BRAVO Youth Orchestras

BRAVO Youth Orchestras BRAVO Youth Orchestras (BRAVO) is a non-profit, social-justice music program for underserved youth. B BRAVO’s programs comprise two components:
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Preparatory in-school music classes in partnership with PPS music teachers at Rosa Parks Elementary, Sitton Elementary, César Chávez (K-8), and Clarendon Early Learning Academy (Head Start)

II. Intensive after-school string and wind ensembles (2-hour rehearsals, five days a week)
A. BRAVO Rosa Parks (K-5)
1. Mozart String Orchestra (1st and 2nd-year students)
2. Brahms String

Orchestra (2nd and 3rd-year students)
3. Revueltas String Orchestra (2nd through 4th-year students)
B. BRAVO César Chávez (K-8)
1. Teresa Carreño Wind Ensemble (1st-year students)
2. Marsalis Wind Ensemble (2nd-year students)
3. D'Rivera Wind Ensemble (3rd-year students)
C. BRAVO George Middle
1. Vivaldi String Ensemble (4th and 5th-year students)

Through daily group learning, BRAVO students build skills on their instruments, establish healthy relationships with peers and adult mentors, and perform throughout their neighborhood, city, and region.

Last Friday, we were thrilled to participate in the Rosa Parks Elementary School homecoming event, where students explor...
08/24/2026

Last Friday, we were thrilled to participate in the Rosa Parks Elementary School homecoming event, where students explored different orchestra instruments and learned about all the activities we do at BRAVO.

Thank you for creating these welcoming spaces for community partners. We’re grateful for the collaboration and excited for another meaningful school year ahead!

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El viernes pasado, estuvimos encantados de participar en el evento de bienvenida de la Escuela Primaria Rosa Parks, donde los estudiantes exploraron diferentes instrumentos de orquesta y conocieron todas las actividades que ofrecemos en BRAVO.

Gracias por crear estos espacios acogedores para los socios comunitarios. Estamos muy agradecidos por esta colaboración y emocionados por otro año escolar lleno de significado y crecimiento.

🎻 Join the BRAVO Community Orchestra! North Portland’s intergenerational orchestra is welcoming new members. If you lov...
08/19/2026

🎻 Join the BRAVO Community Orchestra!
North Portland’s intergenerational orchestra is welcoming new members. If you love making music and want a friendly, supportive ensemble, this is your place. Whether you want to reinforce your instrument practice or you’re a retired musician eager to play again, you’ll find a home here. All under the inspiring direction of our fantastic Maestro Giancarlo Castro D’Addona.

🗓 Fridays • 6–8 PM
📍 Buckley Auditorium, University of Portland

All ages welcome: Strings, Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion. 🎵
Be part of the music. Be part of the community!

👉 Learn more or join: oregonbravo.org/bco
📧 [email protected]

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🎻 ¡Únete a la Orquesta Comunitaria de BRAVO!
La orquesta intergeneracional del Norte de Portland está buscando nuevos miembros. Si te encanta hacer música y quieres un conjunto acogedor y solidario, este es tu lugar. Si deseas reforzar tu práctica instrumental o eres un músico retirado que quiere volver a tocar, aquí encontrarás un espacio para crecer y disfrutar, bajo la inspiradora dirección de nuestro fantástico Maestro Giancarlo Castro D’Addona.

🗓 Viernes • 6–8 PM
📍 Buckley Auditorium, University of Portland

Aceptamos músicos de todas las edades: Cuerdas, Maderas, Metales y Percusión. 🎵
¡Sé parte de la música. Sé parte de la comunidad!

👉 Más información o inscripción: oregonbravo.org/bco
📧 [email protected]

08/09/2026

BRAVO Youth Orchestras is hiring a part time Individual Giving Manager.
TITLE: Individual Giving Manager
LOCATION: Hybrid
HOURS: 25/week (average)
PAY: $45,550 (equivalent of $35/hr, non-negotiable)
BENEFITS: PTO. Sick-time. Holiday pay. Retirement plan with employer contribution.
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
START DATE: First week of October 2026

Full job description at: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4450926660/

POSITION SUMMARY
BRAVO is in an exciting place of growth as we strengthen existing programs while also building new ones. We are looking for an experienced fundraiser to work with our existing development team that includes the Executive Director, Director of Operations, Community Engagement Manager, and Grant Writer. This new hire will work with a robust community of existing supporters while also working to establish new ones. BRAVO’s annual budget is approximately $1M. BRAVO utilizes GiveButter Plus as its CRM and fundraising platform. Knowledge of GiveButter is not required, but experience using fundraising software is.

The IGM will manage all development activities related to annual giving, major gifts, donor management and cultivation. Plan and achieve the fundraising goals of the organization alongside the BRAVO development team.

This flexible, part-time position is perfect for the seasoned fundraiser that is looking to be part of a beloved and supportive community but is not looking for full-time hours.

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4450926660/

Posted 1:26:06 AM. TITLE: Individual Giving ManagerLOCATION: HybridHOURS: 25/week (average)PAY: $45,550 (equivalent…See this and similar jobs on LinkedIn.

05/20/2026

A special guest visit from Oregon Symphony bassist Jason Schooler today!

Always a joy to have join us and share skills and techniques with our Ambassadors. Thanks for the support !
04/24/2026

Always a joy to have join us and share skills and techniques with our Ambassadors. Thanks for the support !

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7508 N Hereford Avenue
Portland, OR
97203

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