| Theme for 2009 E Kanikapila Kakou is cross cultural influences on Hawaiian music.
January 19: Obrien Eselu, kumu hula extraordinaire, and Kenneth Makuakane, outstanding songwriter with numerous Na Hoku Hanohano awards (kmakuakane@mac.com)
January 26: Chanel Flores and Friends, Ms Tita 2006, wonderful entertainer and aspiring songwriter (c.waipui@gmail.com)
February 2: Peter Apo, outstanding Hawaiian cultural consultant at statewide level, along with accompanist Zanuck Lindsey (www.peterapocompany.com)
February 9: Palani Vaughan and "King's Own" group; Palani is a return presenter with new songs and stories to share; his wonderful music is woven into the history of music of Hawaii. (Nakahiliprdctns@aol.com)
February 16: Nathan Aweau, Na Hoku Hanohano male entertainer of the year, plus Walt Keale, returning EKK favorite and extraordinary composer/musician. (nathanaweau@hawaiiantel.net); (everydaymystic@aol.com)
February 23: Kupaoa Music - Lihau Hannahs and Kellen Paik - hot young duo with wonderful new compositions; new to EKK. (www.kupaoa.com)
March 2: Na Kama - Eric Lee, Danny Naipo, Bryan Mersberg - outstanding trio return to EKK with new songs, same great harmonies and sizzling energy. (leee017@hawaii.rr.com)
March 9: Darryl and Leilani Rivera Low, they will share new CD compositions, some dancers from their halau, and Leilani's extraordinary voice. (darryl.leilani@hawaiiantel.net)
March 16: Leokane Pryor and Friends, Maui falsetto singer with new CD compositions and zesty fun personality is new to EKK. (aloha@leokane.com)
March 23: Lopaka Bukoski, Kauai kumu hula, along with Kelly Love and Naniwai'ui Kanahele of Ni'ihau, new to EKK and unique presentation. (paka16@hotmail.com)
March 30: "Jumping Flea" Virtuosos will each share their own unique ukulele stylings - Gordon Mark, classical ukulele; David Kamakahi, contemporary and traditional Hawaiian music; (one more ukulele artist to be confirmed)
All sessions held at Island School main hall, 3-1875 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue 96766 |
