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Portland's Winter Concerts Celebrate Diverse Composers and Cultures

1/8/2026

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Portland's winter classical music season spotlights works by Native American, Latino, Asian American, Black, and women composers, signaling a broader inclusivity in the arts.
The Pyxis Quartet performs on January 20.
On January 24, Orchestra Nova Northwest will feature a new flute concerto by Giancarlo D’Addona Castro.
On January 29, Steven Banks and Xak Bjerken perform.
The Oregon Symphony performs 'Pictures at an Exhibition' on February 7 and 8.

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Story summary

Portland's winter classical music season spotlights works by Native American, Latino, Asian American, Black, and women composers, signaling a broader inclusivity in the arts.
The Pyxis Quartet performs on January 20.
On January 24, Orchestra Nova Northwest will feature a new flute concerto by Giancarlo D’Addona Castro.
On January 29, Steven Banks and Xak Bjerken perform.
The Oregon Symphony performs 'Pictures at an Exhibition' on February 7 and 8.