Subject: Announcing our 2nd Annual PRIDE concert! 🏳️‍🌈

Hello friends,

If you've been wanting some tips for ease, presence, and storytelling while performing your songs, check out out Song Studio this Sunday May 4th! The class runs 12 - 2p and is taught by Stephanie Smith and acting coach Caitlin Lushington.

Looking ahead, our 2nd annual Pride concert will take place on June 14th, 2025! If you're a student interested in performing, please discuss with your teacher.

Have a lovely rest of your week.

Warmly,

Daniel Buchanan

P.S. Are you new to our newsletters? Welcome, welcome! Please don't hesitate to reach out and ask any questions you might have about our classes, private lessons, or rentals. We're glad you're here!

CLASSES

Song Studio

Did you know that it's free to observe any Song Studio class? It's a great chance to get a feel for the work we do at Resound NW and pick up valuable tips about singing! To observe, send email to us at info@resoundnw.com.

Song Studio is an opportunity for our community to come together through singing and provide a supportive environment to practice performing. After a period of group singing and warm-up, this class focuses on individual performances from students.

INVESTMENT: $40/class, or observe for free!

Upcoming Classes

Sunday May 5, 12-2pm

Stephanie Smith and Caitlin Lushington

4 spots left

Friday May 30, 7-9pm

Daniel Buchanan

7 spots left

See more dates on our website.

READY TO SIGN UP? Sign up by emailing us at info@resoundnw.com, or add your name to the list, here.

Pssst! Want to be the FIRST to know when Song Studio dates are released? Email us at info@resoundnw.com and request to be added to our roster.

STUDIO GATHERINGS

We're delighted to invite you to our 2nd annual PRIDE concert!

STUDENTS: If you would like to sing for our Pride concert, please let your teacher know and they can help you to sign up.

This is a relaxed, joyful Studio Gathering. Our Studio Gatherings are an opportunity for our students to perform for each other, to share what they are learning in their music lessons, and for friends and family to support their loved ones. Audiences will be invited to join in on the sing-a-long songs!

Come, bring a camp chair and an offering for our potluck table, or simply bring your self. What better way to celebrate the oncoming of summer and our beautiful, vivacious queer community than by soaking in some tunes sung by our passionate music students??

Good things to note:
WHEN: June 14th, 2025 from 2p - 5p. Feel free to come and go as you please.

WHERE: Powell Park: 2500 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97202 (at the Picnic Shelter)

WHO: Friends & family of our singers are most welcome, as is the general public. Our concerts are a great opportunity for prospective students to come and see what we do!

TICKETS: Free! No registration required, just come!

BRING: Something to offer to our Potluck table, if you wish. A snack, main dish, salad, or drink to share is great! Wine is ok, and plates/cups/napkins will be provided.

WEATHER: Mid-June in Portland means we anticipate rain or shine. Luckily, the picnic shelter will provide coverage if it decides to rain. Dress accordingly.

We will see you there!

Learn More

STAFF/STUDENT EVENTS

May Events

From Courtney Freed, Staff Instructor:

Saturday, May 10 – Wilf’s Restaurant (Union Station), 7–9:30 PM
Come hear my trio at one of Portland’s classiest joints! Jazzy originals, standards, 80s gems, and plenty from Big Crazy Love. Featuring: Hamody Hindi (guitar), John Moak (trombone)
$20 food/bev minimum | Call 503.223.0070 for reservations
wilfsrestaurant.com

Sunday, May 11 – Piano Bar @ Corkscrew Wine Bar, 7–9 PM
It's time to shine, baby! Bring sheet music and sing your favorite tune, or sip wine and soak in the vibes with me and David Saffert on piano at Corkscrew.
Open mic style | Free show | Don’t forget to tip your hosts! 21+

1665 SE Bybee Blvd, Portland

Wednesday, May 14 – Wild Wednesdays @ Wayfinder Beer, 6–9 PM
Live music + lagers = YES. I’m bringing my trio to this SE Portland hot spot for a chill night of food, friends, and fire tunes. | 304 SE 2nd Ave, Portland | wayfinder.beer

Friday, May 16 – Saturday Academy Spring Soiree @ University of Portland, 6–9:30 PM
It’s a garden party with purpose! I’ll be performing with my trio at this incredible benefit celebrating STEAM education and 42 years of innovation.
Tickets + info: Saturday Academy Soirée

Sunday May 18, Sunday June 1st

From Stephanie Smith, Performance Coach:

We are thrilled to announce our final concerts of our 10th Anniversary Season for the Northwest Piano Trio. “Getting to Know You: Stephanie Style” are diverse programs curated by our pianist, Stephanie Lynne Smith, featuring composers such as Samuel Barber, Florence Price, Felix Mendelssohn and a few surprises! We return to the wonderful Cannon Beach Community Church Steinway Series on Sunday, May 18. On Sunday, June 1, come to All Classical Radio’s Irving Levin Performance Hall in Portland for a glorious hour in a fabulous new venue. Both concerts are at 3pm and are free and open to the public!

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WE'VE GOT MERCH!

We are super excited to announce that we've got MERCH! Take a look and carry a little bit of Resound with you, wherever you go.

Soft, comfy tshirts
Pull-over hoodies
Crew neck sweatshirts
Tote bags
Mugs
Baseball caps
Bucket hats

This is a new endeavor, so please don't hesitate to reach out and ask questions if you're looking for something in particular! Send your merch questions to info@resoundnw.com.

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