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Empowering and celebrating communities through live outdoor musical performances. The result is a mobile stage that can bring music to outdoor settings.

SoundsTruck NW is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Portland, Oregon, founded by two professional classical musicians, Jon & Yoko Greeney. Amidst the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, Jon & Yoko reimagined the concert experience for maximum flexibility, resiliency, and access. SoundsTruck NW is dedicated to expanding the reach of the performing arts by delivering engaging, family-friendly

concerts that embrace diverse cultures and showcase an extensive array of musical genres to communities of all backgrounds.

12/12/2025

The story behind The Midsummer Night’s Dream Machine—months of shared trust and imagination with and musicians from .

Watch the 11‑minute documentary (link in bio). Supported by • Video ©Jonathan Dick.xyz

12/03/2025

Tomorrow in the Pearl District: The Midsummer Night’s Dream Machine exhibition continues at gathermakeshelter’s Annex—celebrating the magic of collaboration. Handmade garments from our Aug 14 co‑presentation with and music performance by Co-Founders of SoundsTruck NW, Jon & Yoko Greeney.

Join us for a special musical performance at 6:30 PM—and warm up with hot cocoa ☕️

📆 Thu, Dec 4, 2025
⏰ Exhibition 5:30–7:30 PM
🎹 Special musical performance 6:30 PM
📍 GMS Annex — 1335 NW Kearney St, Portland, OR 97209

10/31/2025

Milestone Season of Collaboration with Purpose. Our 2025 season began with an inspiring collaboration at TEDxPortland, continued with Midsummer Night’s Dream Machine — created together with Gather:Make:Shelter and the Oregon Symphony — and concluded with our inaugural Rockwood Community Festival. 2025 Impact Report is live—get involved and support us to power what’s next.

💰 Donate
🙋 Volunteer
🤝 Sponsor
📣 Share Read + get involved
LINK IN BIO.

09/17/2025

✨ We’re back for YEAR 2! ✨
On Friday, Sept 19, We Believe in Portland will bring together hundreds of volunteers, local businesses, and community leaders to help our city shine.

SoundsTruck NW is proud to support this incredible community effort and the people working hard to make Portland stronger, cleaner, and more connected.

09/11/2025

SoundsTruckNW presents “Taste of Season” – a FREE concert event where you can discover what 6 of our friend performing arts organizations are planning for their upcoming seasons.

Join Us:
🗓️ Friday, September 19
⏰ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Lewis & Clark College (Lawn outside Evans Music Building)

Bring your picnic blanket and enjoy music in the crisp fall evening air! Plus, warm up with complimentary Jasmine Pearl Tea — generously donated by our friends at Jasmine Pearl Tea Company ! 🍵

FREE and open to ALL!

09/01/2025

Hello September! 🌟
Before our stage rests for the off-season, we’re bringing you two of our most exciting collaborative events of 2025: ✨ Taste of the Season (9/19) and 🎉 Rockwood Community Festival (9/20).

Plus, you can catch us at other pop-up events throughout the month—spreading music and community spirit across Portland!

08/26/2025

🎶✨ SoundsTruck NW is incredibly proud to partner with the Festival!

Supporting our community and enriching lives through music is central to our mission. We are honored to bring the vibrant sounds of Portland’s best jazz artists directly to you this weekend, amplifying the incredible talent at MontavillaJazz Festival!

Get ready to groove! Catch these amazing performances on the SoundTruck NW stage
📍Parking lot behind Bipartisan Cafe

**🗓️ Saturday, August 30th**

- 12:00 PM – Xylyn Hathaway Quintet
- 2:00 PM – PoiKilo
- 4:00 PM – Zyanna Trio

**🗓️ Sunday, August 31st**

- 12:00 PM – dré elijah y las estrellas
- 2:00 PM – Sam Epstein
- 4:00 PM – Chris Clark-Johnson

Come find us, soak in the rhythm, and celebrate the power of music uniting our community. We can’t wait to see you there!

08/05/2025

🎶✨ SoundsTruck NW is proud to once again partner with Portland Parks & Recreation!

We believe in the power of community and are honored to bring live music to three Free Lunch+Play events this week.

Join us for an electrifying, interactive performance by the incredible Kids Orchestra! Their dynamic set blends traditional and non-traditional drumming styles to create a musical experience that’s as fun as it is unforgettable—right in the heart of your community.

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Supporting our community is central to our mission.

Renting the SoundsTruck NW stage for your event is one of the many ways you can help us continue bringing meaningful programs to neighborhoods throughout the region.

07/30/2025

🎶 Get ready for an August full of rhythm! 🥁

The SoundsTruck NW is bringing the beats to your neighborhood all month long! Expect incredible local artists, vibrant performances, and good times guaranteed. Find your next favorite show – check our August event calendar and see where we're stopping!

Free Lunch + Play City of Portland
🗓️8/5 TUE 🕖11:30 - 12:30 📍Gateway Discovery Park
🗓️8/6 WED 🕖11:30 - 12:30 📍 Lents Park
🗓️8/7 THU 🕖11:30 - 12:30 📍Khunamokwst Park

🗓️ 8/14 THU 🕖5PM - 8PM
Midsummer Night’s Dream Machine
Co-presented by SoundsTruck NW, Gather:Make:Shelter, and Oregon Symphony
📍PSU South Park Block

🗓️ 8/16 SAT 🕖12PM - 5PM
Free Arts NW - Arts Alive
📍Arte Soleil

🗓️ 8/21 THU 🕖3:30PM - 5:30PM
Farmers Market
📍Rockwood Community Market

🗓️ 8/23 SAT 🕖11AM - 4PM
Rock the Block - City of Gresham
📍Downtown Rockwood

Montavilla Jazz Festival
🗓️ 8/30 SAT 🕖12PM - 5PM
🗓️ 8/31 SUN 🕖12PM - 5PM
📍Parking lot behind Bipartisan Cafe

07/26/2025

Join us on Saturday, July 27th at Gateway Discovery Park from 11 AM – 4 PM for a day of music, movement, and community joy 🎶🚲

It’s a car-free celebration where you can explore the park, dance to live sounds, and connect with neighbors. We’re proud to partner with , , and to make the summer sing!

📍 Gateway Discovery Park 📅 Saturday, July 27 | 11AM–4PM

07/21/2025

The summer of free outdoor concerts continues! 🎶  We're thrilled to be part of Chamber Music Northwest's incredible series, and this time, we're bringing the music to Vancouver's Arts Hub!

Join us for a FREE Community Concert featuring the powerful Columbia River Brass Quintet! Chamber Music Northwest is excited to partner with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra to bring you this dynamic performance.

📍 Vancouver's Arts Hub 🗓️ Friday, July 25 7PM-8PM

Pack a picnic, bring your own seats, and enjoy a fun, family-friendly outdoor concert. It's the perfect way to spend an afternoon! 

07/15/2025

Due to the forecasted heat wave, CMNW has decided to cancel tomorrow’s concert featuring Isabelle Ai Durrenberger and Yutong Sun, originally scheduled for Tuesday, July 15th at 7 PM at North Clackamas Park.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

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