Dedicated series / mission25.0/25
A curated concert series presenting 20th- and 21st-century experimental music at the intersection of composition and improvisation - notated scores, graphic/text works and structured improvisations.
[1] [2]Frequency of relevant shows8.0/20
Tightly curated quarterly concerts plus occasional recital events.
[1]Artist roster20.0/20
Draws musicians from Oregon's classical, jazz, electronic and improvised communities to realize experimental works.
[1]Self-description12.0/12
Name derives from "Ex[perimental]tradition"; explicitly explores the American experimental tradition and structured improvisation.
[1]Operating model10.0/10
Curated by Matt Hannafin and presented by the nonprofit Creative Music Guild.
[1]Community reputation6.4/8
Recognized in Oregon ArtsWatch as one of Portland's improvisation institutions.
[1]Listening-room intent5.0/5
Presented in attentive recital/concert settings (e.g. Leaven Community Center).
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