Our Ensembles
The Rose City Wind Symphony is a traditional wind ensemble with percussion that accepts members without auditions. Rehearsals are held on Thursday nights from 7-9 pm. Recognized as one of the top adult bands in the Portland metro area, RCWS is active on a national level as a member of the Pride Band Alliance and the Association of Concert Bands. We welcome anyone who plays an instrument to consider joining. While many members are accomplished musicians, many new members had not played since high school or college. Join Us!
Rose City Pride Marching Band and Colorguard is our largest and most visible ensemble. This entry level, non-audition band welcomes wind players, percussionists, flags and rifles. Our season runs from May through October and includes events like the Portland Pride parade, Portland Marathon and AIDS Walk Portland.
The Rose City Swing Band is our 18 member swing/jazz band, including vocals. We perform throughout the Portland area at various events.
[Rose City Swing is currently in the process of regrouping and reforming post-COVID.]
The Rose City Pride Bands is a proud member of the Pride Band Alliance.
The purpose of Pride Bands Alliance is to promote LGBTQ+ Music, Visibility and Pride by:
- Providing an international network of LGBTQ+ and affirming bands in all stages of development;
- Promoting music as a medium of communication among people;
- Improving the quality of artistic and organizational aspects of member bands; and
- Stimulating public interest in the unique art form of community bands in our culture.
The Rose City Pride Bands is a proud member of the The Association of Concert Bands
Rose City Pride Bands is a member of the Association of Concert Bands. The mission of the Association of Concert Bands is to foster excellence in Concert Band music through performance, education, and advocacy
