Starr Studios Salem School of Dance
Starr Studios Salem School of Dance LLC and its kindhearted instructors insist on providing inspiring, compassionate, developmentally-appropriate instruction in a safe, friendly, and supportive environment. Our programs encourage personal development, build confidence, and help our students succeed in every way possible. We cater to our students’ specific needs and we strive to exceed expectations. As […]
Mark “Pocket” Goldberg Band
With a voice that’s been described as Howlin’ Wolf and Johnny Cash meet Louis Prima and Randy Newman at the “Annual Louis Satchmo Armstrong BBQ and Picnic”, Blues and Roots bassist Mark “Pocket” Goldberg sings original, honest, world-weary songs (often with a sense of humor) over funky, old-school Blues (and Rhythm & Blues) grooves. His […]
Salem Aerial Dance Company
Salem Aerial Dance Company aims to bring the joy of aerial and dance arts to support our communities. Youth and adults will find a space to explore artistry through quality instruction for beginners and professionals. Between fabric, trapeze, lyra, and more, we have plenty of opportunities to learn to fly.
Skip Jones and the Spirit of New Orleans
Skip & his group, The Spirit of New Orleans, play a smattering of the great rhythm and blues hits of the ’50s and ’60s, as well as some great pop & rock organ classics of the ’60s and ’70’s. Add to that a bonifide New Orleans piano boogie-woogie and the party follows! Over the last […]
Jack Maybe Project
The Jack Maybe Project was born from the fog-draped forests of the Pacific Northwest, where a wandering monster named Jack Maybe roamed—heavy-hearted and searching—for others who knew the weight of inner demons. He found them in a band of kindred souls: horns that wail like ghosts, drums that thunder like anxiety’s pulse, banjo strings that […]
Chipped Nail Polish
Jill started Chipped Nail Polish with just her electric ukulele and a bad manicure. The project came to life in the basements and living rooms of the lively house show scene at the University of Oregon. The friendships formed there traveled up North to Portland where the band now resides. Inspired by bands like Beach […]
Bees in a Bottle
Bees in a Bottle is the Portland-based Indie duo of Christine & Chad McAllister. Rooted in a dark, singer/songwriter tradition, their music is dreamy, atmospheric, blending intimate vocals and moody electric guitar. They’ve been featured on NPR’s All Songs Considered, NPR’s Music’s playlist, Premiered in Under The Radar Magazine and Indie Pulse calls their last […]
Apis Mellifera
Apis Mellifera is a traveling bard who enchants her audience with unique yet relatable stories about the human condition. Her sound has been described as Whimsically Macabre for its lilting melodies and cheeky lyrics surrounding grim topics.
The Daddies
In the past few years Cherry Poppin’ Daddies have become the kind of band that you would want to book if you were throwing a soiree at the Gatsby mansion. Penning elegant, lush, pitch perfect arrangements of much of the great American songbook, from Cole Porter to Frank Sinatra, the Daddies have surprised many- likely […]
Rock ’n Rewind
Since forming in 2016, Rock ‘n Rewind has evolved into one of the Northwest’s most popular party and stage bands, covering beloved hits from the 1960s and 1970s with an emphasis on rock and blues classics from the San Francisco scene and the British invasion. The Eugene-based ensemble features six veteran musicians known for packing dance […]
Dave’s Killer Band
Dave‘s Killer Band is a skilled and professional four-piece combo from the mid-central Willamette Valley in Oregon. Driven by guitar, keys, drums, bass and vocals, the band delivers a combination of recognized jazz fusion, rock, pop, world beat, R&B and related musical styles and tempos.
Paul Biondi & Friends
Paul was born in Philadelphia in 1957. His older brother Fred, who is a professional jazz drummer, motivated Paul to study and perform music at a very young age – he first picked up a saxophone at the age of 8. Paul’s teacher and mentor was Robert “Boysie” Lowery, who taught and motivated players such […]
Cherry City Cloggers
Clogging is a type of American folk dance with roots in traditional European dancing, early African-American dance, and traditional Cherokee dance. Cherry City Cloggers consists of men, women, and children ranging in age from 8 to 85.
Ventus Woodwind Quintet
The Ventus Woodwind Quintet play a varied set of woodwind quintet music from classical to pop.
Céilí of the Valley Society
Ceili of the Valley promotes Celtic culture through music and dance. The group has weekly dance classes and monthly ceilis (dances) with live music. They perform at festivals, schools, elder care facilities, private events, and host an annual Samhain Celtic New Year Festival in October.