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Saturday
October 29, 2011
3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Will-Call Desk Opens at 2 PM
The Hawai'i Convention Center
1801 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815
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2011 Artists (More Coming Soon.. )
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Jeffrey Osborne
As the lead vocalist of the band LTD Jeffrey Osborne is a part of R&B history. As a solo artist he has had five Gold and Platinum records. After 3 decades as a performer Jeffrey is an exciting performer and continues to thrill audiences all over the world. His signature hit songs are "On The Wings of Love , Stay with me tonight, Love Ballad, You should be mine, and more.
http://jeffreyosborne.com
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Boney James
Since the success of Kenny G, Boney James has been the most commercially successful saxophonist in the last fifteen years. With three Grammy nominations ,four gold records and several # 1 Billboard chart topping records this will be Boney’s first ever appearance in Honolulu.The festival is excited to have this incredible artist appear at this years event.
http://boneyjames.com
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David Benoit
Five time Grammy nominated pianist David Benoit has bridged the gap between jazz and symphonic music. With number one jazz records to his credit David is also internationally renown and critically acclaimed as a conductor and arranger. His most recent recording Botswana Bossa Nova was a #1 hit on the smooth jazz charts this year.His rendition of Linus and Lucy from the Charlie Brown Series has become his signature hit to audiences around the world.
http://benoit.com
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Mindi Abair
Saxophonist/Vocalist Mindi Abair is the leading lady of smooth jazz and pop today. Her commercial success has garnered several number one radio and billboard hits. As a performer she has appeared with a diverse array of artist such as the Backstreet Boys, Duran Duran, Josh Groban, Peter White, Lee Retinour, Mandy Moore and more. She was an instant hit this year with her guest appearance on the Top TV talent show "American Idol"
http://mindiabair.com
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Gregg Karukas
With 12 solo releases to his credit and several top ten jazz radio hits, Gregg Karukas is one of the most sought after smooth jazz keyboardist around. As a musician,composer and arranger Gregg is always a welcomed addition to the festival.
http://karukas.com
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Michael Paulo
One of the most prolific and successful saxophonists from Hawaii, Michael has been touring internationally for the last three decades. The host of the immensely popular Smooth Jazz Nights, Michael is well loved by Hawaii’s jazz fans. He is also the event producer and host.
http://michaelpaulo.com
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Rene Paulo
Pianist Rene Paulo who is commonly known as Hawaii’s “King of the Keyboard“ is one of the most respected musicians of his generation. Breaking down barriers, he was one of the first ever musicians from Hawaii to be accepted into the prestigious Julliard School of Music. Since then, Rene has warmed the hearts of people all over the world with his unique style of piano playing and showmanship. He will make a special guest appearance at this years festival.
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Pauline Wilson
A longtime member of the legendary band Seawind, her rendition of Follow Your Road has touched the hearts of millions of people around the world. Pauline is one of the few Grammy Award winning artists from Hawaii. Born in Hilo, Hawaii she will be gracing the festival with her presence and will bring her powerful vocals to the festival.
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Melveen Leed
Melveen Leed was born on the Island of Molokai. After winning the title of "Miss Molokai" she begin singing in the mid-1960s and has released a number of records in the genres of Hawaiian, Country, and Jazz music. She won the Na Hoku Hanohano Award for Best Female Vocalist in 1978, 1979, 1981, 1984 and 1987.
http://myspace.com/melveenleed
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Bryan Kessler
Bryan Kessler, is a multi HOKU award recipient: the former leader of Hawaiian Style Band (with Wade Cambern and Robi Kahakalau), grew up in Philadelphia, attended Berklee College of Music in Boston, later attended the Guitar Institute of Technology, moved to Hawai'i in 1983, and continued to develop his acoustic guitar style by exploring slack-key tunings in a pop format. Bryan's most recent project, "Hawaiian Healing Journey" is a series of instrumental relaxation CDs, produced, written and performed with Honolulu Bassist Steve Jones.
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Little Albert
Former member of the famous group S.O.S., Little Albert Maligmat has been entertaining in Hawaii and all over the world and is considered one of the top voices on the island.
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Robert Shinoda
Robert Shinoda has worked professionally in Hawaii and on the mainland US as guitarist, arranger, producer, film composer and musical director since 1971.
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Special Guest MC Al Waterson
Al Waterson is a professional Singer, Emcee, Actor and Recording Artist. Throughout Al’s extensive background in music, he has performed with bands, orchestras, duos, trios and pianists in most nightclubs, country clubs and showrooms in Hawaii, as well as numerous locations on the mainland.
http://alwaterson.com
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Sam Crosse
Sam Crosse is a 17-year old singer/songwriter from Pearl City, Hawaii. He recently released a six-song EP titled "The Cross".
Sam is currently a senior at Punahou High School where he's been active in their music programs. He is working on his first full album set to be released next year.
Arrive early to catch him perform from 3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. with piano prodigy Max Bergmanis.
http://samcrosse.com
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