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Thara Memory performs with, and
directs a number of jazz ensembles. From solo work to big
band, bebop to the blues, Thara and the musicians he works
with can entertain with just the right sound at regional,
national and international festivals, public events and
private functions.
Thara Memory &
Friends
Trumpet, piano, tenor sax, drums,
trombone, vocals... Thara works with numerous talented
and renowned artists throughout the Northwest. Depending on
the event and venue, Thara will come up with just the right
combo for the occasion.
Mel Brown
Septet
Serving as the Artistic Director, Thara
performs with the Mel Brown Septet on a regular basis at Jimmy
Mak's, a popular jazz club in downtown Portland. All seasoned
jazz musicians, this combo packs the house nearly every week.
Thara Memory and the
Superband
The Superband combines a
broad variety of musical elements to shape its sound. The band
weaves together soul, jazz, rhythm & blues, and classical
music into a rich tapestry designed to hold the audience
spellbound in musical fantasy. This Superband was born in the
late 1990's as a counter balance to the trend toward the
self-limiting, one genre, music ensemble. The group can
delight in an auditorium, arena, school setting, night club,
dance, or concert venue. Its music truly has no boundaries;
that's why it's called the Superband!
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Thara Memory is also the conductor
and artistic director of several jazz and classical
orchestras.
American Music Program Jazz
Orchestra
Thara Memory recently founded the
American Music Program located at the Pacific Crest Community
School. Thara’s magnet school program draws students from all
over the greater Portland metropolitan area. Read more about
the American Music Program on the AMP page, or visit the
website at www.americanmusicprogram.org.
Diminuendo Wind
Orchestra
The Diminuendo Wind Orchestra has been
called "the orchestra of the future." Some members of this
orchestra perform with well-known jazz bands, such as the Mel
Brown Sextet; others have been more involved in classical
music, with such groups as the Oregon Symphony and the
Portland Festival Orchestra. Read more about the Diminuendo
Wind Orchestra on the Community
page.
Pacific Crest
Sinfonietta
The Pacific Crest Sinfonietta is a
growing and thriving community orchestra that includes
students, amateurs and professionals. Performances are held
for the general public at least two times a year. Read more
about the Pacific Crest Sinfonietta on the Community page or visit www.pcsorchestra.org.
For more information on
performances, please call 503.810.1003 or email tharamemory@yahoo.com.
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