Stumptown Sirens Jazz Orchestra plays at the 1905
Two Shows - 6:30p and 8:30p
The Stumptown Sirens Jazz Orchestra is a powerhouse 11-piece, all-femme ensemble that brings together some of the finest musical talent in the Pacific Northwest. Led by acclaimed conductor and arranger Jessika Smith, the orchestra made its high-profile debut in March 2026 as a featured act of the PDX Jazz Festival. The ensemble boasts a formidable lineup of veteran performers and innovators, including a dynamic saxophone section featuring Mary-Sue Tobin, Michelle Medler, Chelsea Luker, and Mieke Bruggeman. The brass is anchored by trumpeters Sarah Owen and Aliyah Jackson, alongside trombonists Jenny Kellogg and Shayna Waldman. Driving the rhythm section are Kerry Politzer on piano, Leah Hinchcliff on bass, and Rivkah Ross on drums. Blending sophisticated arrangements with a bold, collaborative spirit, the Stumptown Sirens are dedicated to celebrating and elevating the presence of women in the jazz tradition while pushing the boundaries of the big band sound.
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Every day of the week in the evenings, and often multiple times per day on weekends, The 1905 plays host to the exquisite jazz community that Portland has to offer. In addition to keeping a finger on the pulse of the local scene, The 1905 has hosted internationally recognized musicians such as 5 time Grammy award-winner Antonio Sanchez, and Jazz greats like Ralph Peterson Jr.
