If you’re looking for something to do tonight to kick off the weekend, don’t forget tonight is First Friday in Downtown Bend and the Old Mill District: when art galleries and other downtown businesses open their doors late for special receptions and art exhibits, and many have live music and free refreshments and wine as well. The overall events run from 5 to 9pm. The Downtown Bend site has a good list of participating businesses, … Continue reading →
The Cascade Winds Symphonic Band has their next free concert coming up on Sunday, March 4th: billed as “An afternoon of Western Music”, the concert will feature music from John Philip Sousa, Ferde Grofe, John Williams, Gustav Holst and more. The concert is taking place at Summit High School starting at 2pm, and is completely free (no tickets necessary) though they do appreciate donations. You can find out more information by calling 541-593-1635. And don’t forget to … Continue reading →
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 run from 5 until 9pm and with the weather we’ve been having lately, I can’t help but think it’s going to be super busy tomorrow night. The Downtown Bend link has a great list of … Continue reading →
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 are completely free and legal collections of MP3s that you can download, so what better way to close out 2011 and start 2012 than with something free? Ben adds, Also at that link: My favorite … Continue reading →
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 Sibelius, Johannes Brahms and more! As always the concert is completely free (with no tickets required) although donations are gratefully accepted. They are also all-ages-appropriate so feel free to bring the kids. The concert should … Continue reading →
Visit www.bendbulletin.com/nearfar
to download The Bulletin's free two-disc compilation Near/Far,
containing the best of 2011 in free MP3s from Central Oregon and national acts!