Meet Our Volunteer Musicians
We work to bring Portland’s vibrant music scene to life through our PDX volunteer music program. We are fortunate to have more than 20 rotating musicians who volunteer their time to entertain and soothe travelers.
These local musicians provide live performances that feature an eclectic mix of the best in local jazz, classical and contemporary styles – creating a fun, relaxing, stress-free environment for travelers of all ages.
We could not be more grateful for the time and creative energy they bring to PDX. Get to know our volunteer musicians below. Explore their performance schedule, and learn how you can find their music beyond the airport.
Please note that in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, our Volunteer Music Program is currently on hiatus. Visit Portland International Airport’s Facebook Page for periodic live performances by musicians and artists during the COVID-19 hiatus.
Gayle Ritt – Singer-Songwriter Guitarist
For more information about Gayle Ritt, contact:
http://www.gayleritt.com/
Wednesday: 7:45pm-10:45pm, ABC Lobby
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Luke Tarter – Pianist
Wednesday: 4:30pm-7:30pm, C-West
Saturday: 6am-9am, C-West
Saturday: 6pm-9pm, ABC Lobby
For more information about Luke Tarter, contact:
Instagram: @l_tarter
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David Seamon – Classical Pianist
Wednesday: 1:15pm-4:15pm, C-West
For more information about David Seamon, contact: dtseamon@yahoo.com
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Jordan Richard – Soulful singer songwriter – Guitarist
Monday: 11:00am-2:00pm, C-West
Wednesday: 4:30pm-7:30pm, ABC Lobby
For more information about Jordan Richard, visit https://www.jordanrichardmusic.com/
Instagram: @jordanrichardmusic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordanrichardmusic/
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Paul Herman – Singer-Songwriter, Pianist, Guitarist
| Tuesday: 5:30pm-8:30pm, C-West
Wednesday: 7:45pm-10:45pm, ABC Lobby Saturday: 6:00am-9:00am, C-West For more information about Paul Herman, visit: |
Anthony Cadiz – Singer-Songwriter, Guitarist, Music Producer
Anthony spent many years writing and performing music in his hometown of Minneapolis, MN. Collaborating with musicians made him realize his love for helping others achieve their vision. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Music Production at McNally Smith College of Music.
Sunday: 11:00am-1:30pm, C-West
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Carl Solomon – Guitarist/Vocalist/New Americana Folk Tales – House Concerts & Songwriting
I have been described as “The Weaver of New Americana Tales.” After inheriting a beat poet’s name, I grew up in Brooklyn N.Y. and later moved to Baltimore. I craft songs from my journey through life, from carnival barker to counselor to songwriter. I…
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Doug Shafer – Guitar, Oud, Cümbüş and Darbuka
Improvisations based on traditional music from America and the Mediterranean.
Monday: 10:15am-1:15pm, Gate D1
Tuesday: 10:15am-1:15pm, Gate D1
Thursday: 10:15-1:15pm, Gate D1
Friday: 10:15am-1:15pm, Gate D1
Sunday: 10:15am-1:15pm, Gate D1
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Preston Howard – Uilleann Pipes
Preston has been playing traditional Irish dance music on the uilleann pipes (pronounced ‘ill-yun’) for over 20 years. The uilleann pipes are Ireland’s national bagpipe and differ from their more famous Scottish cousin in that they are a bit quieter, lower-pitched, and have a…
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Marvin Case – Piano
I perform standards from the 1940s through recent years, including such favorites as Autumn Leaves, My Way, Hallelujah and Sentimental Journey. I also play some classical music including music by Chopin, Debussy and Beethoven. In addition to performing at PDX, I play for banquets,…
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Rob Lewis – Electronic Marimba/Solo Instrumental Music with Live Looping
Currently, I perform as a solo instrumental act with mallet synth and loops with the PDX Music Program at Portland International Airport, as well as playing for private parties, Farmers Markets and other events. I have three solo CDs out: “Stop Loop & Listen,”…
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Adam Hurst – Original Cello Music
“There are some artists whose work literally stops you dead in your tracks. You catch your breath, transfixed, afraid that if you breathe it might fade and dissolve. Encountering art at this level triggers an immediate, intimate familiarity, yet it is unlike anything you…
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Brian Cheney – Vocalist, Pianist, Songwriter – Entertainment for all Occasions and Events
For more information about Brian Cheney, please contact: Brian Cheney
Mondays: 5:00am-9:45am, ABC Lobby
Wednesday: 10:00am-1:00pm, C-West
Thursday: 10:00am-1:00pm, C-West
Fridays: 9:45am-12:45pm, ABC Lobby
Bill Krieger – Soft Jazz Piano
For more information about Bill Krieger, please visit his website: Bill Krieger
Wednesday: 5am-9:30am, ABC Lobby
Thursday: 5am-9:30am, ABC Lobby
Friday: 5am-9:30am, ABC Lobby
Dan Hergert – Cool Jazz and Contemporary Favorites
For more information about Dan Hergert, please visit his website: Dan Hergert
Monday: 5pm-8pm, ABC Lobby
Tuesday: 5pm-8pm, ABC Lobby
Thursday: 5pm-8pm, ABC Lobby
John Adler – Piano Tunes – Pop, Classic Rock, Show Tunes & More
I am a licensed psychologist in private practice and also teach at Mt. Hood Community College in Gresham. I started playing music at age eight, and was actually classically-trained on the guitar. The guitar has been my primary instrument for many years, including playing…
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Koshanin – Music from the Mediterranean and Balkan
I am a Portland-based pianist and composer. By blending the sounds of the Old World with contemporary Western music, I transform piano into a modern-day folk instrument with unique interpretations of traditional folk songs and original, folk music-inspired compositions.
Although I perform music from all…
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Will Dudley – Music of West Africa
For more information about Will Dudley, please visit his website: willdudleykora.com
Monday: 1:30pm-4:30pm, ABC Lobby
Tuesday: 10:15am-1:15pm, ABC Lobby
Thursday: 6:45pm-9:45pm, Gate C8
Friday: 1pm-4pm, ABC Lobby
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Shep Gold- Folk Pop
Shep Gold prefers simple. Every note and sparsely planted tone; the equipment he chooses to use – all is on purpose. Warm, clean, direct. One hundred percent invested in every performance, every recording, every interaction. A musician’s life can be summed up in practice…
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Jason Okamoto – South American and Spanish Guitars
A self-taught musician based in Portland, Oregon, Jason combines elements of Bossa Nova, Flamenco, and Gypsy Jazz using primarily a classical (nylon string) guitar. His 2010 release “Solo Trio” featured Gyspy Jazz Standards along with his original compositions. In early 2018 he released “Busquer”…
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Elizabeth Wisler – Eclectic Accordionist in Orchestral Style
I perform on a Roland Fr8X virtual accordion. When it is connected to an external sound module, I control the sound module to produce accompanying sounds, voices, and drum machine parts. The outcome adds richness and fullness to the accordion and I become my…
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Gerardo Calderon – Inspirational Sounds from Latin America
For more information about Gerardo Calderon, please contact: Gerardo Calderon
Wednesday: 9am-12pm, Gate C8
Thursday: 7am-10am, Gate D1
Friday: 7am-10am, Gate D1
Saturday: 9am-12pm, Gate D1
Sunday: 9am-12pm, Gate C8
Therese Michaud – Original Piano Compositions
I am an Oregon native; I started playing piano when I was five years old. Primarily self-taught, I spent my childhood composing and performing for choral groups and musicals, eventually completing a BS degree in Music Education from Duquesne University, Pittsburgh.
I’ve been playing for…
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Stan Cassell – International Guitar
Stan Cassell has become a mainstay of the thriving Portland, OR music scene. He plays, in large part, what could be called Americana and worldly guitar and is highly regarded for his original compositions. He performs widely around the area, including for tens of…
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Richard Arthur – Folk/Blues
For more information about Richard Arthur, please visit his website: rasongs.com
Tuesday: 1:30pm-4:30pm, ABC Lobby
Wednesday: 1:30pm-4:30pm, ABC Lobby
Friday: 7pm-10pm, ABC Lobby
Ryan Walsh – Classical Guitarist
Northwest virtuoso classical guitarist and composer, Ryan Walsh, taught himself guitar on the hillsides of the Columbia River in his hometown of Astoria Oregon. His passion for the instrument later took him to study with the masters in Spain, where he would receive his…
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