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Susie Kagami
Akahai
USA
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 Posted - 08/22/2009 : 3:04:30 PM
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Herb Ohta, Jr. is heading out to share his music beyond the islands to the big state of TEXAS!
Join us for a few workshops and some great music by one of the best!
Here is what he'll be teaching:
Ukulele Workshops with Herb Ohta, Jr. in Dallas
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Ukulele Strumming Patterns (Beginning / Intermediate)
6 pm - 7:15pm
In this workshop, Herb will show you a variety of strumming techniques. Placing accents on different beats gives each strum a completely different feel, so when playing a song more than once, you have number of fun options to stylize it and make it all on your own. Cost: $35 / Two workshops for $60.
Herb Ohta, Jr. in Concert
Wednesday, September 16, 2009 – 8:00 pm
Midway Point, 12801 Midway Road at I-635 in Dallas Texas
Tickets: www.ukeladymusic.com / 214-924-0408
Intermediate Ukulele Workshops with Herb Ohta, Jr. In Dallas
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Private individual or group Ukulele Lesson (all levels welcome)
2-2:45pm / 3-3:45 pm / 4-4:45 pm
Play like a pro with Hawaiian Turnarounds (Intermediate / Advance)
6:30pm - 7:45pm
You will sound like a pro after learning how to pick through Hawaiian vamps using Herb’s particular feel. In this workshop, Herb will be teaching Hawaiian Turnarounds in the Key of “C” and show how to use them in a Hawaiian Song and even a contemporary song. Why not make a contemporary song sound Hawaiian? Also learn how to transpose music to perform these turnarounds in other keys. Cost: $35 / Two workshops for $60.
Ukulele Song Arranging (Advance)
8:15 pm - 9:30pm
Do you ever wonder how Herb arranges music before he performs or records songs? How do you arrange a song? How do you know what an Intro and Ending should sound like? How do you know what notes to pick through the chords of the song? In this workshop, Herb will show you how to develop an introduction, how to create melodies through the chords, and a big ending to “E Ku’u Morning Dew”. Note: For this workshop, students should have some background in Major Scales and also have familiarity of their fingerboard. Cost: $35 / Two workshops for $60.
Ukulele Workshops with Herb Ohta, Jr. in San Antonio
Friday, September 18, 2009
Private individual or group Ukulele Lesson (all levels welcome)
3-3:45 pm or 4-4:45 pm
A great opportunity for all levels and ages to have one-on-one time with Herb. Use your 45 minute session anyway you like. Work on a specific technique, learn a song, or work on one of your own pieces. Sign up with some friends and have Herb show you ways to make an old song sound new, add harmony or a new strumming pattern. The options are endless! Cost: $65 for an individual lesson / $45 per person for groups up to 4.
Play like a pro with Hawaiian Turnarounds (Intermediate / Advance)
6:00 pm - 7:15 pm
You will sound like a pro after learning how to pick through Hawaiian vamps using Herb’s particular feel. In this workshop, Herb will be teaching Hawaiian Turnarounds in the Key of “C” and show how to use them in a Hawaiian Song and even a contemporary song. Why not make a contemporary song sound Hawaiian? Also learn how to transpose music to perform these turnarounds in other keys. Cost: $30
Ukulele Song Arranging (Advance)
7:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Do you ever wonder how Herb arranges music before he performs or records songs? How do you arrange a song? How do you know what an Intro and Ending should sound like? How do you know what notes to pick through the chords of the song? In this workshop, Herb will show you how to develop an introduction, how to create melodies through the chords, and a big ending to “E Ku’u Morning Dew”. Note: For this workshop, students should have some background in Major Scales and also have familiarity of their fingerboard. Cost: $30
Ukulele Workshops with Herb Ohta, Jr. in San Antonio
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Ukulele Strumming Patterns (Beginning / Intermediate)
12:00 – 1:15 pm
In this workshop, Herb will show you a variety of strumming techniques. Placing accents on different beats gives each strum a completely different feel, so when playing a song more than once, you have number of fun options to stylize it and make it all on your own. Cost: $30
Herb Ohta, Jr. in Concert in San Antonio
Saturday, September 19, 2009 – 7:00 pm
Tickets: Call Joyce Flaugher at 210-521-9459 / jflaugher @ satx.rr.com
$25 / Ticket
www.UkuleleUniverse.com
Ukulele Workshops with Herb Ohta, Jr. in Houston
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Ukulele Strumming Patterns (Beginning / Intermediate)
2pm - 3:15pm
In this workshop, Herb will show you a variety of strumming techniques. Placing accents on different beats gives each strum a completely different feel, so when playing a song more than once, you have number of fun options to stylize it and make it all on your own. Cost: $35 for one workshop / $60 for both workshops.
Play like a pro with Hawaiian Turnarounds (Intermediate / Advance)
4pm - 5:15pm
You will sound like a pro after learning how to pick through Hawaiian vamps using Herb’s particular feel. In this workshop, Herb will be teaching Hawaiian Turnarounds in the Key of “C” and show how to use them in a Hawaiian Song and even a contemporary song. Why not make a contemporary song sound Hawaiian? Also learn how to transpose music to perform these turnarounds in other keys. Cost: $35 for one workshop / $60 for both workshops.
Herb Ohta, Jr. in Concert at The Listening Room
Sunday, September 20, 2009 - 8:00 pm
Tickets: $22.50 advanced
www.ListeningRoomHouston.com
Hope to meet some wonderful new folks and see some old friends out this trip!
Any recommendations for ono eats would sure be appreciated too!!
Ukulele is pure joy and to share it is an amazing gift. Thanks to all of you who keep the love of the instrument alive!
Be sure to sign up on our mailing list for future shows and workshops!
www.HawaiiMusicLive.com
Herb Ohta, Jr
International recording artist Herb Ohta, Jr., is considered to be one of today’s most prolific `ukulele masters. Influenced by Jazz, R&B, Latin and Brazilian music, he puts his stamp on Hawaiian music by pushing the limits of tone and technique on this beautiful instrument. The son of `ukulele legend "Ohta-san," he started playing at the age of three, and teaching at the age of 11. He now shares the music of Hawai`i and the beauty of the ‘ukulele with people around the world, performing and conducting instructional workshops. This seven-time Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award nominee (Hawaiian equivalent to the Grammy) and two-time Hawai`i Music Award winner effortlessly translates the beauty and culture of Hawai`i through his creative expression of music. With seven solo albums and six duet albums in circulation, and contributions on more than 40 recordings, he is well on his way to matching his father’s legacy. His latest release, “`Ukulele Journey” (LMP002), hit stores in September 2007, and features original compositions as well as arrangements of Hawaiian standards. Guest artists include Hawai`i’s top musicians, Louis “Moon” Kauakahi of Māhaka Sons, Barry Flanagan and Nathan Aweau of Hapa, Daniel Ho, and slack-key legend Ledward Kaapana. For more information, visit www.HerbOhtaJr.com.
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Edited by - Susie Kagami on 08/22/2009 3:09:03 PM |
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