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Music We Remember

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Music We Remember is the preferred source for live entertainment in the 65+ market around the Portland/Vancouver and Salem area. From SOLO acts for happy hours in Independent Retirement, Assisted Living, and lively Memory Care dance parties, to BANDS for your next open house event or concert series, we're your go-to! Our growing lineup of performers across major mid-century top 40 styles resonate with our audiences and single bookings often become monthly or weekly subscription performances (at reduced rates)! Liven up your next event, party, or open house with some Music We Remember! We can't wait to serve you, or your community at large. Senior Living Retirement Communities Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care Skilled Nursing Oldies Classics Rock n Roll Swing Jazz Pop Country Western R&B Blues Motown Soul Crooner 1920s 1930s 1940s 1950s 1960s 1970s
Overview

Hired 3 times

Serves Portland, OR

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5 employees

9 years in business

Business hours

Sun8:00 am - 9:00 pmMon8:00 am - 9:00 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

Services offered
Music types
Event type

Wedding reception

Wedding ceremony

Birthday party

Cocktail hour

Music genres

Jazz / Blues

Covers

Variety

Country / bluegrass

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Katie B.

Sep 21, 2026

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Highly recommend doing business with Music We Remember! We had one of their performers at a birthday event at our retirement center, and everyone loved him. John made everything easy to set up and was very thorough with his communication throughout the process. We had a great experience and would highly recommend Music We Remember!

Details: Birthday party • 25 guests or fewer • 51 or older • Vocals • Guitar • Other strings • Jazz / Blues • Covers • Variety • Country / bluegrass • Oldies • Other • Banquet hall / ballroom

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TAFV L.

May 27, 2026

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From Google

We have worked with John for over a decade now. Since he created Music We Remember it has created exactly what this industry needs! He is reliable, incredible at coordinating strong talent. He considers the type of talent our community needs. Five stars all the way! ---Touchmark at Fairway Village
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Jennifer B.

Nov 13, 2025

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John and his team often visit our senior living communities The Ackerly at Reed's Crossing and Russellville Park and instantly add warmth and joy to our residents lives! He is so easy to work with, professional and pleasure to have in our buildings. Thank you John!
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Jessie C.

Apr 29, 2025

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Hillsborodcr

Mar 11, 2025

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Working with John and Music We Remember is an incredible experience from start to finish. Johns professionalism, warmth, and passion for music truly shines through in everything he does. Not only does he curate the perfect playlist for each event, but the musicians he hires are top-notch. They bring energy, skill, and a love for the craft that creates an unforgettable atmosphere. The entire team worked seamlessly to elevate our event, and their ability to engage the crowd made it truly special. I cant recommend John and his talented musicians enough they bring something truly unique and exceptional to every event. A true 5-star experience!
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