portlandmetroband.org

Where / When

Sanctuary Hall, 1126 SW Park Ave, Portland, Oregon, 97205
Sunday March 9th, 2025

Since 1992

WELCOME TO Portland Metro Concert Band

The Portland Metro Concert Band is a 55-member adult band made up of musicians who enjoy playing and performing wind band literature. Participants range from college students to adult amateurs and retired professionals. They represent many fields of endeavor, including business, education, finance, medicine and nonprofit. All the musicians, including the directors, are volunteers.
The band rehearses weekly from fall through spring, and performs formal concerts at area churches, and local community venues. They also participate in the annual Northwest Adult Band Festival in March when it is active.

History

In 1992, members of the big band at the Milwaukie Elks Lodge, having amassed a large collection of concert band music, formed the Elks Concert Band. Several years later the band changed its name to the Portland Metro Concert Band to better reflect its membership and mission.

The group’s philosophy, taken from its 2013 Bylaws, follows: The Portland Metro Concert Band is committed to community service through giving public performances to the community and providing rehearsal and performance opportunities for local musicians. The band values the community in which it serves, providing both entertainment and enlightenment through quality musical performances and the rendition of great musical literature. The band believes in supporting longtime musicians, as well as in nurturing the re-identification and restoration of dormant musical talents.

Listening & Learning

The Portland Metro Concert Band’s “Listening & Learning” program is focused on fostering both enjoyment and education in musical performances.

Volunteerism

Another key feature of networking within the Portland Metro Concert Band (PMCB) is its commitment to volunteerism and community involvement.

Networking

Networking within the Portland Metro Concert Band (PMCB) creates valuable connections for musicians, educators, and music enthusiasts.

2024 – 2025 Season Schedule

Performance Schedule

PMCB concerts are free admission and are open to the public

Location(s) to come:

The December 15 concert location has changed, and we apologize for the last-minute revision. Please join us in the gymnasium at Centennial Middle School. Parking entrance is at the southwest corner of the property. Enter here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QkJ3eVj4c5ochRCz9 and bear left.

Thursday, March 6th, 2025
Sunday, March 9th, 2025
Sunday, May 25th, 2025
Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025 combined concert with Portland State University Wind Symphony