1. On Mar. 1, The Maui News reported that authorities were investigating an anonymous threat scrawled on a restroom wall at a Maui school. At which school did this happen? A. Maui High School B. Baldwin High School C. Iao Intermediate School D. Maui Waena Intermediate School E. Wailuku Elementary School 2. The beloved Maui musician Richard Ho‘opi‘i died in the early … [Read more...] about Quizunderstood: What do you know about the late Richard Ho`opi`i’s early career?
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Maui Ukulele Festival at Maui Arts and Cultural Center
The Maui Ukulele Festival will take place at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center on Sunday, Oct. 15. This year, Roy Sakuma will be the emcee, and the event line-up features Willie K, Paula Fuga, Richard Ho`opi`i, Kamakakehau Fernandez, Derick Sebastian, the Hula Honeys and many more. There’ll also be food and refreshments available for purchase, made in Hawaii arts and crafts and … [Read more...] about Maui Ukulele Festival at Maui Arts and Cultural Center
Annual Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest at Ka`anapali Beach Hotel
The 16th annual Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest will be at Ka`anapali Beach Hotel on Saturday, Sept. 16. As part of the Festivals of Aloha, this year’s falsetto contest is themed Aloha ka Ho`i a ka Holokahiki–"Beloved is the sailors return home as they join in the celebration of the return of Hokule`a and Hikianalia." The ticket price includes a buffet dinner, … [Read more...] about Annual Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest at Ka`anapali Beach Hotel
16th Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest wants applicants
The 2017 Festivals of Aloha committee is seeking contestants for the 16th Richard Ho‘opi‘i Leo Ki‘eki‘e Falsetto Contest. Applicants who at least 18 and have not released a recording for sale are eligible to apply; contestants will be judged on the following criteria: vocals/music, Hawaiian language and overall presentation. The deadline for applications is Sept. 1. A Maui … [Read more...] about 16th Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest wants applicants
Hawaii’s Voice Talent Competition and Concert at Maui Theatre
Hawaii’s Voice Talent Competition and Concert will happen at the Maui Theatre on Saturday, May 27. The event will feature Maui teens competing for $10,000 in cash and prizes. Attendees can also enjoy a benefit concert with Willie K and Kalani Pe`a, George Kahumoku Jr., Richard Ho`opi`i, Ata Damasco and Arlie Asiu. Tickets can be purchased online. Time TBA. $40-120. 12am. Maui … [Read more...] about Hawaii’s Voice Talent Competition and Concert at Maui Theatre