Hilary Tann was a trailblazing artist that carved her own path and persisted in making meaningful music that would receive international recognition. Today we celebrate Tann's legacy and her contributions to our artistic world.
Held to high regard as a composer, pianist, and educator throughout his life, Tomáš Svoboda was a true musical force, whose contributions to the artistic community of Portland and beyond have cemented him as a [...]
A co-inventor of the famous Moog Synthesizer and a dedicated composer, author, educator, and performer, Herb Deutsch’s legacy leaves an indelible imprint on the history of music, one in which we reflect on today.
The opening movement of Marie Nelson Bennett’s English horn concerto Excursions (2004) is an almost perfect microcosm for her extraordinary musical accomplishments. Stately and confident, the movement’s initial brass fanfare is decidedly mid-century in style, reflecting [...]
Dennis Kam’s obituary notes the Hawaii native will be remembered for “wearing aloha shirts…loving the color green, playing tennis, [and] tai chi practices,” a touching tribute that adds winsome detail to Kam’s international education in music [...]
Dwight Beckham grew up in the countryside of Lamont OK, and spent his 64-year career as a trumpeter, band director, and composer in Hesston KS, another small town barely more than 100 miles from his birthplace. [...]
Philip Koplow lived a musical life defined by strong connections with others. Deeply involved in his Northern Kentucky community, Koplow composed works for an incredible range of local ensembles, from professional symphonies to music theater troupes [...]
