Upcoming Events
We are now welcoming everyone to our new space in Lloyd Center, with events at least once a week, including workshops. We are also continuing our gear lending program, and have begun offering Studio Hours as well.
Many of our workshops hit capacity, so be sure to grab a ticket before they sell out! To stay up to date about future Synth Library events keep an eye on this always-updating webpage, follow our socials, and make you’re signed up for our newsletter!
Open Library Hours
All are welcome to join us for an informal open house at the synth library. Meet our facilitators, explore our collection of gear, and find out more about our Studio Hours and our Lending Program. We will have instruments set up and ready for solo or collaborative jamming. It's a great way to find like-minded friends and collaborators! We can nerd out about our music tools, ask and answer questions about our craft, play some music together, or explore the library's vast array of instruments in an inviting environment. We will answer questions about our gear, event programming, and membership + volunteer opportunities if you want to get more involved.
Saturday, July 27th
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
(or any portion of the above time window)
@ 1256 Lloyd Center
2nd Floor, across from NAACP
Free, RSVP required.
Modbang PDX
A live event celebrating hardware-only electronic music. All proceeds benefit Synth Library Portland. Modbang is a live music event dedicated to showcasing local talent in the electronic music community. What sets Modbang apart is its strict adherence to hardware-only performances – no computers allowed. This unique restriction challenges artists to push the boundaries of creativity and skill using only their hardware setups.
More info here
Saturday, July 27th
Doors at 7:00 pm
The SiX, Portland, OR
3341 SE Belmont St ste 666 (map)
Tickets here
In this workshop you will learn the magic of tape loops—how they work, how to make them, and why they've been a beloved technique for years.
This two-hour workshop is beginner friendly--no experience is required.
Sunday, July 28th
12pm - 2pm
@ 1256 Lloyd Center
2nd Floor, across from NAACP
$20 sliding scale
More info and Tickets here
Rings into Clouds in VCV: Modeling, Granular, and Mutable Design
This intermediate synthesis workshop offers an introduction to physical modeling and granular sound design techniques using free, open source modular software. Beyond using ports of Rings and Clouds, we’ll dive into the common design language of Mutable Instruments modules so you can get the most of these innovative music tools generously made accessible to all.
Wednesday, July 31st
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
@ 1256 Lloyd Center
2nd Floor, across from NAACP
$10-20 sliding scale
(tickets required to attend, no one turned away for lack of funds, email info@synthlibraryportland.com for no-cost tickets)
Modular on the Spot PDX August 2024
Modular On The Spot PDX is a free outdoor concert series taking place at a different location each month this Summer. MOTS is an informal gathering for collective listening, connecting with other folks in the Portland synth community, and experiencing in nature a showcase of local sound artists and musicians as they create short hardware electronic sets.
Sunday, August 4th
6 pm - 9 pm
Location: Skidmore Bluffs
Free, RSVP requested (Donation to Synth Library Portland recommended)
Women and Non-Binary Electronic Music Meetup
All women and non-binary folks are welcome to join us for the first of a monthly event series that encourages learning together, jam together, and connect with other artists in the area. We want to create a welcoming environment to help grow our community of electronic musicians for all femmes and enbies regardless of skill level or experience.
Wednesday, August 8th
5:30PM - 7:00PM
Recurs Every 1st Wednesday of the Month!
@ 1256 Lloyd Center
2nd Floor, across from NAACP
Free but RSVP required
Intro to Modular Synthesis
Learn the fundamentals of modular synthesis in this beginner workshop with no prior knowledge necessary. Hands-on instruction puts concepts into practice. Open to all.
Sunday, August 11th
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
@ 1256 Lloyd Center
2nd Floor, across from NAACP
$10-20 sliding scale
(ticket link available soon; tickets required to attend, no one turned away for lack of funds, email info@synthlibraryportland.com for low-cost or no-cost tickets)
Intro to Modular Synthesis for Women, Femmes, and Non-Binary
All Women, Femmes, and Non-Binary folks are welcome to join us as we learn the fundamentals of modular synthesis in this beginner workshop. We strive to create a welcoming environment and want to emphasize that no prior music or synth knowledge is necessary to attend. Hands-on instruction puts concepts into practice.
Saturday, August 17th
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
@ 1256 Lloyd Center
2nd Floor, across from NAACP
$10-20 sliding scale
(tickets required to attend, no one turned away for lack of funds, email info@synthlibraryportland.com for low-cost or no-cost tickets)
Performing Modular Live: Techniques, Best Practices and Working with Samplers
Come join us as we demystify the world of modular live performance! We’ll talk best practices for how to setup a rack for performance, how to stretch a single patch into a full set, and how I incorporate samplers into my live workflow. Whether you’re new to performing with your modular or a seasoned pro, you’ll be sure to learn something new in this workshop.
Saturday, August 17th
4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
@ 1256 Lloyd Center
2nd Floor, across from NAACP
$10-20 sliding scale
(tickets required to attend, no one turned away for lack of funds, email info@synthlibraryportland.com for low-cost or no-cost tickets)
Video Mixer
Meet up for the PDX video art/synthesis/glitch community, including an overview of our video art workstation and hands-on time with video synthesis and image processing equipment - details coming soon!
Sunday, August 18th
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
@ 1256 Lloyd Center
2nd Floor, across from NAACP
$0-$20 Pay What You Can
Tickets are required to attend
Modular on the Spot PDX September 2024
Modular On The Spot PDX is a free outdoor concert series taking place at a different location each month this Summer. MOTS is an informal gathering for collective listening, connecting with other folks in the Portland synth community, and experiencing in nature a showcase of local sound artists and musicians as they create short hardware electronic sets.
Sunday, September 15th
6 pm - 9 pm
Location: Cathedral Park
Free, RSVP requested (Donation to Synth Library Portland recommended)
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