Category Archives: Music

First Friday (Feb 2012)

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Jon

It’s First Friday and Art Walk in Downtown Bend and the Old Mill District tomorrow: art galleries and other businesses stay open late to showcase art and often live music, and many also offer complimentary food and wine. The festivities … Continue reading →

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Near/Far: Start out 2012 with free music

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Jon

Each year Ben Salmon (the Bulletin’s music writer) compiles a big list of the year’s songs in a compilation called “Near/Far“ that comprises 18 songs by national acts, and 18 songs by local acts. The best part is that these … Continue reading →

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Free Cascade Winds Symphonic Band, Sunday 12/4

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Jon

This Sunday, December 4th, the Cascade Winds Symphonic Band has their latest free concert, An Afternoon of Sacred Music, at Summit High School starting at 2pm. This concert will feature music from Alfred Reed, J.S. Bach, David R. Holsinger, Jean … Continue reading →

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First Friday (Oct. 7)

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Jon

Tonight is First Friday downtown, but it’s not just the usual monthly Art Walk, it’s also the Fall Art Hop—many other businesses than just the galleries will be open late, featuring artists’ works and very often free wine, snacks, and … Continue reading →

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Bend Roots Revival (2011)

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Jon

This weekend is the biggest free music event in Central Oregon: the Bend Roots Revival (Facebook page), the “festival that celebrates and showcases the diverse musical, artistic and cultural character of our community” which spans three days, the 23rd through … Continue reading →

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