Portland Baroque Orchestra

08/28/2026

Six weeks until we officially open the season!
We can't wait to see you for the 2026/27 season.
Join us for Great. Music. Period.

https://pbo.org/2026-27-season

08/25/2026

Baroque vs. Classical: Bach vs. Bach — A
Clip from Our All Ages Concert

J.S. Bach's intricate Baroque counterpoint meets C.P.E. Bach's bold, expressive Classical turns. Hear the difference for yourself.

Same last name, different world. Can you tell the difference when you hear J.S. Bach and his son C.P.E. Bach performed side by side?

08/20/2026

With sadness we bid farewell to Harry van der Kamp. The Dutch bass singer passed away this week and we already feel the loss. We had the pleasure of working with him in 2014. Here is a clip of us rehearsing for that program (The Vocal Concerto - except by J.C. Bach).

08/20/2026

With sadness, we bid farewell to Harry van der Kamp (1947–2026).

Dutch Bass Harry van der Kamp died this week at the age of 79.

Born in Kampen, Van der Kamp first studied law and psychology in Amsterdam and then went on to study singing with Elizabeth Cooymans and Max van Egmond at the Amsterdam Sweelinck Conservatory.

Van der Kamp also founded the Gesualdo Consort Amsterdam in 1984 and performed madrigals of the 16th and 17th century and composers such as Carlo Gesualdo, Emilio de’ Cavalieri and Scipione Lacorcia.

We had the pleasure of working with him in 2014. Please enjoy this short clip of that program.

http://pbo.org Harry van der Kamp sings virtuoso works for bass v...

08/17/2026

Do you know the perfect next leader for our organization?

Portland Baroque Orchestra has partnered with ZRG Aspen Leadership Group in the search for an Executive Director.

You may view the position prospectus or submit an application via this link: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/8771

08/13/2026

A little throwback to when PBO shared a special version of the Hallelujah Chorus from Messiah when the Portland Timbers won the MLS Cup!

08/11/2026

Did you see this month's Baroque Enquirer?
We have all of our single tickets up for sale.
Opportunities to volunteer.
And some great music events filling out the end of the summer.
Check it out!
https://mailchi.mp/pbo.org/the-baroque-enquirer-feb-5385920?e=f8d4bbdc5c

08/08/2026

Baroque Violin vs. Modern Violin — A Clip from PBO's All Ages Concert

Same instrument family, two completely different stories. In this clip from Portland Baroque Orchestra's All Ages Concert (November 15, 2025), Concertmaster Carla Moore and violinist Toma Iliev demonstrate the differences between the Baroque violin and its modern counterpart.

Hear how differences in construction, strings, and setup shape distinct sounds — from the gut strings and shorter fingerboard of the Baroque instrument to the steel strings and higher tension of the modern violin. Carla and Toma also explore how each instrument was designed for different settings and playing styles, and how technique and bow hold shifted along with the instrument itself over time.

This clip is from our All Ages Concert, designed to introduce early music to listeners of every age and experience level — no background required, just curious ears.

Featuring:
Carla Moore, Concertmaster, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Toma Iliev, Violinist, Portland Baroque Orchestra
Julian Perkins, Artistic Director

Same instrument family, two completely different stories. In this c...

08/03/2026

Looking for more great music? Perhaps ... with wine?
The Willamette Valley Chamber Music Festival returns for its 11th season, "Inventing America," August 8–23, across three Dundee Hills wineries: Appassionata, Archery Summit, and Sokol Blosser. Marking the country's 250th anniversary, this season centers on composer-in-residence Lei Liang, whose work runs alongside classical masterworks throughout the summer. Each evening pairs live chamber music with a curated wine tasting. PBO subscribers can take 20% off tickets with code BAROQUE26, and guests attending opening weekend, August 8–9, will receive a free CD.

Promo code: BAROQUE26
Link: https://www.wvchambermusic.org/our-2026-season

08/01/2026

It's finally time! Single tickets for the entire 2026/27 Season. This includes all the chamber concerts, Messiah performances, and the All Ages Concert. Grab your tickets today and prepare for some great music and memories! https://pbo.org/2026-27-season/