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Music on Main: Jujuba

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Nigerian Afrobeat and Juju Music

Jujuba [jo͞o jo͞o bah] delivers a funky, danceable style of Nigerian Afrobeat and juju music. The ten-piece ensemble features Nigerian master talking drum legend, Nojeem Lasisi, a world-class West African and Cuban percussion section, a blazing horn section, and a funky electric rhythm section. Renowned for their ability to engage a wide variety of audiences, the band draws a dance floor full of smiling faces at every performance.

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About Music on Main

On Wednesday evenings in July and August, Portland’5 takes advantage of the summer weather in Portland to present the Music on Main concert series. The free outdoor concerts are held on Main Street next to Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall—between Southwest Broadway and Park Avenue in downtown Portland—and feature popular local musicians playing a diverse collection of music.

Music on Main is open to the public and the concerts run from 5pm to 7pm. All ages are welcome. Seating is available on a first come, first-served basis—tickets are not required.

Food & Drinks Available

Food and drinks (including alcohol for those 21+ w/ ID) are available on site. Tables are reserved for food and beverage patrons. Table service begins at 4pm.

Thanks to Our Sponsors!

Music on Main is made possible through the generous support of: Brown Forman, Rogue, Tito’s, Charlies Produce, Deschutes Brewery, Trichero Family Wines, Union Wine Company, Palm Bay, High Heaven, Coppola Sofia, Banfi Winery, Pacific Rim and Rainstorm.

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