Uptown Music

09/01/2026

08/31/2026

THANK YOU KEIZER! For another amazing Keizer Rapids Summer Sounds concert series! We would not be able to bring you this concert series without the support of our sponsors and the support of the community so THANK YOU ALL!

And we certainly could not do it without our amazing musicians: The Electr@coustics, Five Guys Named Moe, Ty Curtis, Jeanne Gregg Band, Johnny Wheels and the Swamp Donkeys, Dave's Killer Band & JFK!

We can't wait to join you again next year! Speaking of next year, who you would like to see at the Keizer Rapids Summer Sounds next year? Tag them in the comments and as always we will raise the bar even higher to bring you a concert series to remember!

THANK YOU ALL!


Johnny Wheels and the Swamp Donkeys

08/25/2026

We don't usually do this, but since we have a Dolly brick portrait from The Bricksonian, I felt it we should take a moment to share our condolences and pay respect to a Legendary woman. Not just as a singer songwriter, but also as a human being. Rest in Peace, Dolly.

08/25/2026

It was an amazing evening with Dave's Killer Band last Saturday at the Keizer Rapids Summer Sounds concert series! NOW... who's ready to ROCK with JFK this Saturday?!?!

JFK Offers a HUGE variety of great high energy 70's, 80's and 90's FM Big Rock.
Songs from the following artists fill the setlist. Van Halen, AC/DC, Ted Nugent, Journey, Foreigner, Led Zepplin, Black Crowes and many more surprises!

Come experience the music live with us! Join us for an amazing, FREE concert series happening every Saturday night from July 18th to August 29th, 2026!
🎶 Doors @ 5:00 PM
🎶 Music @ 6:00 PM
🍔 Food and drink options will be available for purchase.
The concert lineup:
✅ AUG 29th JFK

08/18/2026

We had a great turnout and an amazing evening with Johnny Wheels and the Swamp Donkeys this last Saturday evening at the Keizer Rapids Summer Sounds! This week we have another great band ready to rock the amphitheater!

Dave's Killer Band!

For the Love of Play.
Dave’s Killer Band is a skilled, professional four-piece from Oregon’s mid-central Willamette Valley.

Driven by guitar, keys, bass, drums, and vocals, the band delivers a smooth-to-funky blend of sophisticated jazz fusion, R&B, Yacht Rock, world grooves, and tastefully selected classics. With an emphasis on melodic interplay, dynamic and expressive feel when needed, the band creates an engaging atmosphere that complements both conversation and celebration.

Come experience the music live with us! Join us for an amazing, FREE concert series happening every Saturday night from July 18th to August 29th, 2026!
🎶 Doors @ 5:00 PM
🎶 Music @ 6:00 PM
🍔 Food and drink options will be available for purchase.
The concert lineup:
✅ AUG 22nd Dave’s Killer Band
AUG 29th JFK

08/11/2026

It was a warm one, but we had a great time with the Jeanne Gregg Band on Saturday at the Keizer Rapids Summer Sounds! This Saturday hang on tight because Johnny Wheels and The Swamp Donkeys are ready to ROCK!

“Nope! You won’t hear a song exactly the same way twice – that’s what CD’s are for. We like to add some spice of musical exploration”

Collectively, the band hails from Oregon, Texas and California and is typically tagged as a Blues band; Although, the diversity of the members’ musical backgrounds becomes evident as the worlds of R&B, Soul, Jazz, Funk and Rock are blended under a Blues umbrella.

Come experience the music live with us! Join us for an amazing, FREE concert series happening every Saturday night from July 18th to August 29th, 2026!
🎶 Doors @ 5:00 PM
🎶 Music @ 6:00 PM
🍔 Food and drink options will be available for purchase.
The concert lineup:
✅ AUG 15th Johnny Wheels and the Swamp Donkeys
AUG 22nd Dave’s Killer Band
AUG 29th JFK

08/10/2026

Attention Santiam and surrounding areas! Are you ready to start your string journey?

Santiam Strings are offering classes group string classes for students age 4 and up! Scan the QR code to fill out the interest survey and gain access to signups 2 weeks before the general public! This is a great opportunity to be involved in string sessions either on your own or with family and friends!

08/06/2026

We had a blast last week with Ty Curtis at the Keizer Rapids Summer Sounds! We can wait for this weeks performance by Jeanne Gregg Band!

They will be bringing us a mix of Blues, Funk, R&B & Original tunes for you to enjoy!

Come experience the music live with us! Join us for an amazing, FREE concert series happening every Saturday night from July 18th to August 29th, 2026!
🎶 Doors @ 5:00 PM
🎶 Music @ 6:00 PM
🍔 Food and drink options will be available for purchase.
The concert lineup:
✅ AUG 8th Jeanne Gregg Band
AUG 15th Johnny Wheels and the Swamp Donkeys
AUG 22nd Dave’s Killer Band
AUG 29th JFK

08/01/2026

Huge shoutout to one of our most respected brands: Eastman Music Company!

From their quality instruments to their affordable price points and their commitment to putting you (the musician) and us (your local dealer) at the forefront of what really matters: The continued spreading of music through seasoned musicians and beginning players alike.

We want to say THANK YOU~

This is how it all started, and we are proud to say "we'll be there with you" as your story continues.

"Qian Ni, an accomplished flutist from Beijing, founded Eastman in 1992 after graduating from the Boston University School of Music. He never imagined that over the course of 30 years, the company would grow from a small business operated out of the back of his car into a global music supplier.

If you haven't had the chance to play an Eastman (or partnered company) instrument, now is your chance! We stock Eastman band and orchestra instruments, guitars and folk instruments on a regular basis, we are sure you'll find something you'll love!

Eastman Music Company

07/28/2026

Who’s ready for an evening of incredible blues! 🎸 Ty Curtis will be performing this Saturday, August 1st at the Keizer Rapids Summer Sounds concert series! Here’s a little about the artist:

Ty Curtis is one of the Pacific Northwest’s most compelling blues-rock performers, delivering music with soul, power, and passion. A veteran musician with eight albums to his name, Ty has shared the stage with legends including Robert Cray, The Doobie Brothers, George Thorogood, Samantha Fish, and Christone “Kingfish” Ingram. Backed by a phenomenal band, his electrifying guitar work, soulful vocals, and high-energy performances have earned him multiple Blues Rock Review accolades and a 2nd place finish at the prestigious 2009 International Blues Challenge in Memphis. If you’re a lifelong blues fan, Ty Curtis brings a performance you won’t want to miss.

Now that you’ve met the artist, come experience the music live with us! Join us for an amazing, FREE concert series happening every Saturday night from July 18th to August 29th, 2026!
🎶 Doors @ 5:00 PM
🎶 Music @ 6:00 PM
🍔 Food and drink options will be available for purchase.
The concert lineup:
✅ AUG 1st Ty Curtis
AUG 8th Jeanne Gregg Band
AUG 15th Johnny Wheels and the Swamp Donkeys
AUG 22nd Dave’s Killer Band
AUG 29th JFK