Music

Margarite Waddell, french horn, and Coco Bender, piano, make up the contemporary and classical duo The Grapefruits. They perform frequently throughout the PNW with the goal of presenting traditional classical french horn repertoire, new 20th-century works, and commissioned works by PNW composers. Currently, The Grapefruits are performing works by Kenneth Amis, Tara Islas, Eugene composer Paul Safar, William Grant Still, and others.
cocobender.org/the-grapefruits

Oregon’s professional chamber orchestra, Oregon Mozart Players (OMP), offers intimate world-class chamber orchestra performances, innovative Pint Size Performances partnering with breweries and wineries, and unique recital presentations. OMP also offers free community engagement, education, and youth programming, as well as the composer led and curated OMP Sound Investment program.
oregonmozartplayers.org

Paul Safar is a versatile composer/performer and private piano instructor living and working in Eugene. Commissioning ensembles include the Delgani String Quartet. His music has been performed in cities from New York and Seattle to Havana and Fairbanks. Having a background in both classical and jazz/rock, one of Paul’s goals is to coherently combine these influences in his compositions. He is available for commissions to produce new compositions and collaborations as well as for hire as a pianist.
paulsafar.com

For 40 years, OCC has offered exceptional singing opportunities for Lane County kids in kindergarten through high school. Choirs, school programs, and summer camps emphasize fellowship, learning, and striving for excellence. Free concerts and competitive performances encourage choristers to become ambassadors of harmony in our community and beyond.
oregonchildrenschoir.org