"Classical Pacific" was started in 2017 by John Kalani Zak to feature classical ensembles and artists from around the Pacific Ocean. Host Louise Keali`iloma King Lanzilotti continued the program and included Hawaiian language and Modern Classical Music.
The tradition continues with host Sharene Taba. Every weekday afternoon, "Classical Pacific" reflects its roots, but also includes a deep appreciation for choral, chamber pop and third stream genres.
Tune in on Mondays for Classical Conservation Conversations with Dr. Shawn Ka‘ihekulani Lum, Tuesday Student Takeovers every Tuesday, Wednesdayʻs Manu Minute and Thursdays for New Releases and a Hawai‘i Composer Spotlight.
Opening mele: "Piazzoliana" by Jeff Peterson
Closing mele: "Makani Waipi‘o" by Queen Lili`uokalani, performed by the Galliard String Quartet
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Chamber Music Hawaiʻi's Tommy Morrison (bassoon) and Alex Hayashi (oboe) stopped by Morning Café to discuss the Spring Wind Quintet's upcoming concert "In Transit." The group will play selections from works by William Grant Still, Irving Fine, Miguel del Aguila, and Percy Grainger. -
After 30 years of performing around the world, the Miró Quartet will finally make its Hawaiʻi debut with two concerts. Cellist Joshua Gindele, one of the founding members, spoke to Evening Concert host Craig DeSilva about how the quartet has evolved over the past three decades. -
Director of Music Nicholas Keone Lee stops by Classical Pacific to share what’s in store at St. Andrew’s Cathedral this holiday season, where participants can enjoy everything from carols to Evensong and more. -
Mazzy Meers stars in Diamond Head Theatreʻs "Piney Needlesmith and the Road Less Traveled." The ʻIolani School fourth-grader and member of DHT's Shooting Stars offers a glimpse into the life of a young actor. -
Antonia Bennett travels to Hawaiʻi this weekend to perform four shows at the Halekulani Hotel's Lewers Lounge. Bennett reflects on her musical beginnings with her father Tony Bennett. -
Michael-Thomas Foumai of the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra previewed two concerts this week that are sure to spread some holiday cheer. The Hapa Holiday Extravaganza will feature Natalie Ai Kamauu along with dancing, storytelling, Santa, and more. Home Alone in Concert will feature a screening of the beloved holiday movie classic with the HSO performing the film score composed by John Williams. Listen to Foumai's conversation with Craig DeSilva on Evening Concert. And find out why he didn’t enjoy sitting on Santa’s lap as a toddler.
