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Brahms Symphony No.1
Intro
Blessed with “poetic and sensitive pianism” (Washington Post) and a “wondrous sense of color” (San Francisco Classical Voice), Grammy-nominated pianist Joyce Yang returns with Dane Lam to close the Masterworks season with Rachmaninoff’s blockbuster Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, and Brahms’ triumphant First Symphony.
Ticket holders: We invite you to join us in the auditorium at 3:00 PM for a special pre-concert talk.
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Dane Lam, Music Director
Joyce Yang, Piano
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Farrenc, Louise - Overture No. 2
Rachmaninoff, Sergei - Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini
Brahms, Johannes - Symphony No. 1
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Symphony in the Park
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Music & Artistic Director Dane Lam and your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra return to the heart of Kailua for a free concert perfect for the family. Enjoy summertime symphonic hits from the stage and screen, and winners of the Nā Hōkū ʻŌpio Young Stars Competition! This free event is brought to you in part by the generosity of Alexander & Baldwin.
Attendees are encouraged to pack their own picnic and show up with their lawn chairs, picnic blankets, or other seating to watch the symphony as they perform from under the Pavilion at Kailua District Park.
Please note the following are prohibited at Kailua District Park: smoking (cigarettes, e-cigarettes, etc.), alcoholic beverages, dogs, and other animals.
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Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Dane Lam, conductor
Iris Yun, harp, (2025 Nā Hōkū ʻŌpio Winner)
Lei Yao Chang, cello (2025 Nā Hōkū ʻŌpio Winner)
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Program and artists are subject to change.
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Selections to include:
Giuseppe Verdi – Overture to La forza del destino
Reinhold Glière – Concerto for Harp & Orchestra in E-flat major, Op. 74 , I. Allegro Moderato
Iris Yun, harp
Antonín Dvořák – Cello Concerto in B minor, Op. 104, B. 191, I. Allegro
Lei Yao Chang, cello
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky – “Polonaise” from Eugene Onegin
Michael-Thomas Foumai – From the Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame
Claude-Michel Schönberg – Selections from Les Miserables
John Williams– “Raiders March” from Raiders of the Lost Ark
Gioachino Rossini – Overture to William Tell
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Program and artists are subject to change.
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The Following Are Prohibited at Kailua District Park:
- Smoking (cigarettes, e-cigarettes, etc.)
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Dogs and other animals
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*Free admission. Please refer to Kailua District Park policies before attending.
The Music of Hans Zimmer
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Embark on a symphnic journey into the captivating world of Oscar® and Grammy® Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer. Your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra bring to life the stirring music from iconic blockbuster soundtracks, including Inception, Interstellar, The Dark Knight Trilogy, Gladiator, The Last Samurai, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Lion King, and more! Conducted by Music and Artistic Director Dane Lam, with narration by HSO Composer in Residence Michael-Thomas Foumai.
Please note this concert will be music only, not accompanied by a film screen.
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Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Dane Lam, conductor
Michael-Thomas Foumai, narrator
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Program to include selections from:
Hans Zimmer – Man of Steel
Hans Zimmer & James Newton Howard – The Dark Knight Trilogy
Hans Zimmer – The Lion King
Hans Zimmer – The Last Samurai
Hans Zimmer & Lisa Gerrard – Gladiator
Hans Zimmer – Inception
Hans Zimmer – Interstellar
Hans Zimmer – Sherlock Holmes
Hans Zimmer– Pearl Harbor
Hans Zimmer & Klaus Badelt – Pirates of the Caribbean
THERE WILL BE ONE INTERMISSION
Program and artists are subject to change.
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HSO x PMI Side-By-Side
Intro
A Collaboration between Hawaiʻi Youth Symphony’s Pacific Music Institute 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 summer Side-by-Side concert will be the first for the Pacific Music Institute, performed at the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall. We are proud to collaborate with the Pacific Music Institute on this special project and invite all to come attend the performances!
Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, the Hawaiʻi 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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Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Pacific Music Institute Symphony
Pacific Music Institute Wind Ensemble
Dane Lam, conductor
Joseph Stepec, conductor
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Program TBA
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark in Concert
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The Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra presents Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark™ Live in Concert featuring John Williams’ GRAMMY® Award-winning score performed live to the film.
Originally released in 1981 as a collaboration between George Lucas and Steven Spielberg, Raiders redefined the possibilities of adventure cinema and launched actor Harrison Ford to legendary status. Indiana Jones is the classic hero in this adventure set in the 1930s which follows the quick-witted and determined archaeologist as he hunts for the Lost Ark of the Covenant. Often facing insurmountable odds, Indy always manages to succeed in the nick of time, joined by endearing companions and opposed by notorious villains.
With an impressive team of supporting actors including Karen Allen, John-Rhys Davies, Denholm Elliott, and Paul Freeman, combined with innovative special effects techniques by Industrial Light & Magic, Raiders has captured the spirits of movie-goers for generations and continues to inspire adventures yet to come.
Motion Picture & Artwork © 1981 Lucasfilm Ltd. Concert performed under license from Disney Concerts.
Disney Concerts under license from Lucasfilm Ltd and Paramount Pictures.
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Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Conner Gray Covington, conductor
John Williams’ Score Performed Live-to-Film
Starring
Harrison Ford
Karen Allen
Paul Freeman
Ronald Lacey
John Rhys-Davies
Denholm ElliottDirected by
Steven SpielbergProduced by
Frank MarshallScreenplay by
Lawrence KasdanStory by
George Lucas
Philip KaufmanExecutive Producers
George Lucas
Howard KazanjianMusic by
John WilliamsProgram and artists are subject to change.
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Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark in Concert
MPAA PG Rating
THERE WILL BE ONE INTERMISSION
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the LosT Ark in Concert
Intro
The Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra presents Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark™ Live in Concert featuring John Williams’ GRAMMY® Award-winning score performed live to the film.
Originally released in 1981 as a collaboration between George Lucas and Steven Spielberg, Raiders redefined the possibilities of adventure cinema and launched actor Harrison Ford to legendary status. Indiana Jones is the classic hero in this adventure set in the 1930s which follows the quick-witted and determined archaeologist as he hunts for the Lost Ark of the Covenant. Often facing insurmountable odds, Indy always manages to succeed in the nick of time, joined by endearing companions and opposed by notorious villains.
With an impressive team of supporting actors including Karen Allen, John-Rhys Davies, Denholm Elliott, and Paul Freeman, combined with innovative special effects techniques by Industrial Light & Magic, Raiders has captured the spirits of movie-goers for generations and continues to inspire adventures yet to come.
Motion Picture & Artwork © 1981 Lucasfilm Ltd. Concert performed under license from Disney Concerts.
Disney Concerts under license from Lucasfilm Ltd and Paramount Pictures.
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Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Conner Gray Covington, conductor
John Williams’ Score Performed Live-to-Film
Starring
Harrison Ford
Karen Allen
Paul Freeman
Ronald Lacey
John Rhys-Davies
Denholm ElliottDirected by
Steven SpielbergProduced by
Frank MarshallScreenplay by
Lawrence KasdanStory by
George Lucas
Philip KaufmanExecutive Producers
George Lucas
Howard KazanjianMusic by
John WilliamsProgram and artists are subject to change.
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Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark in Concert
MPAA PG Rating
THERE WILL BE ONE INTERMISSION
Program and artists are subject to change.
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How To Train Your Dragon in Concert
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A young Viking named Hiccup defies tradition when he befriends a ferocious dragon he calls Toothless, and together, these unlikely heroes must fight against all odds to save both their worlds. Featuring John Powell’s Oscar®-nominated score performed live to picture by the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra, Dreamworks’ How to Train Your Dragon is a thrilling experience for all ages.
How To Train Your Dragon © 2010 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Conner Gray Covington, conductor
Program and artists are subject to change,
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How to Train Your Dragon in Concert
MUSIC BY JOHN POWELL
BASED ON THE BOOK BY CRESSIDA COWELL
SCREENPLAY BY WILL DAVIES AND DEAN DEBLOIS & CHRIS SANDERS
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS KRISTINE BELSON & TIM JOHNSON
PRODUCED BY BONNIE ARNOLD
DIRECTED BY CHRIS SANDERS & DEAN DEBLOIS
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How To Train Your Dragon in Concert
Intro
A young Viking named Hiccup defies tradition when he befriends a ferocious dragon he calls Toothless, and together, these unlikely heroes must fight against all odds to save both their worlds. Featuring John Powell’s Oscar®-nominated score performed live to picture by the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra, Dreamworks’ How to Train Your Dragon is a thrilling experience for all ages.
How To Train Your Dragon © 2010 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Conner Gray Covington, conductor
Program and artists are subject to change.
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How to Train Your Dragon in Concert
MUSIC BY JOHN POWELL
BASED ON THE BOOK BY CRESSIDA COWELL
SCREENPLAY BY WILL DAVIES AND DEAN DEBLOIS & CHRIS SANDERS
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS KRISTINE BELSON & TIM JOHNSON
PRODUCED BY BONNIE ARNOLD
DIRECTED BY CHRIS SANDERS & DEAN DEBLOIS
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Kapena Live
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Kapena is a renowned Hawaiian band that has delighted audiences for 40 years with their captivating music. Founded by the talented musician Kelly Boy De Lima, Kapena has become a household name in the music industry, known for its unique blend of traditional Hawaiian sounds and contemporary influences, which creates a distinct and vibrant musical experience. With a rich repertoire that spans various genres, including reggae and world music, Kapena has captivated audiences both in Hawaii and beyond.
As Kapena celebrates its remarkable 40-year journey, the band continues to entertain and inspire fans with their incredible talent and passion for music. Whether you enjoy drama, comedy, or romance, Kapena's music transcends boundaries, uniting people through the universal language of music. So sit back, relax, and let Kapena and the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra take you on a musical journey that will leave you wanting more.
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Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Dane Lam, conductor
Kapena:
Kelly Boy De Lima, vocals, ukulele
Lilo Tuala, bass, vocals
Kapena De Lima, keyboards, vocals
Kapena-Uriah De Lima, drums
Marcus Sarmiento, electric guitar
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Selections to be announced from the stage.
THERE WILL BE ONE INTERMISSION.
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Tchaikovsky Spectacular
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Experience a breathtaking symphonic summer with an all-Tchaikovsky program! Internationally acclaimed violinist Timothy Chooi performs the composer’s electrifying Violin Concerto along with the iconic 1812 Overture. Join your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra at the Tom Moffatt Waikiki Shell for an unforgettable Tchaikovsky Spectacular!
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Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Dane Lam, conductor
Timothy Chooi, violin
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky – “Waltz” from Sleeping Beauty
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky – “Waltz of the Flowers” from The Nutcracker
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky – “Trépak” from The Nutcracker
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky – Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35
INTERMISSION
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky – Francesca da Rimini: Symphonic Fantasy after Dante, Op. 32
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky – The Year 1812, Solemn Overture, Op. 49
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Olga Kern Plays Beethoven
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Pianist Olga Kern stands out as one of the preeminent artists of her generation, renowned for her electrifying stage presence, breathtaking technique, and deeply passionate musicality. In 2001, she made a remarkable debut in the U.S. at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, where she became the Gold Medal winner—the first woman to achieve this prestigious honor in fifty years. Join Kern as she graces the stage with your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra, led by guest conductor Andrew Grams, for Beethoven's "Emperor" Piano Concerto, paired with Schubert's Third Symphony.
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Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Andrew Grams, conductor
Olga Kern, piano
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Richard Wagner – Prelude to Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg
Franz Schubert – Symphony No. 3 in D major, D. 200
Intermission
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat major, Op. 73 “Emperor”
Olga Kern, piano
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Keʻalohi International Piano Competition – Final Round
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The triennial Ke’alohi International Piano Competition has been created by its parent organization, Aloha International Piano Festival, with the hope of inspiring and engaging the local community, while gracing the international stage in Hawaii with world-class piano playing.
Previously, it seemed an impossible goal to create – in a state widely known for its hula, ukulele and beaches – a major world-class international piano competition on par with existing prominent competitions around the world. In June 2022, the inaugural Ke’alohi International Piano Competition achieved this far-reaching goal. In the Hawaiian language, Ke’alohi means “brightest star”.
It is said that this brightest star can only be seen during a certain time of the year. Through the Ke’alohi International Piano Competition, we will discover a bright star who will share their artistry and shine in beautiful Hawaii. Over $30,000 in cash prizes will be awarded and the three finalists will perform a complete concerto with the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra for the final round.
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Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Andrew Grams, conductor
Finalist #1, tba
Finalist #2, tba
Finalist #3, tba
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Program TBA
Concerto No. 1
Concerto No. 2
Concerto No. 3
THERE WILL BE ONE INTERMISSION
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Keola Beamer
Intro
“Each night Honolulu city lights bring me back again”
Hear and see the exquisite artistry of Slack-Key master Keola Beamer as he graces the stage with your HSO for the grand finale of the HapaSymphony series! Embodying the rich traditions of Hawaiian slack-key guitar while injecting it with new vitality, Beamer, a legend of Hawaiian music, showcases his iconic classics and fresh compositions in a way only a symphony orchestra can deliver. Don't miss this spiritual musical journey of aloha, with special guest, guitar virtuoso Jeff Peterson.
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Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Dane Lam, conductor
Keola Beamer, slack-key guitar
Jeff Peterson, guitar
Moanalani Beamer, hula
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TBA: Program to be announced from the stage.
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Mother Goose and the Hen: Ravel, Haydn & Mozart
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Proclaimed by the New York Times ‘a pianist you want to hear no matter what he performs,’ Jeremy Denk is one of America’s foremost pianists. The New York Times bestselling author and MacArthur “Genius” shares the stage as soloist and conductor with your HSO for Mozart’s greatest concerto, the Piano Concerto No. 25.
Ticket holders: We invite you to join us in the auditorium at 3:00 PM for a special pre-concert talk.
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Jeremy Denk, Piano/Leader
Ignace “Iggy” Jang, Violin/Leader
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Ravel, Maurice - Mother Goose
Haydn, Joseph - Symphony No. 83 “The Hen”
Mozart, Amadeus - Piano Concerto No. 25 in C Major, K. 503
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The Music of Studio Ghibli
Intro
Back by popular demand! Conjure the animated universe of Hayao Miyazaki's acclaimed and award-winning films with the spellbinding music of Joe Hisaishi. Featuring music from My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, Howl's Moving Castle, and Kiki's Delivery Service, your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra presents the music of legendary Studio Ghibli favorites in a symphonic performance.
Special guest, announcer and YouTuber Norie Green, joins the HSO conducted by Composer in Residence Michael-Thomas Foumai for an unforgettable adventure of anime music perfect for fans and the whole family.
Please note this concert will be music only, not accompanied by a film screen.
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Michael-Thomas Foumai, conductor
Norie Green, narrator
Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Program and artists are subject to change.
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Program to to include:
Hisaishi, Joe–Symphonic Suite from Kikiʻs Delvery Service
Hisaishi, Joe – Howl's Moving Castle: Symphonic Variation "Merry-Go-Round+Cave of Mind"
Hisaishi, Joe – Spirited Away Suite
Hisaishi, Joe – My Neighbor Totoro (Orchestra Stories)
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For the safety of our audiences, masks are encouraged and contact points will be minimized.
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Imagery:
Spirited Away © 2001 Studio Ghibli - NDDTM
Howlʻs Moving Castle © 2004 Studio Ghibli - NDDMT
Kiki’s Delivery Service © 1989 Eiko Kadono - Studio Ghibli - N
My Neighbor Totoro © 1988 Studio Ghibli
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HSO Spotlight
Intro
Concertmaster Iggy Jang takes the spotlight in Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending, and Principal Horn, Anna Lenhart, in Strauss’ First Horn Concerto. Showcasing the artistry of your HSO, Dane Lam conducts vibrant symphonic favorites, from Debussy’s dreamy Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, to Respighi’s sweeping depiction of the Fountains of Rome.
Ticket holders: We invite you to join us in the auditorium at 3:00 PM for a special pre-concert talk.
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Dane Lam, Music Director
Ignace “Iggy” Jang, Violin
Anna Lenhart, Horn
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Foumai, Michael-Thomas - Masterworks Overture
Williams, Ralph Vaughan - The Lark Ascending
Respighi, Ottorino - Fountains of Rome
Debussy, Claude - Prelude to The Afternoon of a Faun
Strauss, Richard - Concerto for Horn No. 1 in E-flat Major, Op. 11
Ravel, Maurice- La Valse
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Taimane
Intro
"Taimane rocks the stage with a sensual vibrancy and a white hot talent that captivates and beguiles!” -Pierce Brosnan
With over 50 million video views and 400,000 social media followers, leading ukulele virtuoso, songwriter, producer, and 2019 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Favorite Entertainer of the Year, Taimane, joins your HSO for a HapaSymphony must-see performance. From originals to one-of-a-kind mashups of Led Zeppelin and Beethoven, Bizet, and Andrew Lloyd Webber, Taimane shatters the stereotypes of Hawaiian music bringing forth its depth and emotional complexity.
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Dane Lam, Music Director
Taimane, guest artist
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TBA: Program to be announced from the stage.
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Star Wars: Return of the Jedi In Concert
Intro
From a galaxy far, far away—experience Star Wars: Return of the Jedi like never before as your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’ Oscar®-nominated score live to the film.
In the climactic sixth episode of the Star Wars saga, Darth Vader readies the second Death Star to unleash the final blow to the Rebel Alliance. Luke Skywalker joins R2-D2, C-3PO and Princess Leia to free Han Solo from Jabba the Hutt and launch a desperate attack upon the entire Imperial Fleet.
Watch the complete film unfold as the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’ legendary score live.
Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts in association with 20th Century Fox,
Lucasfilm Ltd. and Warner/Chappell Music.
© 1983 & TM LUCASFILM LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © DISNEY
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Nicholas Buc, conductor
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Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
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Star Wars: Return of the Jedi In Concert
Intro
From a galaxy far, far away—experience Star Wars: Return of the Jedi like never before as your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’ Oscar®-nominated score live to the film.
In the climactic sixth episode of the Star Wars saga, Darth Vader readies the second Death Star to unleash the final blow to the Rebel Alliance. Luke Skywalker joins R2-D2, C-3PO and Princess Leia to free Han Solo from Jabba the Hutt and launch a desperate attack upon the entire Imperial Fleet.
Watch the complete film unfold as the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’ legendary score live.
Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts in association with 20th Century Fox,
Lucasfilm Ltd. and Warner/Chappell Music.
© 1983 & TM LUCASFILM LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © DISNEY
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Nicholas Buc, conductor
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Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
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*Tickets for this concert are sold 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.
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi In Concert
Intro
From a galaxy far, far away—experience Star Wars: Return of the Jedi like never before as your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’ Oscar®-nominated score live to the film.
In the climactic sixth episode of the Star Wars saga, Darth Vader readies the second Death Star to unleash the final blow to the Rebel Alliance. Luke Skywalker joins R2-D2, C-3PO and Princess Leia to free Han Solo from Jabba the Hutt and launch a desperate attack upon the entire Imperial Fleet.
Watch the complete film unfold as the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’ legendary score live.
Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts in association with 20th Century Fox,
Lucasfilm Ltd. and Warner/Chappell Music.
© 1983 & TM LUCASFILM LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © DISNEY
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Nicholas Buc, conductor
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Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
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Game On! A mesmerizing celebration of symphonic video game music
Intro
Be among the first in Hawaiʻi to experience the excitement and adrenaline-fueled drama of this awesome symphonic music, as the epic universes of The Witcher 3, World of Warcraft, Ori, The Elder Scrolls, Assassin‘s Creed, Guild Wars 2, Portal 2, Bioshock, and many others unfold before your eyes with your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra!
Your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra presents an arcade overture with stunning symphonic soundtrack music from an unprecedented lineup of blockbuster video games accompanied by never-before-seen HD video. Game On! will take the HSO concert experience to the next level, blending the excitement of gaming with the grandeur of live orchestral music. Featuring music from fan favorites such as Witcher 3, World of Warcraft, Ori, The Elder Scrolls, Assassin‘s Creed, Guild Wars 2, BioShock, and more.
Orchestra photo: Andy Brick conducts Blizzard’s World of Warcraft. ©2008-2024, Andy Brick Music LLC. All rights reserved.
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Andy Brick, conductor
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To be announced from the stage
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Game On! A mesmerizing celebration of symphonic video game music
Intro
Be among the first in Hawaiʻi to experience the excitement and adrenaline-fueled drama of this awesome symphonic music, as the epic universes of The Witcher 3, World of Warcraft, Ori, The Elder Scrolls, Assassin‘s Creed, Guild Wars 2, Portal 2, Bioshock, and many others unfold before your eyes with your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra!
Featuring concert premieres of stunning symphonic music from an unprecedented lineup of blockbuster video games, Game ON! combines unrivaled symphonic arrangements with stunning, never-before-seen HD video at the Blaisdell Concert Hall.
Orchestra photo: Andy Brick conducts Blizzard’s World of Warcraft. ©2008-2024, Andy Brick Music LLC. All rights reserved.
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Andy Brick, conductor
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To be announced from the stage
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Beethoven Festival: HSO x HYS Side-by-Side
Intro
ABOUT THE BEETHOVEN FESTIVAL
Orchestras all over the country are participating in Beethoven Festivals in their communities. Our Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra is playing all nine of Beethoven’s symphonies this spring, and we at Hawaiʻi Youth Symphony are thrilled to collaborate on the Festival’s grand finale performance!
This special collaborative performance leads the world in going above and beyond to celebrate Beethoven’s significant contributions to the canon. In the spirit of making Beethoven’s work accessible to everyday audiences, the concert is free and open to the public. Performers of all ages–from elementary school keiki to grandparents–come together to share this triumphant interpretation of Beethoven with our community.
We look forward to inviting our whole community to attend this celebration of music. Please invite your friends and help us spread the word about this family-friendly event!
ELYSIUM – FANFARE ON THE BEETHOVEN SYMPHONIES, ARR. MICHAEL-THOMAS FOUMAI
The Side-by-Side concert will feature a special 8-minute score commissioned by the Hawaiʻi Youth Symphony to feature Youth Symphony I with our entry-level string and ʻukulele programs.
Inspired by Beethoven and composed by Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra’s Composer in Residence and Director of Artistic Engagement Michael-Thomas Foumai, Elysium quilts together fragments from themes used in Beethovenʻs 5th, 6th, 7th, and 9th Symphonies into a sonic landscape of fanfares.
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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Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra
Hawaiʻi Youth Symphony
Concert String Orchestra
Music in the Clubhouse
Music4Kids Honolulu ʻUkulele Class
Dane Lam, conductor
Joseph Stepec, conductor -
Foumai, Michael-Thomas Elysium: Fanfares on Themes from the Beethoven Symphonies
Shostakovich, Dmitri Excerpts from Symphony No. 5 in D minor, Op. 47
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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.
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Ode to Joy: Symphony No. 9
Intro
Please note that this concert has been moved to the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall.
The Beethoven Festival comes to a resounding finale with the might of symphonic voices for Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 paired with the re-discovery of Hawaiʻi composer Dai Keong Lee’s Pulitzer nominated Symphony No. 2.
Ticket holders: We invite you to join us in the auditorium for a special pre-concert talk an hour prior to the concert.
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Dane Lam, conductor
O'ahu Choral Society; Joshua Habermann, Artistic Director
Maria Valdes, Soprano
Blythe Kelsey, Mezzo-soprano
Alok Kumar, Tenor
David Soar, Bass -
Lee, Dai-Keong - Symphony No. 2
Beethoven, Ludwig van - Symphony No. 9, Choral
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*Tickets for this concert are sold 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.
Fate: Symphony No. 5 & 8
Intro
Please note that this concert has been moved to the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall.
The Beethoven Festival returns, and opposites attract in the fate-filled Symphony No, 5, and the light-hearted Symphony No.8. A two-faced portrait of the classical romantic, experience the famous opening notes of the Fifth that has rocked classical music forever.
Ticket holders: We invite you to join us in the auditorium for a special pre-concert talk an hour prior to the concert.
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Dane Lam, Music Director
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Yiu, Raymond - Old Bei (World Premiere of Revised Version)
Beethoven, Ludwig van - Symphony No. 8
Beethoven, Ludwig van - Symphony No. 5
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*Tickets for this concert are sold online or through the HSO Box Office through 10am the day before the concert. For additional information, please call the HSO Box Office at (808) 380-7720, T-F between 10 am - 2 pm.
Pastorale: Symphony No. 4 & 6
Intro
Rivers flow, birds awaken, and the beauty of the natural word sings in this Beethoven Festival must hear performance! The composer's love for the sights and sounds of the rural countryside, washover the “Pastoral” Symphony No. 6, paired with the elegant Symphony No. 4, the calm before the storm of impending deafness.
Ticket holders: We invite you to join us in the auditorium for a special pre-concert talk an hour prior to the concert.
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Dane Lam, Music Director
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Foumai, Michael-Thomas Becoming Beethoven
Beethoven, Ludwig van - Symphony No. 4
Beethoven, Ludwig van - Symphony No. 6, Pastorale
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*Tickets for this concert are sold 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.
Beyond the Music: The Pastorale Symphony
Intro
Beyond the Music returns for a Beethoven Festival “special.” Narrated by HSO Composer in Residence Michael-Thomas Foumai, music and story telling come together to highlight a journey through Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6! Music and Artistic Director conducts your HSO in a morning performance of the Pastorale symphony, perfect for families!
This performance of Beyond the Music is a free concert, but reservations through the Hawaii Theatre Box Office are required.
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Dane Lam, Music Director
Michael-Thomas Foumai, narrator & host
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Beethoven, Ludwig van - Symphony No. 6, Pastorale
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*Tickets for this concert are free, but reservations are required. For additional information, please call the HSO Box Office at (808) 380-7720, T-F between 10 am - 2 pm.
Immortal Beloved: Symphony No. 2 & 7
Intro
The Beethoven Festival continues with the humorous Symphony No. 2, and the energy-fueled Symphony No. 7. Dedicated to Beethoven’s mysterious love interest (the Immortal Beloved), the Seventh’s timely conception celebrates victory over tyranny with a dance dance revolution, 19th century style.
Ticket holders: We invite you to join us in the auditorium for a special pre-concert talk an hour prior to the concert.
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Dane Lam, Music Director
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Hunt, Jessica - Climb
Beethoven, Ludwig van - Symphony No. 2
Beethoven, Ludwig van - Symphony No. 7
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*Tickets for this concert are sold 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.
Eroica: Symphony No. 1 & 3
Intro
The Beethoven Festival kicks off with classical beginnings, Symphony No. 1, paired with the game-changing Symphony No. 3. ‘Eroica.’ Originally dedicated to Napoleon Bonaparte, the heroic Third represents the composer’s revolt against tyranny, revolutionizing music like no other symphony that came before.
Ticket holders: We invite you to join us in the auditorium for a special pre-concert talk an hour prior to the concert.
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Dane Lam, Music Director
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Xiaogang, Ye - Eroica (World Premiere)
Beethoven,Ludwig van - Symphony No. 1
Beethoven, Ludwig van - Symphony No, 3, Eroica
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*Tickets for this concert are sold 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.
JoAnn Conducts Pictures at an Exhibition
Intro
Conductor Emeritus, JoAnn Falletta, returns with guest artists JIJI, to celebrate the new year with Mussorgky’s Pictures at an Exhibition. Praised by The Washington Post for her “mesmerizing” and “stirring” performances, the South Korean guitarist debuts with your HSO in Rodrigo’s Spanish guitar concerto, Concierto de Aranjuez.
Ticket holders: We invite you to join us in the auditorium at 3:00 PM for a special pre-concert talk.
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JoAnn Falletta, Conductor Emeritus
JIJI, Guitar
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Kodály, Zoltán - The Peacock
Rodrigo, Joaquín - Concierto de Aranjuez
Mussorgsky, Modest - Pictures at an Exhibition
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*Tickets for this concert are sold 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.
A Tribute to Mr. Sinatra
Intro
Kick off the new year with a spectacular tribute to the late Gentleman of Jazz, Jimmy Borges. Be part of an unforgettable evening of class as the multi-talented Jordan Segundo joins your HSO to celebrate Jimmy's iconic legacy and 90th anniversary. Come fly with us, and be immersed with classic Sinatra hits such as "Fly Me to the Moon," "Night and Day," "From Here to Eternity," "Bewitched," and much more. Here's to you, Jimmy!
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Michael-Thomas Foumai, conductor
Jordan Segundo, guest artist
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Program to be announced from the stage.
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*Tickets for this concert are sold 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.