Program Description
Presenting a Deep Dive with Meg Samples, an exploration shaped by her roots in jazz, musical craft, and storytelling, tracing the drummers and recordings that continue to resonate across time.
About Meg Samples
Meg has spent her life in conversation with rhythm. Rooted in the jazz tradition, she honed her craft studying and performing in Louisville, Kentucky before bringing her talents to Portland, Oregon in 2019. A performer, educator, and champion for the power of music, Meg serves as Interim General Manager at KMHD, Portland's home for jazz and boundary-pushing sound. In that role, she brings the same instincts she's developed behind the kit: attentiveness, timing, and a deep respect for the ensemble. She has directed percussion ensembles, taught private lessons, and continues to perform, living out her belief that great music is built on as much listening as it is playing.
The Listening Experience
This program is part of Mono Space’s intentional listening series, a seated, focused format centered around the OJAS hi-fi sound system. Sessions last 60 to 90 minutes, with 30 minutes of open listening before and after. Up to 50 guests gather in a shared setting to experience curated recordings, guided by a host who offers context and reflections as the music unfolds. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. Phones and cameras are set aside to support attention and presence. Details about visiting the space, accessibility, and ticketing can be found in the FAQs.
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