above and blue-lit orchestra below.

For a bit of lighter news....managed to make it down to Portland last night for the Demon Slayer in concert show. It was super fun and now I wanna rewatch the anime yet again. It covered the most epic music/scenes from Season 1 and then ended with a bit of the Mugen Train arc.

#demonslayer

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Please see our message addressed to our friends in the Boston Symphony Orchestra.

Leaving artists out of artistic decisions is not the way.

We stand with the BSO Musicians

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How about the Oregon Symphony WITH the Indigo Girls a few years back? 🙌 Good times! #livemusicrocks

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Your fav band you’ve seen live?

I am too old to have favorites. There are too many good things.

But the Indigo Girls are amazing live. Also the Oregon symphony. Also almost every band I’ve heard live. Live music rocks.

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Oregon-Based Musicians Make Music with Hawai’i Symphony Orchestra - Symphony In Friday’s (3/27) Oregon Arts Watch, James Bash writes, “Oregon musicians play everywhere—even in the furthest reaches of the Pacific … That’s what I found when I recently travelled to Honolulu to hear the Hawai’i Symphony Orchestra in a concert on March 8. On tap was a performance of Mendelssohn’s Midsummer Night’s Dream … in... Read more »

New from Symphony: Oregon-Based Musicians Make Music with Hawai’i Symphony Orchestra

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Oregonians making music in Hawai’i • Oregon ArtsWatch Speaking with three Oregon musicians who travel regularly to O'ahu to perform with the Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra in Honolulu.

Speaking with three Oregon musicians who travel regularly to O'ahu to perform with the Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra in Honolulu.

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As a composer and longtime principal cellist of the Oregon Symphony, Ives brings a performer’s sensitivity and a sharp feminist lens to her work, illuminating the pressures and silences that shaped women’s lives in Beethoven’s world.

#WomensHistoryMonth #TakeAStand

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Nancy Ives: Immortal Beloved (Happily Ever After, 2025 💕)

Inspired by Beethoven’s unsent letter, Immortal Beloved looks past the mystery toward the women history obscured. Ives uses collage, cryptograms, and character studies to imagine their voices, brought to life by violinist Denise Dillenbeck.

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Last week was a special reunion for our piccolo @musicactually.bsky.social & his former teacher, Marina Piccinini! Zach studied w/ Marina at Peabody Institute before he joined the OSO in 2012

It was wonderful to share the stage w/ Marina as she gave a marvelous rendition of the Ibert concerto ✨

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I have a viola joke but it's mid

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I have a Beethoven joke but it falls on deaf ears

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Alexander Malofeev - Glinka: A Farewell to Saint Petersburg: The Lark YouTube video by MalofeevVEVO

I saw Alexander Malofeev play with the Oregon Symphony last fall & I was absolutely blown away. He just released his first album & everything I’ve heard on it so far is gorgeous. 🎹

Playing piano like this at any age is incredible but he’s only 24!!!

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Ben Rector is here 🤩

One night only!
7:30pm
📍Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland

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The Cultural Landscape: Part 26 • Oregon ArtsWatch Photographer K.B. Dixon portrays clarinetist/composer James Shields, actor & director Meghan Daaboul, multi-disciplinary artist Melissa Monroe, actor & playwright Francisco Garcia, and writer/editor Marcelle Heath.

Photographer K.B. Dixon portrays clarinetist/composer James Shields, actor & director Meghan Daaboul, multi-disciplinary artist Melissa Monroe, actor & playwright Francisco Garcia, and writer/editor Marcelle Heath.

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Oregon Symphony CEO Paul Snyder on the Coming Season and Expansion of Audiences - Symphony In Tuesday’s (2/24) Willamette Week (Portland, Oregon), Christen McCurdy writes, “Paul Snyder stepped into the CEO role at the Oregon Symphony last summer after a five-year stint at the Tillamook County Creamery Association. For most of his career, Snyder worked in hospitality … working his way up through Marriott and Intercontinental Hotels Group. But he’s... Read more »

New from Symphony: Oregon Symphony CEO Paul Snyder on the Coming Season and Expansion of Audiences

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Mozart & Vivaldi’s Four Seasons with Grammy-nominated mandolinist Avi Avital at the Oregon Symphony tonight was excellent 😍

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So, I’ve seen Vivaldi’s 4 Seasons performed over the course of 60+ years at probably a dozen or more symphonies & this was a unique & wonderful performance tonite by the Oregon Symphony featuring Avi Avital on mandolin (doing the trad violin leads).
An amazing evening. A challenging program. Thx!

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PSU Brings Tony-Award Winning Musical "Spring Awakening" to the Stage YouTube video by KATU Lifestyle

Our very own Zach Galatis @musicactually.bsky.social appeared on AM Northwest to talk about the musical he is directing at Portland State University!

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Vice President for Development | Oregon Symphony Association Portland, Oregon, Join the Oregon Symphony Team as our Vice President for Development! As our Vice President for Development, you will serve as a key strategic leader and ambassador for the Oregon Symphony’s philanthropic vision. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, you will guide and inspire a comprehensive fundraising program that fuels our artistic excellence, community impact, and long-term sustainability. Here’s how you’ll make a difference: Develop and lead a bold, multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with the Symphony’s mission, vision, and strategic plan. Drive major gifts, annual giving, institutional support, planned giving, and campaign initiatives with clarity, confidence, and measurable results. Partner closely with the President & CEO and Board leadership to cultivate and secure transformational six- and seven-figure gifts. Lead and complete our current campaign while shaping long-term strategy for future endowment growth. Personally manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors, building meaningful, high-touch relationships throughout Portland and the region. Elevate donor engagement through inspiring experiences that connect supporters directly to the artistic mission and impact of the Symphony. Serve as staff liaison to the Board Development Committee, providing strategic insight and empowering trustees as philanthropic ambassadors. Foster a culture of philanthropy across the organization, collaborating seamlessly with artistic, operational, and community-facing teams. Lead, mentor, and strengthen a talented development team, investing in professional growth, performance metrics, and a culture of accountability and excellence. Strengthen development infrastructure, including prospect management systems, reporting tools, stewardship protocols, and budget oversight. This role is pivotal in shaping the Symphony’s future. If you are a strategic, relationship-driven leader who thrives on building community through philanthropy, we invite you to help conduct the next chapter of our growth. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership in fundraising, with demonstrated success setting and exceeding ambitious goals. Proven track record in major gifts fundraising and campaign leadership, including direct solicitation at the six- and seven-figure level. Deep knowledge of best practices in annual, major, institutional, and planned giving. Strategic, metrics-driven thinker with the ability to design and execute comprehensive fundraising initiatives. Strong leadership experience managing and motivating high-performing teams. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust among trustees, donors, staff, and community stakeholders. High degree of integrity, discretion, and professionalism. Familiarity with CRM systems (Tessitura preferred) and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle. Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed. Passion for the arts; knowledge of classical music is a strong plus. We Offer: A senior leadership role within a respected and mission-driven arts organization. The opportunity to shape the philanthropic future of a leading cultural institution. A collaborative, values-driven team environment where strategic leadership is deeply valued. The ability to make a lasting impact on the artistic and cultural life of our region. Salary Range: $160–$180k Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability insurance, and a 403(b) retirement plan. The Oregon Symphony is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. How to Apply: If you’re ready to lead with vision, strategy, and heart, we would love to hear from you. Please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@orsymphony.org with “Vice President for Development” in the subject line.

In the Jobs Center: Vice President for Development | Oregon Symphony Association

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