George Kuo, Martin Pahinui, Aaron Mahi

Genre: Hawaiian George Kuo, Martin Pahinui and Aaron Mahi’s traditional Hawaiian slack key style will take the listener on a true musical journey. Performances feature the breathtaking intimacy of solo slack key guitar followed by a rousing trio jam session, trading spontaneous instrument solos and unique vocal harmonies, recreating the atmosphere of a Hawaiian backyard party.  This concert is about sharing the pure enjoyment of perpetuating traditional music and reciprocating and embellishing each other’s talents, to where these feelings become instilled in all audiences. Known for perpetuating traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar styling (kiho`alu), George started playing slack key in the 1970’s at garage jam-sessions, bars, concerts, and parties with friends and old–time slack key masters Raymond Kane, Sonny Chillingworth, Gabby Pahinui, Leland “Atta” Isaacs, Leonard Kwan, Tommy Solomon, Uncle Fred Punahoa, and steel guitar master Barney Isaacs. George shares the feelings and enjoyment of a by-gone era in Hawaii that he was fortunate to have been a part of. Martin Pahinui is known for his out-of-this-world singing and legendary family musical tradition. Martin’s incredible voice range from a low deep bass to a rich high and haunting falsetto is reminiscent of his legendary father, Gabby Pahinui. Rounding out the trio, Aaron Mahi is one of Hawaii’s living legends in traditional Hawaiian music. He has a tremendous repertoire and knowledge of the hidden meanings of traditional Hawaiian songs, and combines traditional Hawaiian with formal music arranging, and has achieved the highest accolades in classical music circles. For more information, visit www.dancingcat.com/artists/George_Kuo.php www.slackkey.com/about_martinp.htm