Woodwind/Brass Workshops
Portland Youth Philharmonic is offering a FREE, in-person Woodwind and Brass Workshops that will be taught by music faculty from Portland State University’s Music Department.
These workshops are open not only to members of the PYP organization but also anyone who is interested in refining their skills on a woodwind/brass instrument.
We ask that participants have at least 1 year of experience on their instrument; participation in our ensembles is not required but we hope that you consider joining one of our ensembles!
Our teaching team
- Woodwind Coaches
We’re pleased to have partnered with the Portland State University School of Music and Theater for our workshops this year!
2025-2026 Coaches to be announced soon!
The following woodwind professionals have taught at our clinic in previous years.
Zach Galatis, flute (PSU and Oregon Symphony)
Victoria Racz, oboe (NW Oboe Seminar, NOVA NW)
Kai Rocke, bassoon (Oregon Symphony)
David Hattner, clarinet (Musical Director of PYP)
Mark Pipes, saxophone (Beaverton Symphony, Willamette Falls Symphony)- Brass Coaches
We’re pleased to have partnered with the Portland State University School of Music and Theater for our workshops this year!
2025-2026 Coaches to be announced soon!
The following brass professionals have taught at our clinic in previous years.
Jeffrey Work, trumpet (Oregon Symphony)
Graham Kingsbury, French horn (Oregon Symphony)
Li Kuang, trombone (PSU)
JáTtik Clark, euphonium & tuba (PSU, Oregon Symphony)
What you need to know
- Who
These workshops are designed for musicians who have at least 1 year of experience on their woodwind/brass instrument and are interested in receiving specialized feedback from our own music director, David Hattner, and PSU music faculty.
We offer instruction on the following instruments:
Flute
Oboe
Bassoon
Clarinet
Saxophone
Trumpet
French Horn
Trombone
Euphonium
Tuba- When
2025-2026 Season Save the Dates!
Woodwind Workshop: Wednesday, October 1st from 6:30-8:15 PM
Brass Workshop: Wednesday, October 15th from 6:30-8:15 PM
We invite all participants to join us for the remainder of our PYWE rehearsal! (8:15-9:00 PM)
- Where
Jackson Middle School
10625 SW 35th Ave, Portland, OR 97219- Register
For any questions, please contact our Community Engagement Coordinator, Malu Ose: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).