MUSIC from the GARDEN

Over 60 guests joined the board, staff and players of the Portland Columbia Symphony Orchestra for a musical afternoon in the lovely gardens of Cindy and Tony Passannante, of Damascus.

Members of the Portland Brass Quintet entertained the crowd while they enjoyed food and ale.

Board Member Ben Kleene wacks the ball through the wicket in croquet.

Concertmaster Dawn Carter and her daughter Katie try their hand and skills with Bocce Ball.

And guests supported the orchestra with their generous bidding in the auctions (wonder if this winner got the winning lottery ticket???).

Dr. John Sygielski (Ski), Mt Hood Community College President, was our auctioneer. He demonstrates the need for the pink purse in the foto below (which by the way, had the $100 in it---congratulations Joan!)

Chamber Camp of Portland

Over 104 string students of all ages joined together for a week of intense chamber music practicing and performing, July 18-23! Eighteen faculty provided instruction and coaching for the camp, held on the beautiful campus of The University of Portland.

To view more candid photos from camp please visit here (password is musiccamp) and ensemble photos here (password is musiccamp).

Congratulations to all the musicians for a great week of music!