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Follow on Google News | 2012 Aloha International Piano Festival Welcomes Kevin Kenner, Jon Nakamatsu and moreAloha International Piano Festival features concerts, masterclasses, workshops and competitions for piano fans in Honolulu; guest artists include Kevin Kenner, Jon Nakamatsu, Sara Davis Buechner, John Bayless, Lisa Nakamichi and Noriko Uenaka
lisanakamichi Acclaimed pianist and winner of the 1990 International Chopin Competition, Kevin Kenner makes his AIPF debut in a recital on Thursday, June 21 at 7:30 p.m. that celebrates Debussy's 150th Anniversary and Chopin favorites. Kenner has been praised as "one of the finest American pianists to come along in years" (Howard Reich, Chicago Tribune). Adrian Jack of London's Independent describes one of Kenner's recitals as "...the best performance I have ever heard in the concert hall of all four of Chopin's Ballades." The conductor Stanislaw Skrowaczewski, who recorded with pianists such as Arthur Rubinstein, claimed Kenner's Chopin interpretations to be the most sensitive and beautiful he remembered. Music fans will not want to miss the AIPF Piano Extravaganza on Saturday, June 23 at 7:30 p.m. featuring all Festival guest artists in a light-hearted and entertaining theatrical event, hosted by Honolulu favorite Sara Davis Buechner. The program, which promises a slew of surprises, includes Weber's Invitation to the Dance for 2 pianos/8 hands, Wagner's Ride of the Valkyries for 4 pianos/16 hands, Gershwin's An American in Paris for 2 pianos/4 hands, and The Stars and Stripes Forever for 4 hands/24 hands. On Tuesday, June 19 at 7:30 p.m., AIPF invites the community to an exceptional evening of chamber music featuring celebrated pianist Jon Nakamatsu, violinist Ignace Jang and Sara Davis Buechner. This beautiful program features Mozart's Sonata for Violin and Piano in B flat, K. 454, Mozart's Piano Sonata for Four Hands in C, K. 521 and Dvorak's Piano Quintet in A, Op. 81. Families will also want to save the date for the Father's Day concert on Sunday, June 17 at 2 p.m. Winners of the 2012 Aloha International Piano Competition will treat the audience to an special concert featuring their highlighted works. Don't miss this unique opportunity to celebrate Dad's special day! The 2012 AIPF calendar includes these events at the Hawaii Convention Center: Saturday, June 16, 2012 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ALOHA INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION SOLO DIVISION Free Admission! Emalani Theater, Hawaii Convention Center The public is invited to watch the competition in action and support young pianists from around the world as they compete for Festival honors. Sunday, June 17, 2012 – 2 p.m. FATHERS DAY CELEBRATION! Aloha International Piano Festival Winners' Concert General admission: $10 Emalani Theater, Hawaii Convention Center Winners of the 2012 Aloha International Piano Competition treat the audience featuring their highlighted works. Don't miss the dazzling performances by the incredibly young talents! Wednesday, June 20, 2012 – 10:00a.m - 12:30p.m. MASTERCLASS BY SARA DAVIS BUECHNER Admission: Adults $15, Students $5 Acclaimed pianist Sara Buechner – a favorite with local audiences – returns to teach a fascinating masterclass. Both teachers and students of all instruments are strongly encouraged to observe as the “master” instructs four to five students. Teachers and students of all levels and instruments are encouraged to attend! Tuesday, June 19, 2012 – 7:30 p.m. EVENING OF CHAMBER MUSIC WITH JON NAKAMATSU, IGNACE JANG, and SARA BUECHNER Admission: Adults $25, Students $10 Emalani Theater, Hawaii Convention Center Van Cliburn gold medalist Jon Nakamatsu is joined by violinist Ignace "Iggy Jang" and Sara Buechner in a beautiful evening of chamber music. Mozart: Sonata for Violin and Piano in B flat, K. 454 Mozart: Piano Sonata for Four Hands in C, K. 521 Dvorak: Piano Quintet in A, Op. 81 Monday, June 18, 2012 – 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. MASTERCLASS WITH JOHN BAYLESS Admission: Adults $15, Students $5 John Bayless returns to AIPF following the inspirational masterclass he performed in 2011. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the insights provided in this intimate masterclass. Teachers and students of all levels and instruments are encouraged to attend! Thursday, June 21, 2012 – 7:30 p.m. KEVIN KENNER IN RECITAL – Celebrating Debussy's 150th Anniversary and Chopin Favorites Admission: Adults $25, Students $10 Emalani Theater, Hawaii Convention Center Top prizewinner of the 1990 Chopin International Piano Competition, Kevin Kenner will share his artistry in a solo recital performing works by Debussy and Chopin. The program includes Debussy Preludes and Estampes, and Chopin Preludes and the "Heroic" Polonaise. A must attend recital! Friday, June 22, 2012 – 10:00a.m - 12:00p.m. CHOPIN WORKSHOP BY KEVIN KENNER Admission: Adults $15, Students $5 Top prize winner of the Chopin International Piano Competition, Kevin Kenner will discuss the approach and technique to understanding and performing Chopin, which all pianists must learn. A Q&A session will be part of the workshop and questions are welcome from the audience! Saturday, June 23, 2012 - 9:00a.m. - 12:00p.m. ALOHA INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION CONCERTO DIVISION Free Admission! The public is invited to watch the competition in action and support young pianists from around the world as they compete for Festival honors. Saturday, June 23, 2012 - 7:30p.m. ALOHA INTERNATIONAL PIANO FESTIVAL GRAND FINALE EXTRAVAGANZA Admission: Adults $25, Students $10 Hawaii Convention Center Join us at this Festival Finale featuring an all-star lineup of world class pianists as they join forces in a "monster" ensemble featuring works by one, two, three, four and five piano ensembles. An impressive and dazzling entertainment not to be missed! Featured artists include Kevin Kenner, Jon Nakamatsu, Sara Davis Buechner, Lisa Nakamichi, John Bayless and Noriko Uenaka. Weber: Invitation to the Dance for 2 pianos/8 hands Wagner: Ride of the Valkyries for 4 pianos/16 hands Gershwin: An American in Paris for 2 pianos/4 hands Gershwin: The Stars and Stripes Forever for 4 hands/24 hands In 2012, a limited number of students also have the opportunity to study in the Aloha International Piano Academy during Festival week. Students can participate in masterclasses and workshops with Festival faculty including Sara Davis Buechner, John Bayless and Kevin Kenner, while private lessons are available with Festival faculty. The tuition fee includes three private lessons (one hour) with a Festival guest artist, as well as admission to all concerts and recitals, masterclasses and workshops. The competition fee is waived for any Piano Academy student who would also like to participate in the 2012 Aloha International Piano Competition. Registration information is available at alohapianofestival.com. # # # About the Aloha International Piano Festival Founded in 2006 by pianist Lisa Nakamichi, the Aloha International Piano Festival (AIPF) is a non-profit organization committed to educating Hawaii’s children and teachers. AIPF addresses three main needs: the need for music teacher training, the need for low-cost music concerts and music education opportunities, and the need for high-caliber classes and lessons for piano students. AIPF strives to elevate the awareness of classical music in Hawaii while offering people of all ages the opportunity to experience music in a welcoming and educational setting. As a result of volunteer efforts and work to minimize administrative costs, AIPF has consistently offered programs at low and affordable rates for more than five years. Visit alohapianofestival.com for more information. End
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