Discover the skills behind successful ensemble rehearsals and performaces as Dr. Stevenson coaches groups from Bend Pops Orchestra. Whether you are a musician or simply love listening and learning about what it takes to make music, this lively session is sure to be enjoyed by all. Admission is free and open to all. No RSVP required. Dr. Stevenson...

Ever wondered how composers shape musical ideas into full pieces? Curious about how arrangements are crafted for different ensembles? Join us for the Composition and Arrangement masterclass given by Dr. Jennifer Stevenson. The class is an interactive experience designed for musicians of all experience levels. Admission is free and the event is...

The Bend Pops Orchestra's 2026 Spring Concert takes place Sunday, June 7, at 2:00PM, in the Mountain View HS Auditorium.  The concert, humorously nicknamed "Popspourri", is an eclectic mix of fun music along with a very special premiere.  As with all our concerts, admission is free and open to all! The program features works in the Pops' usual...

The Pops has commissioned a new work from composer Dr. Jennifer Stevenson, written especially for Bend Pops Orchestra. The piece, entitled Return to Joy, explores the complexity and courage embodied in the emotion, and emphasizes the importance of music in reconnection to a childlike sense of joy, particularly during challenging times.  The theme...

Thank you to all the fans who came out for our Screen Time concert, and especially those who participated in our costume parade!   We can't wait to do it again! Our next concert is in Bend on Sunday June 7, at 2PM, in the Mountain View HS auditorium.  We'll be premiering Return to Joy, commissioned from Dr. Jennifer Stevenson especially for Bend...