Alicia Jo Rabins: Girls in Trouble Full Band Album Release Concert! Wendy Abram Opens!

Part of The Portland Jewish Music Festival 2026!

Girls in Trouble is Alicia Jo Rabins' critically-acclaimed musical midrash and storytelling project, bringing ancient legends of Biblical women to life. Weaving music and poetry into beautiful, haunting melodies, Girls in Trouble captivates audiences with feminist indie-folk songs ranging from orchestral strings to bluegrass-inflected ballads, each telling the story of a different woman in Torah. Alicia will be joined by beloved Portland musicians Aaron Hartman (bass), Rachel Brashear (keys/guitar) and Ji Tanzer (drums). Fresh from recording a new album at SE Portland's Hallowed Halls studio, they'll be debuting brand-new songs and playing some old favorites, inviting listeners to join the healing, feminist reinterpretation of Torah.

Wendy Abram (with Alex Farmer) Opens!

All Ages, $22/Adv, $25/Door

Kids Ages 6-12 $11 (kids under 6 free).

Alicia Jo Rabins is a writer, musician, composer, performer and Torah teacher. She combines words, music, ritual and performance to create works of experimental beauty exploring the intersection of ancient wisdom texts, feminism, and everyday life. Rabins tours internationally as a musician and performer; she has performed and presented at Lincoln Center, Joe’s Pub, and in countries including Sweden, Guatemala and Estonia.

Wendy Abram and Alex Farmer

Wendy Abram and Alex Farmer are both full-time social workers and musicians based in Portland. They balance the swirl of working in mental health with singing - loudly, often, and in community. They are grateful for the opportunity to warm up the evening with a participatory singing experience.