Hunter Noack performs live outdoors on a nine-foot Steinway as he presents IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild, an outdoor classical music concert series.
IMPORTANT
At an elevation of 4000 feet, the Alvord Desert is a dry lakebed that sits in the rain shadow of Steens Mountain. This is the most remote IN A LANDSCAPE concert site. All-wheel-drive vehicles recommended. The nearest gas station is 23 miles south in Fields, Oregon. We recommend you fill your tank in Burns (106 miles north) or in Fields. *There is no fuel on site.* We ask that you respect the land by adhering to a Leave-No-Trace policy on the Davis property and on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) public land.
TICKETS
Tickets are required to reserve headsets for the full IN A LANDSCAPE experience. Click on the green "Tickets" button above to purchase tickets and to see all ticketing options.
- Regular tickets are $25
- Limited number of FREE tickets available for Harney and Malheur County residents
- Limited number of FREE tickets available for Oregon Trail Card holders
- Limited number of FREE tickets available for ages 25 and under
CAMPING
A limited number of campsites at the Alvord Hot Springs are available. To reserve one of these campsites, call or email the Alvord Hot Springs directly CLICK HERE.
You are also welcome to camp at no charge on the southern half of the lakebed, which is operated by the BLM. If you camp on BLM land, there are NO FACILITIES. No registration required. There is a $5 fee for the access road to the lakebed.
We ask that you respect the land by adhering to a Leave-No-Trace policy on the Davis property and on BLM public land.
ACCESSIBILITY
Parking is on the lakebed within 100 yards of the concert site. Walking surface from the parking area to the concert site is fairly flat on the rough lakebed surface. Please wear appropriate shoes and walk carefully. Concert site is also accessible by bicycle for those camping on the lakebed.
SMOKING
Smoking is strictly prohibited except in specific areas. Absolutely NO FIRES are allowed in the Alvord Desert. Please plan accordingly. FIRE DANGER IS VERY REAL and we acknowledge this with the utmost seriousness. Fires, open-flame barbeques, and fireworks are strictly prohibited. Help us keep the area safe!
PETS
Pets are welcome at the Alvord Desert. You are responsible for picking up after your pet. Dogs may be off leash but must remain under voice control
DIRECTIONS/PARKING
4x4 vehicles recommended.
Alvord can be reached via the Fields-Denio Road (East Steens Road) from either the north (via Burns), or the south (via Fields). From the north, drive approximately 41 miles south on the dirt Fields-Denio Road from Highway 78. From the south, drive 23 miles north (12 miles paved) to reach the signed Alvord Hot Springs.
The nearest gas station is 23 miles south in Fields, Oregon. We recommend you fill your tank in Burns or in Fields. *There is no fuel on site.*
For those who plan to drive onto the lakebed, there are two access roads to the lakebed: One private access road at the Alvord Hot Springs and one public access road 4 miles south of the Alvord Hot Springs. The public BLM access road is always open. 4x4 vehicle is required.
FOOD & DRINK
Beer, ice, and light snacks available for purchase at the Alvord Hot Springs store.
SEATING
No chairs will be provided. Please bring low-back chairs or heavy blankets.
RESTROOMS
Portable restrooms will be available at the concert site.
CANCELLATION
In the case of inclement weather, IAL will cancel by 9am the day of the performance and notify all ticketed patrons.
To learn more about IN A LANDSCAPE, please visit inalandscape.org
CONCERT SPONSORS & PARTNERS
Alvord Hot Springs
Paul and Toni Davis Family
2019 IN A LANDSCAPE SEASON SPONSORS
Jordan Schnitzer Family Foundation
Stimson Lumber, 2019 Season Artistic Sponsor
Craig Compiano, 2019 Concerto Project Sponsor
All Classical Portland, 2019 Media Sponsor
Stoller Family Estate, 2019 Wine Sponsor
Disclaimer Regarding Audio/Video Recording of Events
While attending an IN A LANDSCAPE (IAL) concert, you will be participating in an event where photography, video and audio recording may occur. By participating in the IAL event, you consent to interview(s), photography, audio recording, video recording and its/their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used for news, web casts, promotional purposes, telecasts, advertising, inclusion on web sites, or for any other purpose(s) that IAL Board, partners, and/or representatives deems fit to use. You release IAL Board, its officers and employees, and each and all persons involved from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication of interviews, photographs, computer images, video and/or sound recordings, and waive all rights for payment, royalties, or approval of content.
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