Ants Ants Ants: A VSAA Orchestra Benefit Show
Dec
13

Ants Ants Ants: A VSAA Orchestra Benefit Show

Join Ants Ants Ants—a Portland-based band featuring family-friendly music featuring Johnny Clay (The Dimes), Dave Gulick, and Nat Johnson (Derby)—as they put on a special benefit show benefitting and featuring VSAA Chamber Orchestra.

With stylistic nods to Sesame Street, School House Rock, and "The Point" by Harry Nilsson,Ants Ants Ants recalls the best elements of a fun and fanciful childhood – the thrill of knocking down a tower of blocks; the fun of imagining what your dog is thinking; a make believe world where nocturnal animals meet in the park at night to play games.

Tickets: $15 (kids 6 & under are free)

A huge thank you to Ants Ants Ants, our event sponsors (The Hungry Sasquatch, Silver Ball Social Club,Eastbank Contractor Appliances,‍ ‍Artisan Craft & Design), and The Kiggins for making it possible for VSAA Orchestra to receive 100% of the proceeds from this event.

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VSAA Arts Booster Club Meeting!
Dec
16

VSAA Arts Booster Club Meeting!

You are invited to join us for our December VSAA Arts Booster Club meeting! Come out to meet the ‘25-’26 board members, committee chairs, and amazing art form teachers. We will update you on what’s going on with each art forms’ fundraising efforts and how we can all support our students and art forms. Let’s do this!

Please park on 32nd Street and enter through to doors by the Orchestra room on 32nd at the corner of 32nd and Main.

Can’t make it in person? No problem! Join us online at https://meet.google.com/wag-zsdi-yxy or dial 507-479-1613 and use PIN: 951 754 176#

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Pizza & Performance | VSAA Orchestra
Dec
18

Pizza & Performance | VSAA Orchestra

Celebrate VSAA Orchestra with its annual Pizza & Performance!

Admission fee: $10 for guests, $5 for performers

Your admission fee includes dinner + concert!

5:15p - Dinner #1 | Mixed Salad, 1 Large Slice of Costco Pizza (Cheese or Pepperoni), Small Bag of Chips, Drink (Soda or Water), and Dessert (Cream Puffs)

6:15p - 1st Concert: Level 2 + Level 3 + Symphonic

5:15p - Dinner #2 | Mixed Salad, 1 Large Slice of Costco Pizza (Cheese or Pepperoni), Small Bag of Chips, Drink (Soda or Water), and Dessert (Cream Puffs)

8:00p - 2nd Concert: Level 1 + Concert + Chamber

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2nd Annual For the Love of the Arts: VSAA Arts Booster Club Fundraiser
Feb
7

2nd Annual For the Love of the Arts: VSAA Arts Booster Club Fundraiser

Save the Date for our 2nd Annual VSAA Arts Booster Auction!

A VSAA Arts Booster Auction and Performance

We had so much fun last year at the auction, we are looking forward to the second annual! The goal of our event is to raise money for the General Fund operating costs of the Booster Club and any additional funding will be split among the participating arts forms at VSAA to support their individual needs for enrichment and opportunity.

Fundraising goal: $25,000 

The event will be a wonderful collaboration and celebration of the VSAA community and will include food and beverages, a silent and live auction, as well as fundraising games and performances by students and teachers!  

How you can help:

1.  Save the date on your calendar and plan to purchase tickets!

2.   Donate!  Do you have connections to a business or family that may be able to sponsor or donate items to the silent or live auction?

Please contact us at events@vsaaartsbooster.org 

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Winter Band Concert!
Dec
10

Winter Band Concert!

Celebrate VSAA Band with a festive baked goods and great music.

Admission fee: $10

5:15p - Bake Sale opens! Come early for the best goodies!

6:00p - 1st Concert: Foundations + Elements + Jazz 2 + Wind Ensemble

7:15p - 2nd Concert: Rep Jazz + Concert Band + Wind Ensemble + Combos/Jam Sesh

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Santa Photos at Riverview Bank Salmon Creek x VSAA Orchestra
Dec
8

Santa Photos at Riverview Bank Salmon Creek x VSAA Orchestra

Join us for an afternoon of music, memories, and holiday magic! Bring your family (and your pets!) for a festive photo with the big guy himself. Enjoy live holiday music from the talented students of the VSAA Orchestra, have a holiday treat, let the kids get creative in our winter craft corner — and soak up all the North Pole cheer.

This event is free to attend.

A $10 suggested donation will be accepted to support the VSAA Orchestra Program.

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Shrek: The Musical!
Nov
22

Shrek: The Musical!

Show Dates:
November 13, 14, 15 and November 20, 21, 22 
Showtime: 7:00 PM


We are offering pre-purchase general admission tickets for this event. Use the link below to access 6 QR codes (one for each night of the show).


General Admission: $15.00 — Please show your pre-purchase receipt at the door.


Shrek: The Musical prepaid tickets

If you would like to purchase a ticket using a student ASB card, the price is $12.00. ASB tickets must be purchased at the door, and students must present their ASB card at the time of purchase.

Prefer to buy tickets in person? No problem!
Tickets will also be available at the door — cash or card accepted.


We can’t wait to see you there and share the magic of Shrek the Musical!

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Shrek: The Musical!
Nov
21

Shrek: The Musical!

Show Dates:
November 13, 14, 15 and November 20, 21, 22 
Showtime: 7:00 PM


We are offering pre-purchase general admission tickets for this event. Use the link below to access 6 QR codes (one for each night of the show).


General Admission: $15.00 — Please show your pre-purchase receipt at the door.


Shrek: The Musical prepaid tickets

If you would like to purchase a ticket using a student ASB card, the price is $12.00. ASB tickets must be purchased at the door, and students must present their ASB card at the time of purchase.

Prefer to buy tickets in person? No problem!
Tickets will also be available at the door — cash or card accepted.


We can’t wait to see you there and share the magic of Shrek the Musical!

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Shrek: The Musical!
Nov
20

Shrek: The Musical!

Show Dates:
November 13, 14, 15 and November 20, 21, 22 
Showtime: 7:00 PM


We are offering pre-purchase general admission tickets for this event. Use the link below to access 6 QR codes (one for each night of the show).


General Admission: $15.00 — Please show your pre-purchase receipt at the door.


Shrek: The Musical prepaid tickets

If you would like to purchase a ticket using a student ASB card, the price is $12.00. ASB tickets must be purchased at the door, and students must present their ASB card at the time of purchase.

Prefer to buy tickets in person? No problem!
Tickets will also be available at the door — cash or card accepted.


We can’t wait to see you there and share the magic of Shrek the Musical!

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VSAA Arts Booster Club Meeting!
Nov
18

VSAA Arts Booster Club Meeting!

You are invited to join us for our November VSAA Arts Booster Club meeting! Come out to meet the ‘25-’26 board members, committee chairs, and amazing art form teachers. We will update you on what’s going on with each art forms’ fundraising efforts and how we can all support our students and art forms. Let’s do this!

Please park on 32nd Street and enter through to doors by the Orchestra room on 32nd at the corner of 32nd and Main.

Can’t make it in person? No problem! Join us online at https://meet.google.com/wag-zsdi-yxy or dial 507-479-1613 and use PIN: 951 754 176#

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Shrek: The Musical!
Nov
15

Shrek: The Musical!

Show Dates:
November 13, 14, 15 and November 20, 21, 22 
Showtime: 7:00 PM


We are offering pre-purchase general admission tickets for this event. Use the link below to access 6 QR codes (one for each night of the show).


General Admission: $15.00 — Please show your pre-purchase receipt at the door.


Shrek: The Musical prepaid tickets

If you would like to purchase a ticket using a student ASB card, the price is $12.00. ASB tickets must be purchased at the door, and students must present their ASB card at the time of purchase.

Prefer to buy tickets in person? No problem!
Tickets will also be available at the door — cash or card accepted.


We can’t wait to see you there and share the magic of Shrek the Musical!

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Shrek: The Musical!
Nov
14

Shrek: The Musical!

Show Dates:
November 13, 14, 15 and November 20, 21, 22 
Showtime: 7:00 PM


We are offering pre-purchase general admission tickets for this event. Use the link below to access 6 QR codes (one for each night of the show).


General Admission: $15.00 — Please show your pre-purchase receipt at the door.


Shrek: The Musical prepaid tickets

If you would like to purchase a ticket using a student ASB card, the price is $12.00. ASB tickets must be purchased at the door, and students must present their ASB card at the time of purchase.

Prefer to buy tickets in person? No problem!
Tickets will also be available at the door — cash or card accepted.


We can’t wait to see you there and share the magic of Shrek the Musical!

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Shrek: The Musical!
Nov
13

Shrek: The Musical!

Show Dates:
November 13, 14, 15 and November 20, 21, 22 
Showtime: 7:00 PM


We are offering pre-purchase general admission tickets for this event. Use the link below to access 6 QR codes (one for each night of the show).


General Admission: $15.00 — Please show your pre-purchase receipt at the door.


Shrek: The Musical prepaid tickets

If you would like to purchase a ticket using a student ASB card, the price is $12.00. ASB tickets must be purchased at the door, and students must present their ASB card at the time of purchase.

Prefer to buy tickets in person? No problem!
Tickets will also be available at the door — cash or card accepted.


We can’t wait to see you there and share the magic of Shrek the Musical!

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Skeletunes: VSAA Band Fall Concert
Oct
28

Skeletunes: VSAA Band Fall Concert

Come listen to some spooky Skeletunes with Elements Band, Concert Band Wind Ensemble, and Rep Jazz at the Durst Theater at VSAA.

Costumes encouraged!

Sweet and scary concessions will be sold to help benefit the VSAA Band program. Concession sales sponsored by VSAA Arts Booster Club.

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Fall Fruit Fundraiser: VSAA Orchestra
Oct
27

Fall Fruit Fundraiser: VSAA Orchestra

VSAA Orchestra is thrilled to be partnering with Kiyokawa Family Orchards to offer you the most amazing apples (10 varieties + a fall mix box) and pears (2 varieties + a winter mix box) for fall baking, snacking, canning, and gifting. 🍎🍐

  • Orders can be placed with students for cash or check payments or online for credit card/Venmo/CashApp payments through our store at http://givebutter.com/fallfruit25. Please note that the site lists it as an auction (something we can’t change), but the “Buy Now!” feature allows us to operate it like a store and accept electronic payment.

  • All orders and payments are due by Monday, November 3rd.

  • All orders will be available for pick up on Friday, November 7th from 4:10-6:30p by the Orchestra room. If you are unable to pick up your order then, please reach out to info@vsaaartsbooster.org after your order has been placed.

Kiyokawa Family Orchards is family-owned and operated, sustainably growing the finest seasonal produce since 1911. The fertile soils found at the base of Mt. Hood and rarified, glacier-fed water sources create a unique growing environment allowing them to offer over 150 distinct varieties of apples, pears, asian pears, cherries and stone fruit. 

Thank you for supporting VSAA Orchestra! 🖤

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Spooktacular: VSAA Orchestra Fall Concert
Oct
24

Spooktacular: VSAA Orchestra Fall Concert

The Concert, Symphonic, and Chamber Orchestras will be performing in the 5th annual Spooktacular Concert!

The Symphonic and Chamber ensembles will be performing in collaboration with Extended Day Dance Ensemble (EDDE). The concert is free to attend, but donations are always graciously accepted. 

The concert will take place from 7:00-7:45PM, followed by a little reception in the courtyard (or Flex Space, depending on weather).

The reception will have hot apple cider and other seasonal treats.

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VSAA Arts Booster Club Meeting!
Oct
21

VSAA Arts Booster Club Meeting!

You are invited to join us for our October VSAA Arts Booster Club meeting! Come out to meet the ‘25-’26 board members, committee chairs, and amazing art form teachers. We will update you on what’s going on with each art forms’ fundraising efforts and how we can all support our students and art forms. Let’s do this!

Please park on 32nd Street and enter through to doors by the Orchestra room on 32nd at the corner of 32nd and Main.

Can’t make it in person? No problem! Join us online at https://meet.google.com/wag-zsdi-yxy or dial 507-479-1613 and use PIN: 951 754 176#

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3rd Annual Sips & Serenades
Oct
18

3rd Annual Sips & Serenades

Join us at VSAA Orchestra's 3rd Annual Sips & Serenades, our cornerstone fundraising event dedicated to reaching our highest-ever fundraising goal. This event brings together music, community, and philanthropy to celebrate the arts and the vital role they play in shaping students and the way they interact in the world. By attending, bidding, or donating, you are directly contributing to the cultivation of lifelong music lovers, creators, and advocates. All gifts are tax-deductible and 100% of the funds raised from this event are shared with the entire VSAA Orchestra program. 

The funds raised at this event will be used for:

  • FESTIVAL/COMPETITION AND TRAVEL FEES: Every Orchestra ensemble will be attending festivals and competitions throughout the year. Highlight: Chamber Orchestra will experience its first-ever international trip that includes a master class and performance at a World Heritage site in the South of France 🇫🇷 and Spain 🇪🇸.

  • GUEST SECTIONAL COACHES: Every Orchestra ensemble will benefit from guest sectional coaches who can work with members of a specific instrument group practice their specific part, working on details like tuning, rhythm, fingering, bowing, tone, and musicality.

  • INSTRUMENT MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENT

Your ticket to our event includes a glass of Dovetail Cellars’ wine or beer or elevated non-alcoholic beverage; hearty hors d'oeuvres; and local, award-winning ice cream. Throughout the evening, you'll enjoy live music, engage in paddle raises and auctions, win raffle prizes, capture the fun at our photo booth, and try your luck at our wine-pull—all designed to help us reach our fundraising goal and provide our students with an unforgettable school year.

This event is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, ensuring that our young, diverse musicians have the support they need to succeed. Together, we can create a future where the arts thrive, both in our schools and in our community. 

Tickets are limited—don't miss your chance to be part of this important effort to support our musical community!

Can’t attend the event? Make an impact today: https://givebutter.com/VSAA_Orchestra

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VSAA High School Band BOWL-O-RAMA Social
Oct
16

VSAA High School Band BOWL-O-RAMA Social

Attention all High School band students! The Bowl-o-Rama HS Band Social is coming up at Allen’s Crosley Lanes on Thursday, October 16th from 6-8p. Be there or be square!

  • High school band students only

  • You must RSVP in groups of 4

  • Arrive at 6p sharp (no late entry)

  • $20 CASH entry (no credit cards!)

  • 50% of your $20 entry fee goes back to VSAA Band!

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Chipotle x VSAA Orchestra fundraiser
Oct
4

Chipotle x VSAA Orchestra fundraiser

On Saturdays, we eat Chipotle! Please go to Chipotle this Saturday, October 4th from 4-8p and order something tasty and satisfying.

Show them the flyer in the restaurant or order online using code YWZPQZK and 25% of your purchase will be donated to the Orchestra program.

For online orders to count towards the fundraiser, they must be placed for pickup only from the restaurant location of, and during the hours of the fundraiser. Delivery orders and gift cards do not qualify.

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VSAA Arts Booster Club Meeting!
Sep
16

VSAA Arts Booster Club Meeting!

You are invited to join us for our first VSAA Arts Booster Club meeting of the year! Come out to meet the ‘25-’26 board members, committee chairs, and amazing art form teachers. We look forward to being in community with you as we discuss our plans for the year and how we can all support our students and art forms. Let’s do this!

Please park on 32nd Street and enter through to doors by the Orchestra room on 32nd at the corner of 32nd and Main.

Can’t make it in person? No problem! Join us online at https://meet.google.com/wag-zsdi-yxy or dial 507-479-1613 and use PIN: 951 754 176#

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Short & Sweet Fundraiser (Orchestra
Aug
29

Short & Sweet Fundraiser (Orchestra

Celebrate the first week of school with a short & sweet treat! Order yourself something delicious (Boba! Mochi donuts! Bánh mì! Salad rolls!) and tell ‘em you’re with VSAA and 20% of your purchase will be donated to the Orchestra program.

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