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SYMPHONY OF THE HAWAI’I SEAS
Intro
The enchanting world of Hawaiʻi’s seas comes to life in Symphony of the Hawai‘i Seas, a captivating experience that intertwines projected animation, evocative music, storytelling, and hula. Featuring original compositions by renowned local talents, including Michael-Thomas Foumai, Herb Mahelona, Takuma Itoh, Logyn Okuda, and Justin Park, vibrant animations bring to life powerful stories that highlight our fundamental connection to the ocean. From the first spark of life, travel through time alongside native sea life and ʻaumakua, guiding their human friends to understand their vital role in protecting our cherished waters. Join your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra for the first public performance!
The concert is approximately one hour.
Does not include an intermission.
30-minute post-discussion panel on the making of the program will be held directly after performance
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Michael-Thomas Foumai, conductor
Kaipo Dudoit, narrator
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I. Hānau ka Pō - The Night Gave Birth
Animators: Kari Kēhau Noe (lead), Janae Taclas (assistant)
Composer: Michael-Thomas Foumai
II. ʻAuamo Kuleana - Shared Responsibility
Animators: Dillon Valenzuela (lead), Jewel Racasa (assistant)
Composer: Herb Mahelona
III. Hoʻonalu - With the Waves
Animator: Sam St John (lead), Edward Ayano (assistant)
Composer: Logyn Okuda
IV. Makaʻala! - Be Aware, Take Care!
Animators: Napua Rice (lead), Huy G. Nguyen (assistant)
Composer: Justin Park
V. I Ola Kanaloa, I Ola Kākou - When Kanaloa Thrives, We All Thrive
Mele and Hula by Dr. Rosie ʻAnolani Alegado and Aimee Sato
under the guidance of Kumu Hula Kekuhi Kealiʻikanakaʻoleohaililani
VI. Huliau - Voyage to Tomorrow
Animators: Kieren McKee (lead), Kumu Boz Schurr with the
2024 Digital Art Class at Kamehameha Kapālama Campus (assistant)
Composer: Takuma Itoh
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EDUCATION PARTNERSHIPS
*Tickets for this concert are reserved online or through the HSO Box Office. For additional information, please call the HSO Box Office at (808) 380-7720, T-F between 10 am - 2 pm.
HYS x HSO Side-by-Side
Intro
A Collaboration between Hawaii Youth Symphony and the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Side-by-Side programs are joint initiatives of professional orchestras and youth orchestras; a chance for aspiring young musicians to play in the “major leagues” for a night or two. Students and pros become stand partners and sit side-by-side.
Our fall 2023 Side-by-Side concert will be performed by 150 musicians, which is possibly the biggest orchestra to ever perform at the iconic Waikiki Shell Amphitheater. This multi-generational orchestra includes 86 musicians from Youth Symphony I and 64 musicians from the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra.
We are proud to collaborate with the Hawaii Youth Symphony on this special project and invite all to come attend the performances!
Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, the Hawaii Youth Symphony and your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra are pleased to offer these concerts FREE to the public. No tickets or RSVP needed.
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Joseph Stepec, conductor
HYS Youth Symphony I
Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
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MÁRQUEZ—Conga del Fuego Nuevo
BERLIOZ—Hungarian March
TCHAIKOVSKY—Capriccio Italien
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For the safety of our audiences, masks are encouraged and contact points will be minimized.
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Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, the Hawaii Youth Symphony and your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra are pleased to offer these concerts FREE to the public. No tickets or RSVP needed.
Presented in Collaboration with
SEASON SPONSORs
*Tickets and RSVPs are not needed for this free event.
ʻOhana Concert in Support of Blood Bank of Hawaii
Intro
Enjoy a performance under the stars with your HSO. Ticket sales for this performance support Blood Bank of Hawaii whose mission is to provide a safe and adequate supply of blood, blood products, and related transfusion services to the patients of our state. This performance will be conducted by Sarah Hicks and feature one of our Nā Hōkū ‘Ōpio | Young Stars competition winners, showcasing the abundance of young talent being cultivated in Hawai'i.
Visit bbh.org to learn more about Blood Bank Hawaii.
Want to be a guest conductor for this show? Click here to view our silent auction. Bidding ends June 3, 2022.
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Sarah Hicks, conductor
Emily Fujii, oboe
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WILLIAMS Summon the Heros
WILLIAMS Suite from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
WILLIAMS Shark Theme from Jaws
WILLIAMS Rey’s Theme from Star Wars: The Force Awakens
WILLIAMS Flying Theme
MARCELLO Oboe Concerto in C Minor
WILLIAMS Sayuri’s Theme from Memoirs of a Geisha
WILLIAMS Jurassic Park
WILLIAMS Star Wars Suite
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Please visit here to review City & County rules for attending concerts at the Waikiki Shell.
Series Sponsor
Nā Hōkū ‘Ōpio | Young Stars Sponsor
Season Sponsors
This is a general admission event. Please select the number of tickets needed for your party and choose your seats in the lawn or terrace when you arrive at the concert.
Tickets for this concert are sold at the Blaisdell Box Office through Ticketmaster. For additional information, please call the Blaisdell Box Office at (808) 768-5252, or visit the box office at 777 Ward Avenue.
ʻOhana Concert in Support of Hawaiian Humane Society
Intro
Enjoy a performance under the stars with your HSO. Ticket sales for this performance support the Hawaiian Humane Society. This performance will be conducted by JoAnn Falletta and feature one of our Nā Hōkū ‘Ōpio | Young Stars competition winners, showcasing the abundance of young talent being cultivated in Hawai'i.
The Hawaiian Humane Society is an educational and advocacy organization that also shelters, protects, rescues, reunites and rehomes animals. It is O’ahu’s largest animal welfare organization. Established in 1883, the Hawaiian Humane Society is dedicated to promoting the human-animal bond and the humane treatment of all animals. Visit HawaiianHumane.org to learn more.
"Like animals, music has a special place in people's hearts, and we are grateful to Hawaii Symphony Orchestra and their generous sponsors for including us in their impactful ʻOhana Concert series," says Anna Neubauer, President & CEO of Hawaiian Humane Society. "The funds raised will directly support our over 30 programs and services and help our island's animals in need."
Want to be a guest conductor for this show? Click here to view our silent auction. Bidding ends May 25, 2022.
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JoAnn Falletta, conductor
Pyotr Alvarado, cello
Ginny Tiu, piano
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FUCIK Entrance of the Gladiators March
TCHAIKOVSKY Swan Lake Suite
WEBB MacArthur Park
LEIGH Impossible Dream
COPLAND Two Dance Episodes from Rodeo
BIZET Carmen Suite: Toreadors
WILLIAMS Theme from Jurrasic Park
ELGAR Cello Concerto in E Minor (Finale)
WILLIAMS Raiders March from Raiders of the Lost Ark
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Please visit here to review City & County rules for attending concerts at the Waikiki Shell.
Series Sponsor
Presenting Sponsor
Ginny Tiu
Nā Hōkū ‘Ōpio | Young Stars Sponsor
Season Sponsors
This is a general admission event. Please select the number of tickets needed for your party and choose your seats in the lawn or terrace when you arrive at the concert.
Tickets for this concert are sold at the Blaisdell Box Office through Ticketmaster. For additional information, please call the Blaisdell Box Office at (808) 768-5252, or visit the box office at 777 Ward Avenue.
ʻOhana Concert in Support of Hawaii Foodbank
Intro
Enjoy a performance under the stars with your HSO in support of Hawaii Foodbank. This performance will be conducted by Joseph Stepec and feature two of our Nā Hōkū ‘Ōpio | Young Stars competition winners, showcasing the abundance of young talent being cultivated in Hawai'i.
“We’re incredibly grateful to Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra for their continued support of Hawaii Foodbank and we are honored to be partnering together on this wonderful community event. Through this benefit concert, Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra is helping Hawaii Foodbank to meet the needs of close to a quarter of a million residents struggling with hunger – including hard-working parents, vulnerable kūpuna, and more than 82,000 keiki. We extend our gratitude and aloha to Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra for supporting safe food access for everyone who needs it.” – Amy Marvin, President & CEO, Hawaii Foodbank
Visit hawaiifoodbank.org to learn more about Hawaii Foodbank.
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Joseph Stepec, Conductor
Matin Boulos, Double Bass
Elvis Imamura, Guitar
Austin Jim, Electric Bass
Noah Chang, Drums
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JOHAN BAPTIST VANHAL Double Bass Concerto in D Major
CHARLIE PARKER Just Friends
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Please visit here to review City & County rules for attending concerts at the Waikiki Shell.
Series Sponsor
Nā Hōkū ‘Ōpio | Young Stars Sponsor
Season Sponsors
This is a general admission event. Please select the number of tickets needed for your party and choose your seats in the lawn or terrace when you arrive at the concert.
Tickets for this concert are sold at the Blaisdell Box Office through Ticketmaster. For additional information, please call the Blaisdell Box Office at (808) 768-5252, or visit the box office at 777 Ward Avenue.