The Art of the Piano: World-renowned local pianist Grace Nikae joins University of Hawai‘i professor Jonathan Korth in a tour de force performance featuring solo and duo piano masterworks. Program includes works by Brahms, Chopin, Debussy, Ligeti, Liszt, Mozart, and Ravel's La Valse.
Parker Quartet (Honolulu Chamber Music Series) Inspiring performances, luminous sound, and exceptional musicianship are the hallmarks of the Grammy Award-winning Parker Quartet. Renowned for its dynamic interpretations and polished, expansive colors, the group has rapidly distinguished itself as one of the preeminent ensembles of its generation. The Quartet has appeared at the world’s most important venues since its founding in ...
Shamisen, Voice and Shakuhachi –– New Music for Old Instruments Honjo Hidetaro, Honjo Hidejiro, Christopher Yohmei Blasdel, Mika Kimula This performance will feature one of Japan’s top shamisen masters, Hidetarō Honjō and his star student, Hidejirō Honjō. Local musicians Christopher Yohmei Blasdel (shakuhachi) and Mika Kimula (voice) will join them for the concert at Orvis Auditorium. The program will feature ...
Quartet S HyeJeon Lee, piano JongWha Hong, violin SungEun Kim, viola KyungWon Rim, cello The quartet will perform Dora Pejačevič Piano Quartet in d minor, Op. 25 Seungki Hong "Variational Fantasy on a theme of Arirang" for Piano Quartet (world premiere) Gabriel Faure Piano Quartet No. 1, Op. 15 This concert is sponsored by Seoul Cyber University and supported by ...
Jason Byerlotzer, trombone / Jonathan Korth, piano (Lecturer Recital Series) In the inaugural event in the UH Music Instrumental Applied Faculty Recital Series, trombonist Jason Byerlotzer will perform Marcello, Sonata in F Major Cowell, Hymn & Fuguing Tune No 13 Jorgensen, Romance, op. 21 Barat, Andante et Allegro Sulek, Sonata Vox Gabrieli Free admission Music students: This event is eligible ...
UH Wind Ensemble @ International Market Place (in Waikiki) Jeffrey Boeckman, conductor Join us for this light outdoor concert at International Market Place (2330 Kalakaua Ave), featuring marches, Hawaiian tunes, trumpet and tuba trios, and even some Bieber Fever. Free admission
UH Symphony Orchestra @ Windward Mall Joseph Stepec, conductor The UHSO presents its first program of the season entitled, UHSO ROCKS!, a pops program featuring William White's Acadia Fanfare and music from Star Wars and West Side Story. Enjoy shopping, strolling, sipping a nice coffee? All while listening to music?! Come support the UHSO at WINDWARD MALL for a fabulous ...
Gustavo Romero, piano (visiting artist) Concert pianist Gustavo Romero is internationally renowned for his exceptional technical brilliance and interpretive depth and has gained an acclaimed reputation for his commitment to in-depth exploration of a wide variety of composers. A native of San Diego with heritage in Guadalajara, Mexico, Mr. Romero discovered his love and gift for the piano at the ...
Geoffrey Kahapea, tenor (junior recital) Geoffrey Kahapea, a student of Prof. Larry Paxton, will present a junior recital in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theater. Free admission.
Hawaii Gagaku Society (Rev Masatoshi Shamoto, director) with Fujima Takamasa Dance Institute The Hawaii Gagaku Society welcomes the renowned Fujima Takamasa of the Institute of Japanese Dance and Culture in a performance entitled "HARMONY OF JAPAN: THE TRADITIONAL JAPANESE DANCE TO LINK HAWAII AND JAPAN FOREVER" As part of the 150th Gannenmono Celebration, commemorating the anniversary of Japanese immigration to ...
