Lunchtime Concerts at The Old Church Concert Hall

Photo courtesy of The Old Church

Portland’s Sanctuary of Sound’s free lunchtime concerts invite Portlanders to an afternoon of music. 

Built in 1882, The Old Church in downtown Portland is on the National Register of Historic Places. The concert venue hosts events meant to enhance the cultural life of the community and celebrate the building’s historic architecture.

Here’s how you can you see a show for free at the historic venue. 

Lunchtime Concerts at The Old Church Concert Hall

On the first and third Wednesdays of the month at noon, The Old Church concert hall hosts free Lunchtime Concerts.

The 2025 season invites audiences to view the show at the venue and from home. Each event will be open to the public, livestreamed on Youtube and broadcast on TV.

Each concert program is one hour unless indicated below. Here’s the list of upcoming events that have been announced:

Wednesday, March 18 at noon

Listen to the voice of composer Sharon Fendrich, who writes vividly thematic music. 

Wednesday, April 1 at noon

Troy Rulmyr and Josh O’Renick of Ghosts in the Clover tell stories and sing songs from Ireland’s past, weaving culture, heritage, and song seamlessly.

Wednesday, April 15 at noon

New Wave Opera, performs a program titled Rising Tides, an exploration of our warming world, the beauty of nature, and the fight for social justice through opera and songs in English. 

Wednesday, May 20 at noon

The Tualatin Valley Oregon Music Teachers Association promotes of the art of music, the advancement of musical education, and the appreciation of music among the people of the community.

Wednesday, June 3 at noon

Edda Glass and guitarist Max Hatt bring unique sound to jazz and bossa nova, moving effortlessly between original songs, classic repertoire and the occasional prairie-jazz reinvention.

Wednesday, June 17 at noon

Praised for her brilliant coloratura voice, Madeline Ross has forged a path in the music industry as a performer, collaborator and educator. 

The Old Church is at 1422 SW 11th Ave. in Portland. For more information, visit TOC’s website.

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