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Bill Tapia and Mihana Souza Concert

Created by Ariella St. Clair (See other events)
  • Sep 25, 2009 from 8:00pm to 10:00pm
  • Location: Unitarian Center
  • Latest Activity: Nov 8, 2022
Bill Tapia – St. Clair Productions presents Bill Tapia, 101-year-old ukulele master, and Mihana, Hawaiian and traditional jazz singer, in concert on Friday, September 25, 8 p.m., at the Unitarian Center, 4th and C Streets, Ashland In the 1920s and 30s, Bill Tapia performed with many of the biggest names in Hawaiian music and pioneered a unique style of jazz ukulele playing. Today he is a living link to some of the earliest ukulele makers and players. Tapia took up the ukulele again in his 90s, recording 3 CDs. Mihana Souza is the daughter of the Hawaiian composer Irmgard Farden Aluli, who composed over 400 songs. Mihana performed in her mother’s group Puamana for 23 years. Ka Pi'o O Ke Ānuenue under the direction of Andrea Lucesse will dance to some of the music. Tickets and more info at www.stclairevents.com, 541-535-3562 or at the Music Coop in the A Street Marketplace.Bill Tapia, 101-year-old ukulele master, and Mihana, Hawaiian and traditional jazz singer, presents two workshops on Saturday, September 26, at the Unitarian Center, 4th and C Streets, Ashland. 9-10 a.m., Mihana will present Puamana, Hula and the Uke, using the song Puamana as a spring board toward teaching ukulele. 10-11 a.m., Bill Tapia will present various methods on the ukulele. Open to all ages and abilities. Cost is $25/each and $40/both. More info and registration at www.stclairevents.com or 541-535-3562.
Tags: concert, workshop, music
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