Monster Music
Have you ever wondered what’s on a monster’s playlist? Do you think they prefer spooky tunes, or do they enjoy leaning into their more sensitive side? Do they like to… Read more Monster Music →
Play It Forward – Catherine Hartrim-Lowe
Music that inspires one of 2023 All Classical Portland’s Youth Artist Ambassadors, Catherine Hartrim-Lowe Meet Cellist Catherine Hartrim-Lowe. Principal Cellist in the Metropolitan Youth Symphony and one of All Classical… Read more Play It Forward – Catherine Hartrim-Lowe →
Abby’s Celtic Corner
ICAN’s NEW 5-part series, Abby’s Celtic Corner takes you to Ireland! Singer and Ireland Native, Abby Molloy will teach you incredible Irish myths and legends, beautiful musical instruments, traditional Irish… Read more Abby’s Celtic Corner →
Famous Last Names – Celebrating Women’s History Month
When you hear the names Mozart, Mendelssohn, and Mahler, chances are that male musicians come to mind. However, many of these famous names in classical music had female counterparts that… Read more Famous Last Names – Celebrating Women’s History Month →
Five Black Musicians Who Changed the World of Music
Black musicians have played a substantial role in the evolution of classical music in the United States and beyond. This month, we’re inviting you to learn more about the impact… Read more Five Black Musicians Who Changed the World of Music →
Itzhak Perlman’s Advice to Young Performers
Written by Elaina Stuppler Itzhak Perlman is one of the most celebrated and extraordinarily talented violinists on the planet! On January 19th, he will be performing at the Arlene Schnitzer… Read more Itzhak Perlman’s Advice to Young Performers →
José Hernández Mariachi Sol de México
Written by Elaina Stuppler “A Very Merry Mariachi Christmas” At the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on December 20th Mariachi Music began in the 19th century in Jalisco, México. Instruments that… Read more José Hernández Mariachi Sol de México →
The Magic of Eric Carle
On January 8, 2023 the Metropolitan Youth Symphony (MYS) and the International Children’s Arts Network (ICAN) came together LIVE at the Newmark Theatre for The Magic of Eric Carle. This special in-person event brought five of… Read more The Magic of Eric Carle →
The Night Before the Nutcracker
It’s a winter wonderland on ICAN! Tune into the Audio Book Tour on Thursday, December 18th, 2022 at 5:00PM Pacific! Portland illustrator, Julianna Swaney, discusses her art in The Night… Read more The Night Before the Nutcracker →