Montavilla Jazz Festival
It makes sense that in order to hear local jazz musicians pushing the envelope, you have to venture to the edge of the city's envelope, as the Portland Metro Arts Center hosts artists such as pianist Kerry Politzer, jazz ensemble Idit Shner & Mhondoro, saxophonist Rich Halley, genre-bending group James Powers Relativity Ensemble, and others.
This event is recommended by the Portland Mercury, our sister site. See more of their picks here!