Pink Martini Tour Tickets | 2025

Pink Martini—the Portland “little orchestra”—mixes vintage pop, jazz, Latin, and classical crossover with multilingual flair and elegant stagecraft. Expect lush arrangements, cosmopolitan vibes, and joyful audience singalongs. Secure your Pink Martini concert tickets.
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What to Expect at a Pink Martini Tour Concert
The show plays like a world-tour in one night—suave instrumentation, languages switching mid-set, and a warm, witty rapport with the crowd.
- Multilingual setlist (French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish, and more) delivered by co-leads China Forbes and Storm Large.
- “Little orchestra” lineup with piano, horns, strings, percussion, and featured guests.
- Retro-chic arrangements of film standards and global evergreens alongside originals.
- Fan anthems such as “Sympathique (Je ne veux pas travailler),” “Amado Mio,” and “Hey Eugene!” placed as communal singalongs.
- Tasteful lighting and classic backdrops that frame the band rather than overpower it.
- Dance-ready grooves—cha-cha, bolero, and bossa passages that shift the room’s energy.
- Storytelling intros about song origins, languages, and places that inspired them.
- Occasional symphonic dates where the band performs with a full orchestra.
- Instrumental showcases (e.g., trombone, violin, percussion) that spotlight the ensemble.
- Typical headline runtime around 100–115 minutes depending on venue and program.
The Most Popular Songs of Pink Martini
- “Sympathique (Je ne veux pas travailler)” (1997): French-language calling card whose refrain became a global singalong.
- “Amado Mio” (1997): sultry film-noir classic recast with silky strings and nightclub swing.
- “¿Dónde estás, Yolanda?” (1997): buoyant, vintage-Latin groove that lights up the dance floor live.
- “Hang On Little Tomato” (2004): title track turned signature pep-talk waltz with a smiling hook.
- “Let’s Never Stop Falling in Love” (2004): candlelit opener with a swoon-ready chorus and ballroom sway.
- “Una Notte a Napoli” (2004): cinematic Italian melodrama built on torchy melody and hand-claps.
- “Hey Eugene!” (2007): flirty, horn-spiked fan favorite drawn from a true-to-life missed connection.
- “Lilly” (2004): sprightly postcard with whistle-clean phrasing and light-on-its-feet rhythm.
- “Quizás, Quizás, Quizás” (2013): classic bolero rendered with plush strings and a slow-burn lead.
- “Üsküdar’a Gider İken” (2013): Turkish traditional refreshed with piano sparkle and pulsing percussion.
The Most Popular Pink Martini Video
“Amado Mio”—their lush take on the 1946 standard—stands as Pink Martini’s most-viewed official video on the band’s channel. The clip foregrounds old-Hollywood mood and torch-song glamour while showcasing the ensemble’s strings, horns, and rhythm section. Its enduring popularity mirrors the song’s live impact, often arriving early in the set to set the cosmopolitan tone.
Pink Martini Bio & Rise to Fame
Pink Martini — Portland’s globe-trotting “little orchestra,” blending vintage pop, jazz, Latin, and classical crossover.
- Founded in Portland, Oregon (1994) by pianist Thomas Lauderdale; co-lead vocalists: China Forbes and Storm Large.
- Breakthrough debut Sympathique (1997) launched the French-language hit “Sympathique (Je ne veux pas travailler).”
- Notable albums include Hang On Little Tomato (2004), Hey Eugene! (2007), and Get Happy (2013).
- Performs songs in 20+ languages; repertoire spans film songs, boleros, chanson, and originals.
- European debut at the Cannes Film Festival (1997); orchestral debut with the Oregon Symphony (1998).
- Frequent collaborations with major orchestras (e.g., LA Phil at the Hollywood Bowl, Boston Pops, National Symphony, BBC Concert Orchestra).
- Touring footprint covers six continents, from theatres to outdoor festivals and symphony halls.
- Signature live trademarks: multilingual banter, audience choruses, and elegant, vintage-styled staging.
Fascinating Insights About Pink Martini’s Tours
The band’s road history braids cosmopolitan club energy with symphonic grandeur, shifting formats to fit festivals, theatres, and orchestra seasons.
- They’ve performed with dozens of orchestras worldwide—including LA Phil at the Hollywood Bowl, Boston Pops, and the BBC Concert Orchestra at Royal Albert Hall.
- The group made its European debut at the Cannes Film Festival in 1997 and its orchestral debut with the Oregon Symphony in 1998.
- Recent 2025 shows commonly featured “Amado Mio,” “Sympathique,” “Lilly,” and “¿Dónde estás, Yolanda?” in the core set.
- Documented set times in 2025 show headline windows of roughly 100–115 minutes depending on venue and program.
- Their “30th Anniversary Tour” branding appeared across 2024–2025 dates, marking three decades on the road.
- Symphony nights adapt arrangements for full orchestra, expanding strings, brass, and woodwinds around the band.
- Programs often rotate languages from song to song, a hallmark that invites audience participation across regions.
- Outdoor winery and garden concerts mix picnic-friendly ambience with danceable mid-set bolero/cha-cha runs.
- Select calendars feature holiday or seasonal programs that reframe classics with Pink Martini’s cosmopolitan palette.
- “All-Stars” evenings spotlight rotating vocalists and featured guests from the extended Pink Martini family.
Pink Martini Ticket Buying Tips
Plan ahead for high-demand theatre and symphony dates, and target sections that balance sightlines with natural acoustics.
- Join the band and venue lists for early presales and on-sale reminders.
- Start with the primary box office; use verified resale only if face value is gone.
- Front mezzanine or lower-bowl sides usually yield clear, blended sound for large ensembles.
- For orchestra programs, avoid seats directly behind the soundboard or camera platforms.
- Weeknight shows can price softer than weekends—compare multiple dates in the same city.
- Consider VIP/premium for aisle and prime sightlines in historic theatres.
- Check listings again 24–72 hours pre-show—production holds often release late.
- If traveling, book refundable lodging and review mobile-ticket and bag policies in advance.
- Arrive early for openers and to settle in before the first quiet ballad lands.
- Bring a light layer for outdoor venues and plan transit/parking to beat post-show traffic.
Pink Martini’s Concert Testimonials
Fans praise the multilingual joy, elegant musicianship, and the feeling of touring the world from one stage.
- “A glamorous world tour in two hours—pure delight.” — Attendee, Los Angeles
- “We sang in three languages and smiled the whole night.” — Attendee, Barcelona
- “Orchestra edition gave me goosebumps.” — Attendee, Boston
- “‘Sympathique’ turned the hall into a choir.” — Attendee, New York
- “Danced to boleros in the aisle—unforgettable.” — Attendee, Paris
- “Every instrument got a moment to shine.” — Attendee, Seattle
- “Sound was pristine from the front mezzanine.” — Attendee, Chicago
- “Witty banter, gorgeous arrangements, zero filler.” — Attendee, Toronto
- “A joyful, classy night out.” — Attendee, London
- “Left humming in three languages.” — Attendee, Portland