Sounds of Summer 2022: Where to find live music outside in Salem

Live music while basking in the glory of Oregon’s outdoors? Yes, please. Here’s a look at some of the places you can catch a concert under the stars this summer —

Ankeny Vineyard, 2565 Riverside Dr. S, hosts live music most weekends during the summer. And if you don’t go for the music, go for a taste of estate-grown wines and wood-fired pizzas, plus a glorious sunset. The cost is $5 per person. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 503-378-1498 or going to ankenyvineyard.com

Here’s the lineup (so far) —

July 8: Mark Seymour — 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
July 9: The FlexTones — favorites, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
July 10: Nathan Olsen, Wes Tjernlund & John Pounds — 2 to 4 p.m. (no cover charge)

Basil & Board, 500 Liberty St SE #150, is hosting Live from the Rooftop a summer concert series featuring local artists every Thursday evening in June, July and August. As Salem’s only rooftop dining, you can be sure this will be a hot spot so reservations are recommended. Make yours here.

June 30: Jet, folk/pop
July 7: Dub Orchestra Duvall, improvisation that focuses on dub grooves and Caribbean jazz
July 14: Andrew Hussey with Nathan Olsen, jazz
July 21: Manny Martinez Jazz Quartet, jazz
July 28: Bex Beloved, multi-genre violin and ambient folk
August 4: Moon Music, acid folk duo
August 11: Andrew Hussey with Nathan Olsen, jazz
August 18: Jacob Westfall, singer/songwriter
August 25: Erin Westfall + Erik Moulton, alt-pop

Bryn Mawr Vineyards, 5935 Bethel Heights Road NW, hosts Taco Tuesday which includes live music, 5 to 8 p.m. Tacos are from Newberg food truck, Ricky’s Tacos, plus the vineyard offers a “Featured Wine” at a deep discount. Make your reservations at brynmawrvineyards.com.

June 28: Ben Rice, American roots
July 5: Dead Lee, folk duo
July 12: Jacob Westfall, singer/songwriter
July 19: Roundhouse, rock, folk, bluegrass and jazz
July 26: Beth Willis, rock vocalist
August 2: Jermaine, R&B to hip-hop
August 9: Scott Clay, rock ‘n’ roll to Americana
August 16: Next of Kin, duo
August 23: Ships to Roam, NW indie folk
August 30: LeAnne McClellan Band, rock, jazz, pop and blues

Coria Estate, 8252 Redstone Ave SE, hosts live music on the weekends. Watch for more shows here: https://www.coriaestates.com/happenings

June 19: The Easy Targets — American roots rock, 3 to 5 p.m.
June 26: Leah Hueser — Guitar and vocals, 3 to 5 p.m.

Cubanisimo Vineyards, 1754 Best Rd NW, hosts live music most Friday and Saturday nights. No reservations are required. Info: 503-588-1763, https://cubanisimovineyards.com/

Here’s the upcoming lineup —

July 8: Dylan Santiago — 5 to 7 p.m.
July 9: Matthew Price — singer/songwriter, 1 to 4 p.m.
July 15: Ryan Koh — 5 to 7 p.m.
July 16: The Ferenjis — 1 to 4 p.m.
July 23: Portland Standard Time — jazz, 1 to 4 p.m.
July 29: Sean Paul — 5 to 7 p.m.
July 30: DRTR Band — blues, 1 to 4 p.m.
August 5: Dylan Santiago — 1 to 4 p.m.
August 6: Matthew Price — singer/songwriter, 1 to 4 p.m.
August 12: Ryan Koh — 5 to 7 p.m.
August 13: Steve Adams — blues, classical, jazz, latin, rock, songwriter, 1 to 4 p.m.
August 19: DRTR Band — blues, 5 to 7 p.m.
August 20: Portland Standard Time — 1 to 4 p.m.
August 26: Dylan Santiago — 5 to 7 p.m.
August 27: Big Plans — 1 to 4 p.m.
September 9: Ryan Koh — 5 to 7 p.m.
September 10: Steve Adams — blues, classical, jazz, latin, rock, songwriter, 1 to 4 p.m.
September 16: Matthew Price — singer/songwriter, 5 to 7 p.m.
September 17: The Ferenjis — neo-soul, 1 to 4 p.m.

The Summer Uncorked Concert Series returns to Eola Hills Legacy Estate Vineyard, 1600 Oak Grove Road. The shows take place 6 to 8 p.m. Bring your own chair or blanket and grab a spot on the lawn. Tickets are $10 online or $15 at the door per person for general admission. Children 12 and under are free. Reserve a limited table on the VIP terrace for an additional cost. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. There will be rotating food trucks and a wine bar. No outside food or drinks are permitted. The shows are outdoor and happen rain or shine, so go prepared. Info: 503-623-2405, https://eolahillswinery.com/events/

Here’s what you can hear —

July 1: Tony Smiley, “The LoopNinja”
July 15: Hit Machine, favorite cover tunes
August 5: Dancehall Days
August 19: Cloverdayle, country
September 2: High Street Band, party band

Englewood Forest Festival features live music as part of it’s August 13 event at Englewood Park, 1260 19th St NE. Info: englewoodforestfestival.org

Here’s what’s on stage —

10 a.m. Ceili of the Valley, Celtic Dancing
11 a.m. Phoenix, Folk Pop
12 p.m. Isaac Engel & Leah Burleson, Classical Guitar and Cello
1 p.m. Ty Curtis Band, Rock and Blues
2:30 pm. Ballet Folklorico Guelaguetza, Oaxacan Dancing
3:15 pm. Colores de America, Latino Band

From May through September, the City of Salem is hosting free, all-ages concerts at 8 p.m. on the first Friday of every month at the Gerry Frank | Salem Rotary Amphitheater in downtown Salem’s Riverfront Park. The concerts are a part of Salem’s First Friday Art Walk that takes place in downtown Salem.

Here’s the line-up —

July 1: Wild Ire — alt-rock
August 5: The Ferenjis — neo-soul
September 2: Showtigers — fuzzy, energetic, dynamic rock and roll
October 7: Pachanga — Afro-Latin rhythms, Latin rock

Hudak House (formerly Kathken Vineyard), 5737 Orchard Heights Road NW, hosts Summervine concert series. Shows take place 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $15 online; $20 at the door per person for this 21 and older show.

Here’s the lineup —

July 16: Ty Curtis Band, Blues-rock
July 23: Johnny Wheels, singer/songwriter
August 6: Gold Dust, Fleetwood Mac tribute
August 13: Rolling Tones, Rolling Stones tribute
August 20: Valhalla, Led Zeppelin tribute

Marion County Fair at the Oregon State Fairgrounds offers live music as a small part of its entertainment. The fair takes place July 8 through 10. Buy tickets in advance for a discount. Learn more at https://marioncountyfair.net/

Friday, July 8: Breland
Saturday, July 9: Aaron Watson

MIG Fest, the punk and ska music fest at Minto Island Farm that will take place July 16, is sold out. If you missed your chance for tickets. Sorry! We’ll letcha know how awesome it is.

Minto Island Growers hosts Summer Concerts at its Farm Stand and Food Cart at 3394 Brown Island Rd S. The Food Cart is serving lunch 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday through Sunday and dinner 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Friday. For tickets, call the Farm Stand at 503-931-6840 or pop by during open hours.

Here’s what’s playing —

July 31: Zak Sundel, jazz guitar, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Free
August 6: Salem String Quartet, classical music, 6 to 7:30 p.m. $10
August 20: JJ Gregg & Ravi Albright, meditative sitar and tabla, 5 p.m. Free

The Oregon State Fair is happening from August 26 through September 5. Reserved concert tickets start at $40 and include fair admission. Tickets for VIPPlus Suite Seats (includes free parking, souvenir lanyard, priority entrance, special food service, access to a VIP beverage bar and a reserved seat in the premium center section) are $100 each. A limited number of free seats are available with general fair admission on a first-come, first-serve basis, and while space lasts. Tickets are available here. Info: https://oregonstatefair.org/

This year’s headliners include —

August 29: Rascal Flatts lead singer, Gary LeVox
August 30: Grammy Award-winning reggae artist Shaggy
August 31: Dove Award-winning faith and worship leaders Bethel Music
September 1: Pioneering R&B girl group TLC
September 2: Country music superstar Scotty McCreery
September 3: Rock and Roll Hall of Famers The Beach Boys
September 5: Best-selling hip-hop artist Nelly

Pudding River Wine Cellars, 9374 Sunnyview Road NE, features a free Summer Concert Series with live music 2 to 5 p.m. Sundays. Patio takes can fill up fast so bring your camp chair to sit on the lawn. Info: 503-365-039, https://puddingriver.com/

July 10: Love Lisa James, original music
July 17: Roundhouse Bluegrass, bluegrass
July 24: Robert Meade, singer/songwriter
July 31: James Wright, singer

The West Salem Lions Club hosts the Salem Electric Summer Concert Series at West Salem Park on Rosemont Avenue NW, behind the West Salem Safeway. The concerts are from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. each Thursday in July.

This year’s lineup includes —

July 7: Orvil Ivie Duo featuring Smiley Mike, Contemporary Smooth Jazz
July 14: Billy & the Rockets, Country 50’s 60’s Rock
July 21: Ty Curtis, Rock and Roll flair with southern-fried ambiance
July 28: Gail Gage Jazz Band, cool jazz

Salem Saturday Market, 856 Marion St. SE, features live music 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., in addition to a large variety of fresh, local and handmade products from flowers and produce to artisan food and crafts. Info: salemcommunitymarkets.com.

Here’s what’s on the schedule —

July 2: Old Brown Coat
July 9: Roundhouse
July 16: Leanne McClellan Band
July 23: Mae Day
July 30: Mikael Pederson
August 6: Koral Jam
August 13: Robert Meade
August 20: Gail Gage Jazz
August 27: Steve Hale
September 3: Gusto Brothers
September 10: Ben Dalgas (9 – 11 am)
September 10: Amy Natzke (11:30 am – 1:30 pm)
September 17: A.C.T. 2 Duo
September 24: The Big Time

Trinity Vineyards, 1031 Wahl Lane S, is offering live music all summer long. Plus wine and beer for sale and food available for purchase from a rotating food vendor. Bring a lawn chair as seating is limited. Music is free except where specified. Info: 503-371-6977, https://trinityvineyards.com/

Here’s the lineup so far —