Concerts

On this date, in 1941, war between the United States and Japan was triggered by the attack on Pearl Harbor. The war officially ended on September 2nd, 1945 at ceremonies onboard the USS Missouri. To celebrate the ensuing 70 years of peace, and to promote peace for our children and all future generations, a grassroots level peace concert is planned onboard the USS Missouri; a potent and enduring symbol of the harmony that now exists  between Japan and the U.S. Few things can create a shared emotional bond, so quickly, and across such a broad diversity of people, as music. And when we have shared emotional bonds, it is difficult […]

A private dinner concert with Mr. Makino, who came to Hawaii as a music coach for the Hawaii Opera Theater “La Traviata”  Dinner included *Proceed of concert will be donated to the Shriners Hospital for children Benjamin Makino Pianist, Conductor From complex contemporary and twentieth-century scores to core traditional repertoire, conductor Benjamin Makino has been recognized for his nuanced and thoughtful interpretations of broad and varied repertoire. Throughout his career, his work has been affiliated with some of the companies most recognized for innovation. Following the success of the first 30 Days of Opera festival, Makino was named Music Director of Opera Memphis, a position he held for four seasons. […]