Carl Smith Celebration of Life

Carl’s Message to us when he originally put this event together:

Hello, my name is Carl Smith. I have been working in Portland as a professional musician since 1983, beginning with Crazy 8s. I have had the pleasure of sharing the stage with many very talented musicians in the PNW.

In November, I was diagnosed with stage 4 liver cancer. What immediately came to mind was an opportunity to celebrate making music with the special friends I have shared the stage with over the past 40 years.

I realize that at any moment things could take a turn for the worse, and I wanted to bring some friends together to celebrate those good times we’ve had.

It has always been my belief that music can bring the hearts and minds of this world together. In spite of the turmoil in the world today, it all seems to fade away when I am sharing those melodies, harmonies, and rhythms with my friends.

One lyric that has always come back to me is from “Monterey” by The Animals: “If you want to find the truth in life, don’t let music pass you by.”

This event will be held on March 28, 2026 at Hoku Events on Madison, 1125 SE Madison Ave, at 8pm, with sliding scale admission.

All money collected will be donated to The Jeremy Wilson Foundation Musician Health & Services Program.