At Lutheran Church of Honolulu, we enjoy music of all styles and from all places. The last several years we have been hosting and providing a space for jazz, Hawaiian music, and a variety of modern musical genres. All of this is in addition to the fine sacred music that enhances our worship services.
Since the summer of 2021, LCH has offered our Summer Jazz Series. This series supports local musicians and gives the greater Honolulu community a fun summer program to enjoy. Our 2023 three concert series is monthly on Tuesday evenings, beginning at 6:15 pm with pūpū in the Hörmann Courtyard and continuing with the concert in the Nave at 7:00 pm. Tuesday Summer Jazz concerts are free. A suggested donation of $20 is humbly requested.
Tuesday, June 6 • 7:00 pm—Allen Won & Friends
Local Saxophonist Allen Won has embraced a diverse career with an eclectic performance itinerary playing with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center; many of the orchestras in and around New York, including the New York Philharmonic, the New York City Ballet, the City Opera, and the New Jersey Philharmonic; and various jazz and experimental groups, including Mario Pavone, Barbara Sfraga, Mala Waldron, Steve Bernstein. As part of our Summer Jazz series, Allen will be joined by several musical friends—including Tim Ishii (alto saxophone), Curtis Abe (trombone), Stefan Karlsson (piano), Taylor Katase (drums), Dean Taba (string bass)—to bring you an unforgettable evening.
Tuesday, July 11 • 7:00 pm—Summer String Swing
Join Hawai‘i jazz masters Duane Padilla on violin, Benny Chong on ‘ukulele, and Byron Yasui on bass as they present an evening of string-based swing music. Together, they explore what might happen if French jazz violinist Stephane Grapelli and American violinist Stuff Smith accidentally met in a Waikīkī night club and were asked to jam “island style.”
Tuesday, August 8 • 7:00 pm—DeShannon Higa and Quadpod
Royal Hawaiian Band Member DeShannon Higa of the Royal Hawaiian Band, is also a bandleader and visionary. He has assembled and is currently performing with two bands. He will share the sultry sounds of his trumpet along with his ensemble, Quadpod. This neo-bop quartet will be joined by a special guest on vocals. DeShannon’s styles of music range from jazz to Latin/salsa to modern electronica and hip hop. He resides in Honolulu with his wife, former Broadway performer, from the original cast of Miss Saigon, Rocky Brown, with whom he also performs.
This series is generously supported by the Orvis Foundation, church members, and also by you! Tuesday Summer Jazz concerts are free. A suggested donation of $20 is humbly requested.
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