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HarmonyHome Workshop: Where Musicians Find Their Address.
Embarking on the journey of purchasing your first home as a self-employed artist can be a thrilling yet daunting endeavor. Step into a realm of possibilities and knowledge at the vibrant intersection of real estate and music. The JWF proudly presents: HarmonyHome Workshop: Where Musicians Find Their Address.
The 3rd Annual George Harrison Celebration at Revolution Hall
Portland, OR - October 21, 2023, Mark Bowden, of SonicButter/PDX, presents The 3rd Annual George Harrison Celebration. Sponsored by The Jeremy Wilson Foundation and co-hosted by The Alberta Abbey and MusicPortland, the concert brings together more than 30 prominent Pacific Northwest musicians to reprise George Harrison’s legendary triple album, All Things Must Pass, combined with highlights from The Concert For Bangladesh (1971), live on stage at Revolution Hall.
The Every Artist Has a Story Project Ep 012
Lenanne Miller was born to sing, but her talent was not discovered by her father, Norman Sylvester, until she was in college.
The Every Artist Has a Story Project EP 011
Rich Layton is a musician's musician. His distinctive style is instantly recognizable to rock and roll fans.
Knot Springs announces 2023 Summer Concert Series
Knot Springs, Portland’s wellness social club, today announces its Summer Concert Series featuring intimate performances from Portland’s THREEDOM, Isabeau Waia’u Walker, Alexis Mahler, AC Sapphire, and Greaterkind. Concerts take place on the Knot Springs patio every Thursday in August, from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.
Tevis Hodge Jr. finds musical inspiration in past centuries
With mentors ranging from his mom, Melody, to Baby Gramps, Ural Thomas and Norman Sylvester, Tevis Hodge Jr. performances span the history of blues from the earliest country styles to electric.
Rae Gordon and Friends and a message of hope
When talented, compassionate Portland musicians gather in the studio to craft a song of hope, magic happens. Blues musician Rae Gordon got the idea – and her friends ran with it and made it their own. Read about the making of “It Will Not Last.”
Tony TC Coleman: The Soulful Drummer
During 300 shows drumming with B.B. King, Tony TC Coleman learned the meaning and value of the blues. The lessons stayed with him – as he’ll teach us during his July 3 show at the Waterfront Blues Festival. Read our interview with Tony and find out what he has to say about drumming and the blues.
Blues Fest Cares: a partnership from the heart of Portland
Since 2021, the Waterfront Blues Festival has included the JWF Musician Health & Services Program as one of two organizations benefiting from the Blues Fest Cares program. Christina Fuller, event organizer, told us why the festival and the foundation are such a great fit.
Portland and the Piedmont Blues
We don’t get to hear a master of the Piedmont Blues guitar style very often. That’s why Mary Flower is in such demand – and why she is invited back year after year to the Waterfront Blues Festival. Read about Mary here.