In 1994 in his hometown of Portland, Oregon, Thomas Lauderdale was working in politics, with the intention of eventually running for office. Like other eager politicians-in-training, he went to every political fundraiser under the sun… but was dismayed to find the music at these events underwhelming, lackluster, loud and un-neighborly. Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world – crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop – and hoping to appeal to conservatives and liberals alike, he founded the “little orchestra” Pink Martini in 1994 provide more beautiful and inclusive musical soundtracks for political fundraisers for causes such as civil rights, affordable housing, cleaning up the Willamette River, funding for libraries, public broadcasting, education and parks.

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FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre

Celebrating 30 years, Pink Martini has taken audiences around the world, sashaying between French café music, Brazilian sambas, Cuban rumbas and a dash of jazz. Featuring the multilingual vocals of China Forbes, the ensemble from Portland, Oregon, presents a mixture of recent songs and vintage favorites.

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Pink Martini featuring China Forbes: 30th Anniversary Tour

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Pink Martini returns to the Playhouse for the first time in seven years! Featuring more than a dozen musicians with songs in 25 languages, Pink Martini performs its multilingual repertoire on concert stages and with symphony orchestras throughout the world. The band has played with more than 70 orchestras in venues as vast as Carnegie Hall, Royal Albert Hall, Hollywood Bowl, and Sydney Opera House.

Pink Martini Featuring China Forbes

Ridgefield Playhouse

The one-of-a-kind and wildly popular Pink Martini, along with founder and pianist Thomas Lauderdale and vocalist China Forbes, return to join Principal Pops Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez and the Nashville Symphony. Whether it is your first time hearing Pink Martini or one of many, you will not want to miss their ultimate blend of classical, Latin, traditional pop, and jazz live at the Schermerhorn.

Pink Martini Featuring China Forbes: 30th Anniversary Tour

Nashville Symphony Schermerhorn Symphony Center

Featuring a dozen musicians, with songs in 25 languages, Pink Martini performs its multilingual repertoire on concert stages on six continents. After making it’s European debut at the Cannes Film Festival in 1997 and its orchestral debut with the Oregon Symphony in 1998, the band has gone on to play with more than 50 orchestras around the world, including multiple engagements with the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl, the Boston Pops, the National Symphony at the Kennedy Center, the San Francisco Symphony, and the BBC Concert Orchestra at Royal Albert Hall in London. Pink Martini has released 11 studio albums on its own independent label Heinz Records (named after Lauderdale’s dog), selling over 3 million albums worldwide.

The Flynn

Celebrate 30 years of Pink Martini, the “little orchestra” that could, as they bring their globally inspired repertoire to the stage with the BPO. Under the direction of Ron Spigelman and featuring the iconic China Forbes, Pink Martini transcends genres by blending elements of classical, jazz, international music, and timeless pop. Founded by Thomas Lauderdale and showcasing Forbes’ captivating voice, the ensemble delivers songs in multiple languages, reflecting their commitment to global harmony and musical exploration. This concert promises to whisk you away on a musical journey around the world, making for an unforgettable evening where the universal language of music is spoken fluently and with great passion.

Kleinhans Music Hall

Brimming with “fizzy spirit and breezy sophistication” (Chicago Sun-Times), Pink Martini is a glamorous and global phenomenon. Say “oui” to an exhilarating evening featuring a mix of Brazilian samba, Parisian café music, cabaret, and vintage jazz as this Denver favorite returns, featuring lead singer China Forbes.

Pink Martini with your Colorado Symphony

Denver Performing Arts Complex

In 1994, in his hometown of Portland, Oregon, Thomas Lauderdale was working in politics, thinking he would run for mayor one day. Like other eager politicians-in-training, he went to every political fundraiser under the sun… but was dismayed to find the music at these events underwhelming, lackluster, loud, and un-neighborly. Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world—crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop—and hoping to appeal to conservatives and liberals alike, he founded the “little orchestra” Pink Martini in 1994. His aim? To provide more beautiful and inclusive musical soundtracks for political fundraisers supporting causes such as civil rights, affordable housing, the environment, libraries, public broadcasting, education, and parks.

Pink Martini featuring China Forbes

AT&T Performing Arts Center

In 1994, in his hometown of Portland, Oregon, Thomas Lauderdale was working in politics, thinking he would run for mayor one day. Like other eager politicians-in-training, he went to every political fundraiser under the sun… but was dismayed to find the music at these events underwhelming, lackluster, loud, and un-neighborly. Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world—crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop—and hoping to appeal to conservatives and liberals alike, he founded the “little orchestra” Pink Martini in 1994. His aim? To provide more beautiful and inclusive musical soundtracks for political fundraisers supporting causes such as civil rights, affordable housing, the environment, libraries, public broadcasting, education, and parks. One year later, Lauderdale called China Forbes, a Harvard classmate living in New York City, and asked her to join Pink Martini. They began to write songs together.

The Paramount Theatre

A McCallum favorite returns for six great shows! Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world – crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop – Pink Martini’s diverse repertoire is a blend influenced by Cole Porter and Duke Ellington, Tito Puente and Xavier Cugat, as well as Argentine tango, Brazilian samba, Italian folk, Asian and romantic Hollywood musicals of the 1940s and ’50s. According to bandleader/pianist Thomas Lauderdale, “If the United Nations had a house band in 1962, Pink Martini would be that band.”

McCallum Theatre

Eclectic, classy and universally appealing, internationally-acclaimed band Pink Martini once again brings their charm to Hayes Hall. Founded by pianist Thomas Lauderdale, the band was created to perform reliably entertaining music that could appeal to all people, regardless of political affiliation or nationality. Decades later, Pink Martini has performed countless sold-out shows, bringing their unique sound to enthusiastic fans around the world. Their innovative sound blends latin, jazz, classical and world music genres into something that feels equally timeless and fresh. They are perhaps best known for their hit song Sympathique, which has received praise from American and French listeners alike.

Artis–Naples

Featuring a dozen musicians with songs in 25 languages, Pink Martini performs its multilingual repertoire on concert stages on six continents.  After making its European debut at the Cannes Film Festival in 1997 and its orchestral debut with the Oregon Symphony in 1998, the band has gone on to play with more than 50 orchestras around the world, including multiple engagements with the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl, the Boston Pops, the National Symphony at the Kennedy Center, the San Francisco Symphony, the Cleveland Orchestra, and the BBC Concert Orchestra at Royal Albert Hall in London.  In 2014, Pink Martini was inducted into both the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame and the Oregon Music Hall of Fame.

Florida Theatre

Pink Martini bring their distinctive style, a captivating fusion of pop, jazz, and classical music, back to the Symphony—with the silky, sultry voice of singer China Forbes featured front and center.

Pink Martini - NC Symphony

Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Featuring a dozen musicians, with songs in 25 languages, Pink Martini performs its multilingual repertoire on concert stages on six continents. After making it’s European debut at the Cannes Film Festival in 1997 and its orchestral debut with the Oregon Symphony in 1998, the band has gone on to play with more than 50 orchestras around the world, including multiple engagements with the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl, the Boston Pops, the National Symphony at the Kennedy Center, the San Francisco Symphony, the Cleveland Orchestra, and the BBC Concert Orchestra at Royal Albert Hall in London. In 2014, Pink Martini was inducted into both the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame and the Oregon Music Hall of Fame.

Martin Woldson Theater

Pink Martini, featuring China Forbes, return for another quintessentially eclectic New Year’s program that mixes Brazilian samba, party sounds of ’30s Cuban dance music, and a dash of Parisian café cool. There’s no classier way to ring in 2024!

New Year’s Eve with Pink Martini

Walt Disney Concert Hall

Join your Oregon Symphony for a festive evening with Pink Martini! Featuring a mix of classic Christmas songs and Pink Martini’s signature blend of jazz, classical, and pop music, this is the perfect way to celebrate a very Portland Christmas.

Pink Martini: Hometown for the Holidays with the Oregon Symphony

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

Pink Martini returns to Chandler for a “rollicking around-the-world musical adventure” that will get you into the holiday spirit. Featuring a dozen musicians, with songs in 25 languages, Pink Martini has performed its multilingual repertoire on concert stages on six continents, crossing genres of classical, jazz, and old-fashioned pop. This is a holiday show unlike any you have heard.

Pink Martini featuring China Forbes: Tons of Tinsel Tour

Chandler Center for the Arts

Pound for pound, no other band does what Pink Martini does. With the combined power of a dozen musicians, the self-described “little orchestra” performs a rollicking cross-genre mix of classical, jazz, and old-fashioned pop The Washington Post called “rich, hugely approachable, utterly cosmopolitan yet utterly unpretentious... it seems to speak to just about everybody.” The return with their infectiously joyous, dance-friendly takes on classic holiday music to make your season swing.

SFJAZZ Center

Pink Martini’s acclaimed and genre-crossing fusion of musical styles is just the thing to stir your soul (and your drink!) under the stars this summer. Featuring more than a dozen musicians, with songs that draw international inspiration and range in style from classical to jazz to old-fashioned pop and more, this self-described “little orchestra” has performed its extraordinary multilingual repertoire on stages worldwide – including with more than 50 of the globe’s greatest orchestras. Pink Martini has sold over three million albums and its songs have been streamed over 450,000,000 times on Spotify and Apple Music. As band founder Thomas Lauderdale describes, “Pink Martini is a rollicking around-the-world musical adventure.” Join us at Sand Harbor and experience the wildly popular, award-winning sound that has made this extraordinary ensemble an international phenomenon.

The 9th Annual Prim Music Night

Sand Harbor at Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park

In 1994 in his hometown of Portland, Oregon, Thomas Lauderdale was working on political campaigns, with the intention of eventually running for office. Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world – crossing genres of classical, jazz, and old-fashioned pop – and hoping to appeal to conservatives and liberals alike, he founded the “little orchestra” Pink Martini “to bring a little bit of “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” to political fundraising for causes such as civil rights, affordable housing, cleaning up the Willamette River, libraries and education, among others.

Pink Martini at Belly Up

Belly Up Aspen

Pink Martini, the self-described “little orchestra,” joins The Phoenix Symphony and conductor Sarah Hicks for an evening of cabaret, samba, retro pop, and jazz. With their wildly popular genre-crossing, global fusion of musical styles, Pink Martini is just the thing to stir your drink this season.

Orpheum Theatre

Pink Martini is synonymous with genre-bridging innovative music. Over 28 years and 10 albums, they have crafted a style that is entirely their own through international influences and a fabulous roster of musicians. Their return to the TSO heralds a not-to-be-missed boisterous experience filled with classics and new favorites.

Linda Ronstadt Music Hall

Featuring a dozen musicians, with songs in 25 languages, Pink Martini performs its multilingual repertoire on concert stages on six continents. After making their European debut at the Cannes Film Festival in 1997 and orchestral debut with the Oregon Symphony in 1998, the band has gone on to play with more than 50 orchestras around the world, including multiple engagements with the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl, the Boston Pops, the National Symphony at the Kennedy Center, the San Francisco Symphony, the Cleveland Orchestra, and the BBC Concert Orchestra at Royal Albert Hall in London. In 2014, Pink Martini was inducted into both the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame and the Oregon Music Hall of Fame.

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world – crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop – Pink Martini’s diverse repertoire is a blend influenced by Cole Porter and Duke Ellington, Tito Puente and Xavier Cugat, as well as Argentine tango, Brazilian samba, Italian folk, Asian and romantic Hollywood musicals of the 1940s and ’50s. According to bandleader/pianist Thomas Lauderdale, “If the United Nations had a house band in 1962, Pink Martini would be that band.”

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