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THE UKULELE LEGENDS IN CONCERT | Oahu | Events
Feb 10, 2010
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Performing on stage will be the 102 year old ukulele virtuoso Bill Tapia. He will be joined by 82 year old Eddie Kamae and the Sons of Hawaii and 75 year old ukulele perennial Herb “Ohta-san” Ohta. Together they possess 200+ years of ukulele experience.
This landmark concert brings together three of the living giants of the ukulele in a concert that’s not to be missed by anyone with an affection for this iconic Hawaiian instrument. It is presented by the Ukulele Foundation of Hawaii and marks the beginning of a four day celebration that ends with the Ukulele Picnic in Hawaii at Kaka’ako Waterfront Park.
This concert is a fundraiser for the Ukulele Foundation in Hawaii whose ultimate mission is to build and maintain a permanent Ukulele Museum here in Hawaii. The Foundation also produces the free annual event, the Ukulele Picnic in Hawaii which is an offshoot of the Ukulele Picnic that has taken place in Tokyo for the past 10 years and draws crowds of over 30,000 people. Kazuyuki Sekiguchi, the bass player for the Japanese mega group Southern All Stars, has been the driving force behind both the Tokyo event and the Hawaii event and is working toward realizing his dream of seeing an Ukulele Museum in Hawaii become a reality. Mr. Sekiguchi is the events artistic director and will also perform.
Bill Tapia has been entertaining for over 90 years and has built an impressive career as one of the ukulele’s great masters and innovators. He is often credited as the first musician to play jazz on the ukulele and has performed with names such as Bing Crosby, Louis Armstrong, Elvis Presley and Hawaiian musicians such as King Bennie Nawahi, Sol Ho‘opi’i, and Andy Iona. Along the way he has been the inspiration and mentor for subsequent generations of ukulele performers. For more information and pictures go to http://www.myspace.com/billtapiahawaii
Eddie Kamae is one of those influenced by Tapia and now a living ukulele legend in his own right. He is an ukulele virtuoso, singer and composer and originated unique plucking techniques that forever changed the method of playing the ukulele. After learning to play on a found ukulele in his teens, he gained fame in Hawaii with such groups as Ukulele Rascals and Ray Kinney's Orchestra. With famous slack-key guitarist Gabby Pahinui, he later founded Sons of Hawaii, a now-legendary Hawaiian band that he will be performing with at the concert. He helped make the ukulele a solo and lead instrument rather than an anonymous member of the rhythm section. Over the past 20 years, Kamae has become known as a primary proponent of the "Hawaiian Cultural Renaissance." In the last two decades, he and his wife have written directed and produced a catalogue of award winning films featuring Hawaiian music and culture. For more info go to http://www.hawaiianlegacy.com/ for info on video and http://www.mele.com/music/artist/eddie+kamae/ for music and bio
Herb Ohta, the youngster of this group, is the most prolific ukulele artist ever in terms of numbers of recordings and his exploration of a multitude of styles. For over 50 years Ohta-san has explored the musical possibilities of the ukulele like no other artist and has arguably inspired and influenced more players than any other living ukulele virtuoso. Not only as a performer but as a teacher he continues to have an incalculable impact on the stature of the instrument worldwide. For more info see http://www.booklineshawaii.com/InvListPage.aspx?Author=Ohta-San
How: Tickets are available at Honolulu Box Office, 550-TIKS (8457) http://honoluluboxoffice.com . Theatre style seating. Ticket options include VIP front of stage seating with bento, $65; rear section general admission seating, $30 (additional service charges may apply). Food and drink, with full bar, will be available for purchase. |
The Waterfront at Aloha Tower Marketplace
1 Aloha Tower Drive
Honolulu, HI 96815
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JEFF PETERSON -MASTERS OF HAWAIIAN SLACK KEY GUITAR CONCERT | Maui | Events
Feb 10, 2010
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Jeff explores his stunning ki ho'alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar)artistry and appears with host George Kahumoku Jr to perform traditional Hawaiian songs and share authentic “talk-stories.”
“Rarely are there performers such as these -- who are so reachable and who care so much about those who've come to their concert. These artists make a lasting impression. They are true ambassadors of their music, their culture, their land.”
-Jamie O’Brien, Music Critic.
Aloha Pavillion at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, Maui. Tickets $39.99 Seating Limited. 7:30pm Showtime |
Napili Kai Beach Resort
5900 Lower Honoapiilani Road
Lahaina, HI 96761
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17TH ANNUAL EAT DESSERT FIRST | Kauai | Events
Feb 12, 2010
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Satisfy your sweet tooth at this annual scholarship
fundraiser for the Zonta Club of Kaua‘i. Held at the Aston Kauai Beach at Maka'iwa,
650 Aleka Loop,
Kapaa, HI 96746. |
Aston Kauai Beach at Maka'iwa
650 Aleka Loop
Kapaa, HI 96746
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808-346-1058
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13TH ANNUAL START! HILO HEART WALK & HEALTH FAIR 2010 | Hawaii's Big Island | Events
Feb 12, 2010 - Feb 20, 2010
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The Start! Heart Walk is the American Heart Association’s premiere fund-raising and walking event. East Hawaii’s event is known as the Start! Hilo Heart Walk & Health Fair. The theme for Heart Walk is: CREATE HOPE! INSPIRE CHANGE! CELEBRATE SUCCESS! Walk starts at 8:00 a.m., Registration begins at 6:30 a.m.and the Health Fair goes from 7:00am to 11:00 am. There will be healthy communities that will Create Hope, Inspire Change and Celebrate Success. Activities will include: Cholesterol, Glucose, Blood Pressure, Stroke Risk Assessments, Heart Healthy Snacks, Entertainment, and much more! |
Liliuokalani Park
Hilo, HI 96720
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808-961-2825
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"ISLAND TO ISLAND FOR HAITI" BENEFIT CONCERT | Oahu | Events
Feb 12, 2010
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Great Lawn at Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & spa, 5 to 8 p.m., $20 donation at the door - Concert by legendary island duo Cecilio and Kapono highlights fundraiser
for the survivors of the devastating earthquake in Haiti.
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Hilton Hawaiian Village
2005 Kalia Rd
Honolulu, HI 96815
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808 947-7817
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CONCERT - SLACK KEY GUITAR & UKULELE - FOR THE BIRDS | Kauai | Events
Feb 12, 2010
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Friday 4:00-6:00pm. Hanalei Family Community Center. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar & ukulele concert featuring songs & stories telling its history. FREE gift drawing. Tickets $20 ($15 keiki and seniors) Seating Limited. Proceeds support Hale Halawai Ohana o Hanalei and this program. |
Hanalei Community Center
5-5299 Kuhio Hwy.
Hanalei, HI 96714
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(808) 826-1469
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BEACH BOYS IN CONCERT | Maui | Events
Feb 12, 2010
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Tickets on sale to the general public for a Feb. 12 concert by surf-rock originators The Beach Boys at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. The outdoor concert will begin at 7 p.m. on the center's events lawn. |
Maui Arts & Cultural Center
One Cameron Way
Kahului, HI 96732
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808-242-7469
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DIE WALKURE | Oahu | Events
Feb 12, 2010 - Feb 16, 2010
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Die Walküre (sung in German)
by Richard Wagner - Die Walküre, the second opera in the four-opera ring cycle, makes its Hawaii debut. The most popular of the Ring Cycle operas, Die Walküre feature some of Wagner's best known music - the ride of the Valkyries - and opera's most famous character - Brünhilde. Wotan tries to fi nd a way to get the ring back but his plans sour when his
wife, the goddess of marriage gets involved. This production will run about 3 hours and 20 minutes. |
Blaisdell Center
777 Ward Ave
Honolulu, HI 96814
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(808) 596-7858
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THE PIANO LESSON | Oahu | Events
Feb 12, 2010 - Mar 7, 2010
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The Piano Lesson - a drama by August Wilson and directed by Jeanne Wynne Herring.
Performance times: Thursday - Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets: General admissions - $20, seniors - $15 and students/military - $12. Thursdays all seats $10. TAG - The Actors' Group, 1116 Smith St, (2nd floor in the Mendonca Building in Chinatown). |
TAG
1116 Smith St, 2nd floor
Honolulu, HI 96813
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722-6941
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2010 PANAEWA STAMPEDE RODEO | Hawaii's Big Island | Events
Feb 13, 2010 - Feb 14, 2010
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Check out rodeo Hawaiian-style at this weekend event featuring an amateur competition between cowboys, cowgirls, keiki and kupuna. Enjoy local entertainment, food and craft booths. Panaewa Equestrian Center (next to Panewa Zoo - off the Hilo Keaau Hwy) in Hilo, noon – 5 p.m. both days. Admission: Adults $6. Call (808) 937-1005 or e-mail: ncabral@daylum.com. |
Panaewa Equestrian Center
Stainback Hwy
Hilo, HI 96720
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959-8932
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