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PMAC is pleased to host the 2026 Granite State New Horizons Music Summit, an annual collaboration that brings together adult community concert bands from across New Hampshire—based in the Lakes Region, Concord, Monadnock, and Portsmouth—for a shared day of music that culminates in a combined concert for the community. New Horizons is an adult music…

200 Seacoast adults will take the stage on Saturday, Nov. 1 at Unity of Sound, a community music festival hosted by Portsmouth Music and Arts Center (PMAC) at Portsmouth Middle School from 12–5 p.m. The festival features 18 adult music ensembles performing a wide range of styles—from bluegrass and jazz to choral, rock, classical, and more. Unity of…

Portsmouth Music and Arts Center (PMAC) brings the 1980s back to life—jazz style—at Jazz Night: 80s Songbook, happening Saturday, Sept. 27 at The Music Hall Lounge. With two shows at 7 and 9 pm, this one-night event puts a bold spin on highlights from a beloved era, all reinterpreted by PMAC’s top-tier faculty musicians.. Now…

By PMAC CEO & New Horizons Band Director Russ Grazier On Saturday, March 15, more than 80 musicians gathered for something truly special: the annual New Hampshire New Horizons Band Combined Concert. This unique event brings together adult community bands from across the state—based in the Lakes Region, Concord, Monadnock, and Portsmouth—for one day of…

This coming Valentine’s Day weekend, experience the romance of jazz with a special two-night event at The Music Hall Lounge as PMAC’s Jazz Institute faculty return for the 18th Annual PMAC Jazz Night: Dream a Little Dream – A Valentine’s Celebration. Each night will feature a unique program, as some of the region’s finest jazz…

Mike Jacobs’s “Portsmouth and Other Delights” art exhibition offers a dynamic exploration of Portsmouth’s nautical heritage and the creativity of music and art, brought to life through his bold, unconventional artistry. On display November 15, 2024-January 17, 2025 at PMAC, “Portsmouth and Other Delights” showcases Jacobs’ distinct self-taught style, which combines colored pencils, gel pens,…

Office Closure

PMAC is closed for our April Break from April 26 – May 3. Normal programming resumes May 4. Please note that during this time, the Haas Family Gallery is only open by appointment; please call ahead.

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