HONOLULU – Following up on its successful first season, the Hawaii Pops, Hawaii’s first independent pops orchestra, today announced its second season schedule. There will be six concerts, broken up into two distinct types of performances, each with a unique charm.
The “Concert Series” will be held at the venerable Hawaii Theater, and promises a lively evening of popular music from different genres in an historic atmosphere. Hawaiian music artists Amy Hanaiali’I and Willie K and jazz superstar Dave Koz headline these performances.
The Hawaii Pops will also bring its energetic stylings to the Sheraton Waikiki Ballroom for its “Nightclub Series,” which will feature music, food, drinks and dancing. Music-lovers will be treated to the sounds of the Beatles, Steely Dan, Chicago, and the era of the 80’s. Pop music star Taylor Dayne will also make a special appearance.
“We are so jazzed about this upcoming season,” said Matt Catingub, artistic director of Hawaii Pops. “We had a great first season and entertained a lot of people, and this next slate of concerts is every bit as good.”
Hawaii Pops Executive Director Donna Bebber agrees. “We created some great momentum with concerts featuring stars like Jo Dee Messina, Sheena Easton and Al Jarreau, and we’re looking to carry that over into the next season, which will have something for everyone.”
The exact schedule of concerts is as follows:
HAWAII POPS “CONCERT SERIES”
Contemporary Popular Music In A Time-Honored Atmosphere
Hawaii Theater
Saturday, November 1, 2014
Concert Series #1
The Hawaii Pops Orchestra
Featuring Amy Hanaiali`i & Willie K
The premiere of the Hawaii Pops Concert series features two of Hawaii’s most beloved performers reuniting after many years of individual solo success. Amy Hanaiali`I and Willie K will join the Hawaii Pops Orchestra in an evening of their hits, as well as new music and songs from their just released first new album in years.
Saturday, February 14, 2015
Concert Series #2
The Hawaii Pops Orchestra
An Evening Of Romance And Love Songs
Join us for a musical valentine as Matt Catingub and the Hawaii Pops Orchestra offer a special program of some of the greatest music and songs about the many moods of love and togetherness. Bring your significant other and spend Valentine’s Day with your Hawaii Pops!
Saturday, April 4, 2015
Concert Series #3
The Hawaii Pops Orchestra
Featuring Smooth Jazz Superstar Dave Koz
One of the most dynamic and talented performers in contemporary music returns to Hawaii to join Matt Catingub and the Hawaii Pops Orchestra. Saxophonist Dave Koz brings his exciting style and sound to the Hawaii theater for an unforgettable evening of great music.
HAWAII POPS “NIGHTCLUB SERIES”
Music, Food, Drinks, & Dancing. It’s Not Just A Concert, It’s An Event!
Sheraton Waikiki Ballroom
Saturday, September 27, 2014
Nightclub Series #1
The Hawaii Pops Orchestra
Top to Bottom: Sgt. Pepper & Abbey Road!
Two of the greatest rock ‘n roll albums of all time, and arguably the two finest studio albums created by the fab four, performed in exact order from “Top To Bottom.” Join us for our second season premier as Matt and the Pops present one of the most unique programs you have ever seen or heard.
Saturday, January 3, 2015
Nightclub Series #2
The Hawaii Pops Orchestra
Jazz That Rocks! The Music of Blood Sweat & Tears, Steely Dan, and Chicago
The best songs from three of the most innovative bands in popular music are presented by Matt and the pops in one single musical event. This is timeless music from an era when jazz met rock and roll to create the roots of much of today’s popular music. Come bring your dancing shoes and get ready for a special night.
Saturday, May 9, 2015
Nightclub Series #3
The Hawaii Pops Orchestra
It’s Hip To Be Square — Celebrating The Music Of The 80’s
Special Appearance by Pop Superstar Taylor Dayne
Come party with the Pops as we bring you some of the best music from the decade that saw the emergence of pop and dance music. It’s some of the best songs from the 80’s, along with a very special performance from an authentic pop superstar of the decade, vocalist Taylor Dayne. Come eat, drink, and dance the night away at our season finale event!
All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $95, $75 and $40, and can be purchased at www.HawaiiPops.com. Season ticket buyers will receive 10 percent discount until September 1, 2014. Season tickets for the Concert Series and Nightclub Series can be purchased separately. Single tickets will be available on July 21, 2014.
The Hawaii Pops Orchestra is grateful to its generous sponsors — Title sponsor: Howard Hughes Corporation; Season Sponsors: Hagadone Printing, Halekulani, Hawaiian Airlines, Honolulu Star-Advertiser, and Servco Lexus.
About Hawaii Pops
Established in 2013 as an independent pops organization, Hawaii Pops is a non-profit organization whose mission is to bring music and music education to residents and visitors of Hawaii. Under the artistic direction of Maestro Matt Catingub, Hawaii Pops began performing in September 2013. For more information about Hawaii Pops, visit www.HawaiiPops.com or call 808-523-7677.