Osher Youth Ensembles Concert
2027-04-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle St, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
The Osher Youth Ensembles, Portland’s outstanding regional youth music program performs twice a year at Merrill Auditorium.
Portland Youth Wind Ensemble directed by Dr. Will Kinne
Portland Young People’s String Consort directed by Linda Vaillancourt
Portland Youth Junior Orchestra directed by Nathan Plourde
Portland Youth Symphony Orchestra directed by Dr. Robert Lehmann
On March 22, 1942, the first rehearsal of the 65-member Student Philharmonic Orchestra, was held at the Chestnut Street Church. That orchestra was created, and conducted for 32 years, by Clinton W. Graffam Jr., a Portland Symphony Orchestra oboist, and whose father was one of the Portland Symphony Orchestra’s founders. The first concert by the Student Philharmonic was given on the following May 19 at Portland City Hall Auditorium before an audience of 1,200. The concert was sponsored as a benefit for the War Service Department by the Maine Federation of Music Clubs. In place of an admission fee, concert-goers donated sheet music and phonograph records, which were to be distributed to members of the Armed Forces throughout Maine.
The orchestra eventually became known as the Junior Symphony, then the Portland Symphony Youth Orchestra—a part of the PSO’s educational and community outreach. In 1979-80 two more youth groups were added to the program, The Portland Youth Wind Ensemble and Portland Young People’s String Consort. In 1996-97 all three youth ensembles came under the administration of the School of Music of the University of Southern Maine (then called the Music Department).
The Osher School of Music is proud to carry on the tradition of offering high-quality performance opportunities for middle and high school students from around the region and is grateful to the parents, schools, and educators who help to make these opportunities possible.

Laura Kargul & the Portland String Quartet
2027-04-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Performance Hall — Crewe Center for the Arts, 111 Bedford St, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
This spring, Laura Kargul rejoins the Portland String Quartet for an evening anchored by Franck’s Piano Quintet. A string quartet work to be announced will also appear on the program.

Tickets go on-sale September 4th, and are available through PortTIX, the official box office for the Osher School of Music.

PHONE 207-842-0800ONLINE www.porttix.comIN-PERSON 400 Congress St Suite A, Portland, ME 04101

Event Details
Parking
Due to limited resources, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. You can also pre-purchase your parking as a ticket add-on through PortTix.
For easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center), Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building).

Disability Access and Accommodations
Large format printed programs, Assisted Listening Devices, and Wheelchair access are available at each performance. Please see front-of-house staff for access.
If you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters, materials in electronic format, etc.), please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process.

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Osher Jazz Ensemble
2027-04-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Performance Hall — Crewe Center for the Arts, 111 Bedford St, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
Get ready for a high-energy evening of bold brass, tight grooves, and swinging rhythms as the Osher Jazz Ensemble takes the stage. Directed by Dr. Chris Oberholtzer, this dynamic big band explores an eclectic mix of jazz repertoire—from timeless standards to contemporary charts and everything in between.

Tickets go on-sale September 4th, and are available through PortTIX, the official box office for the Osher School of Music.

PHONE 207-842-0800ONLINE www.porttix.comIN-PERSON 400 Congress St Suite A, Portland, ME 04101

Event Details
Parking
Due to limited resources, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. You can also pre-purchase your parking as a ticket add-on through PortTix.
For easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center), Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building).

Disability Access and Accommodations
Large format printed programs, Assisted Listening Devices, and Wheelchair access are available at each performance. Please see front-of-house staff for access.
If you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters, materials in electronic format, etc.), please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process.

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Osher Wind Ensemble
2027-04-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Performance Hall — Crewe Center for the Arts, 111 Bedford St, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
The Osher Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Will Kinne, presents an evening of music for large ensemble. Featuring a wide-ranging program—from contemporary works to timeless wind band classics—this performance showcases the depth, versatility, and artistry of the Osher School of Music’s talented student musicians.

Tickets go on-sale September 4th, and are available through PortTIX, the official box office for the Osher School of Music.

PHONE 207-842-0800ONLINE www.porttix.comIN-PERSON 400 Congress St Suite A, Portland, ME 04101

Event Details
Parking
Due to limited resources, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. You can also pre-purchase your parking as a ticket add-on through PortTix.
For easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center), Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building).

Disability Access and Accommodations
Large format printed programs, Assisted Listening Devices, and Wheelchair access are available at each performance. Please see front-of-house staff for access.
If you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters, materials in electronic format, etc.), please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process.

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University Chorale & Osher Chamber Singers
2027-04-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Performance Hall — Crewe Center for the Arts, 111 Bedford St, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
The Osher Chamber Singers and University Chorale take the stage in their spring concert, led by Dr. Kyle Nielsen and Kenneth Griffith respectively. Program to be announced.

Tickets go on-sale September 4th, and are available through PortTIX, the official box office for the Osher School of Music.

PHONE 207-842-0800ONLINE www.porttix.comIN-PERSON 400 Congress St Suite A, Portland, ME 04101

Event Details
Parking
Due to limited resources, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. You can also pre-purchase your parking as a ticket add-on through PortTix.
For easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center), Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building).

Disability Access and Accommodations
Large format printed programs, Assisted Listening Devices, and Wheelchair access are available at each performance. Please see front-of-house staff for access.
If you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters, materials in electronic format, etc.), please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process.

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Osher Vocal Jazz Ensemble
2027-04-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Performance Hall — Crewe Center for the Arts, 111 Bedford St, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
Join the Osher School of Music’s Vocal Jazz Ensembles for an unforgettable evening of smooth harmonies, infectious grooves, and vocal flair. Under the direction of Amanda Roswick, these dynamic ensembles bring fresh energy to jazz standards, reimagined pop favorites, and contemporary vocal arrangements.
From the swing era to The Beatles and beyond, experience a vibrant mix of styles that’s sure to have you tapping your toes.

Tickets go on-sale September 4th, and are available through PortTIX, the official box office for the Osher School of Music.

PHONE 207-842-0800ONLINE www.porttix.comIN-PERSON 400 Congress St Suite A, Portland, ME 04101

Event Details
Parking
Due to limited resources, parking is not free on our Portland and Gorham campuses. You must purchase a parking permit or paid parking session to park on campus. We recommend reserving your parking in advance at https://events.parkengage.com/usm. You can also pre-purchase your parking as a ticket add-on through PortTix.
For easy access to the Crewe Center for the Arts, choose either Parking Garage 1 (attached to the Abromson Community Education Center), Lot P1 (off of Bedford St. by Luther Bonney) or Lot P6 (off of Exeter St. or Deering Ave by the former Maine Law building).

Disability Access and Accommodations
Large format printed programs, Assisted Listening Devices, and Wheelchair access are available at each performance. Please see front-of-house staff for access.
If you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters, materials in electronic format, etc.), please contact Hanna Flewelling at (207) 780-5256 or hanna.flewelling@maine.edu. Requests should be made as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for the accommodation process.

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