The 3rd Annual

Pacific Rim Jazz Festival

Sat  Nov 3, 2012     Hawaii Convention Center

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  • The 3rd Annual
    Pacific Rim Jazz Festival

    Saturday November 3, 2012
    Hawaii Convention Center
    1801 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815

    Featuring World-Class Entertainment,
    Hawaii's Top Chefs, Food and Wine!
    Benefiting the Kapolei Foundation.

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  • Russ Freeman
    and The Rippingtons

    After 25 years and 18 studio recordings this Grammy nominated powerhouse band continues to break new ground. The most requested band to appear by Hawaii fans they are finally back in the islands . They will be debuting songs from their brand new release Cote D’azur.

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  • Deniece Williams

    With 4 Grammy Awards won and 9 Grammy nominations over her career “Niecy” is part of R&B and Gospel music history. Her 4 octave range continues to astound audiences world wide. Her No.1 hit songs include Too Much Too Little to Late, Let’s Hear it for the Boys and Gonna Take a Miracle.

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  • Rick Braun

    He has lent his talents to some of Pop music’s greatest artists such as Sade, Rod Stewart and War . His versatility as a trumpet player is unmatched and his success as a solo artist has brought him all over the world. This will be his second appearance at the festival and is always a crowd favorite.

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  • Ray Parker Jr.

    Ray Parker Jr. has bridged the divide for Pop, R&B, Jazz and Rock. His numerous hit compositions include his genre defining R&B hit Jack and Jill, Pop hits such as A Women Needs Love, You Can't Change That, The Other Women and his multi-million selling movie soundtrack theme Ghostbusters. "Who You Gonna Call".

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  • Michael Paulo

    Festival Producer Michael Paulo is also a well respected and internationally renowned saxophonist and is a local home grown talent. Through his efforts jazz fans in Hawaii have been able to enjoy world class jazz artists in Hawaii.

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  • Brian Simpson

    As Music Director for Dave Koz, Brian has performed for every smooth jazz artist you can think of. His expertise in organizing musicians and talent lends itself well to our event . Brian has also had number one hits songs as a solo artist and is the most sought after pianist in Smooth Jazz.

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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.

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  • Starr Kalahiki

    Winner of two Na Hoku Hanohano awards: Most Promising Artist and Best Jazz Album. From singing opera, musical, stage production (Ulalena), fronting modern alternative rock band "Missing Dave", being a member of funk band "Toyz of Pleasure" and R&B group "Eight-O-Eight". She was also a jazz headliner on the Star of Honolulu and performed as a background vocalist on the "Lani Misalucha Show, Return to Paradise".
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  • DeShannon Higa

    DeShannon is a renowned jazz trumpet player in Hawaii and New York City with over 20 years of professional experience. He has performed around the world: Birdland, Carnegie Hall and Radio City Music Hall. As a trumpet player, composer and arranger, he has worked with many famous musicians like Burt Bacharach, Joe Williams, Diana Krall, Al Jarreau, and Tower of Power among many others.
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  • Jeremy Cheng

    Jeremy Cheng performs every Monday at Rumfire bar and grill at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. He sings acoustic contemporary Hawaiian, Soul and R&B. This young, talented, and charismatic singer covers music from Kalapana and celcilio and Kapono to high energy R&B songs to funk.

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  • Phil Bennett
    and The Remnants

    Led by master drummer Phil Bennett, The Remnants are some of the most musically mature musicians in town. Featuring Todd Yukumoto on Sax. Their music of jazz fusion and funk surely is entertaining.

  • 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.

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  • Hawaii Top Chefs

    Russell Siu (3660 On The Rise)
    Gary Matsumoto and Jacob Silver
    (Hawaii Convention Center)
     Rene Paulo Jr. (Laverne's Restaurant & Catering)
    Scott Okamoto (Chart House)
    Brett Villarmia (Sheraton Waikiki Kai Market)


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  • Hawaii Top Chefs

    Aaron Placourakis (Sarento's At the Top of Ilikai)
    Gary Chan (Jade Dynasty)
    JJ Luangkhot Praseuth (JJ Bistro & French Pastry)
    Colin Nishida (Side Street Inn)
    DK Kodama (Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi)


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The 3rd Annual Pacific Rim Jazz Festival

Welcome


  On behalf of the Foundation and The Festival, we would like to thank all the artists,
  musicians, sponsors, chefs and restaurants, vendors, volunteers, family and friends, 
  and everyone who made this third year a success!

 
  Aloha,
  Michael and Terri Paulo
 

 

Artist Update: The festival would like to apologize and we are disappointed that due to issues with US Immigration, Kaori Kobayashi is unable to perform for our event. Ray Parker Jr will be performing at the festival.


We are proud to present the Third Annual Pacific Rim Jazz Festival at The Hawaii Convention Center. With the success of our first two years we hope to continue our tradition of providing World Class entertainment and feature artists who are not only exceptionally talented on their voice and instruments but are also great performers and a thrill to watch. Along with these artist we are also proud to feature some of our best Local Entertainers, Chefs and Restaurants. In maintaining our connection with the community we will also help raise money for scholarship programs for our children. Last year we managed to raise over 30,000 dollars for these programs!

Located at the entrance to Hawaii's famous resort destination Waikiki, the Hawaii Convention Center provides a convenient location for all to attend. For those of you visiting our site from the US mainland, Asia and around the world we invite you to come and experience the best that Hawaii has to offer, Great Entertainment, Great Food and our world famous Hawaiian Hospitality! The Third annual Pacific Rim Jazz Festival, a unique entertainment experience for the people of Hawaii and our visitors to Hawaii!

Warmest Aloha,

Michael Paulo
Event Producer