Dedicated series / mission25.0/25
All-volunteer nonprofit whose entire mission is promoting experimental and improvised music; runs the Outset Series, Confluence visiting-artist series, the Extradition Series and the annual Improvisation Summit of Portland.
[1] [2]Frequency of relevant shows16.0/20
Outset Series runs roughly twice monthly, plus additional Confluence and Extradition concerts and an annual summit.
[1]Artist roster20.0/20
Presents local and touring improvisers and experimental composers.
[1]Self-description12.0/12
States its mission is to promote experimental and improvised music.
[1]Operating model10.0/10
All-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit; sliding-scale, non-commercial shows.
[1]Community reputation8.0/8
The central institution of Portland's improvised/experimental music scene, widely covered by Oregon ArtsWatch and Vortex.
[1]Listening-room intent4.0/5
Presents in attentive, non-commercial listening settings dedicated to the music.
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