THE KLEZMATICS – Happy Joyous Hanukkah, Lyrics by Woody Guthrie
Alberta Rose presents a Hanukkah concert by GRAMMY-winning klezmer superstars,The Klezmatics, performing music from their 2006 album ‘Happy Joyous Hanukkah’ that include lyrics by the late Woody Guthrie. The Klezmatics are world-renowned and Grammy-winning superstars of the klezmer world. They erupted out of New York City’s East Village in 1986 and revitalized klezmer for the new century with music that is steeped in Eastern European Jewish tradition and spirituality, while incorporating contemporary themes such as human rights and anti-fundamentalism with eclectic musical influences including Arab, African, Latin and Balkan rhythms, jazz and punk. In the course of over thirty years they have released nine albums of wild, spiritual, provocative, reflective, and ecstatically danceable music, forever redefining and transcending traditional labels. The Klezmatics have collaborated with numerous musical luminaries including folk hero Arlo Guthrie, classical legend Itzhak Perlman, Israeli pop icons Chava Albertstein and Ehud Banay, beat poet Allen Ginsberg, The Master Musicians of Jajouka, the Ben Folds Five, and Kosher Gospel singer Joshua Nelson. $32 Advance$42 At the Door$55 Preferred Seating (includes seating in the first 7 rows of the center section, available in advance only)Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian Review our Health & Safety Policies HERE
HAPA
The Alberta Rose Theatre Presents:HAPA “Hawaii’s hottest group” – Billboard Magazine “Meaning ‘half’ in Hawaiian, the name HAPA is inspired by the band’s two members – Keli’i Kaneali’i of South Pacific ancestry, and Barry Flanagan from New Jersey. The group’s self-titled album, released in 1993, remains the #1 selling recording by a group or duo in the history of recorded Hawaiian music. The recording swept all six categories it was nominated for at the 1994 Hawaii Music Awards. In 2007, the album was acknowledged by Honolulu Magazine as #31 of the 50 All-Time Greatest Hawaiian Recordings, with the original song Lei Pikake acknowledged as #32 in the follow-up 50 All-Time Greatest Songs Issue.” Tickets$25 GA Advance$30 Door$40 Preferred Seating (includes seating in the first 7 rows of the center section)Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian Review our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Hawaii Live feat. HAPA
Ke Kukui Foundation presents Hawai’i Live!Bringing Hawai’i to the Pacific NorthwestwithHAPA “Hawaii’s hottest group” – Billboard Magazine “Meaning ‘half’ in Hawaiian, the name HAPA is inspired by the band’s two members – Keli’i Kaneali’i of South Pacific ancestry, and Barry Flanagan from New Jersey. The group’s self-titled album, released in 1993, remains the #1 selling recording by a group or duo in the history of recorded Hawaiian music. The recording swept all six categories it was nominated for at the 1994 Hawaii Music Awards. In 2007, the album was acknowledged by Honolulu Magazine as #31 of the 50 All-Time Greatest Hawaiian Recordings, with the original song Lei Pikake acknowledged as #32 in the follow-up 50 All-Time Greatest Songs Issue.” Tickets$25 GA Advance$40 Preferred Seating (includes seating in the first 7 rows of the center section)Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian Review our Health & Safety Policies HERE
The World is With Ukraine – An International Show of Support
A host of Portland, Oregon-based international musicians and dancers come together to raise money for Ukraine. 100% of the proceeds go directly to Ukrainian.Foundation, whose focus is on providing medical supplies to Ukraine.Featured Performers: TORA’DAN (Turkish Ensemble)WINNIE CHINESE DANCERSJEN FORTI (Italian Songbird)JET BLACK PEARL (Dutch Accordion Songstress)MICHELLE ALANY & the MYSTICS (Global Folk Magic)JOHNNY FRANCO and his REAL BROTHER DOM (Brazilian Duo)ALEXANDRA COUTINHO-BUYS (Fado Singer) with Tim Connell DARKA DUSTY & the BORSHCH BEATNIKS (Eclectic Ukrainian) With Special Guest BÉLA R. BALOGH (Hungarian Violinist)Produced by Darka DustyTickets:$30 General Admission$50 Supporter (includes Preferred Seating – in the first 7 rows of the center section)$100 VIP (includes Preferred Seating)$20 Live Stream Review our Health & Safety Policies HERE
The World is With Ukraine – An International Show of Support
A host of Portland, Oregon-based international musicians and dancers come together to raise money for Ukraine. 100% of the proceeds go directly to Ukrainian.Foundation, whose focus is on providing medical supplies to Ukraine.Performers include:Kevin Burke (Legendary Irish fiddler)Inna Kovtun (Folkloric Singer from Kyiv, Ukraine)Espacio Flamenco (Music and dance from Southern Spain)O.B. Addy (Afrikan reggae percussionist from Ghana)Michelle Alany and the Mystics (Balkan, Klezmer and Sephardic-inspired)Andrea Algieri (Italian singer/songwriter)Jet Black Pearl (Dutch live-looping accordion songstress)Andre Temkin (Leader of the band Chervona)Darka Dusty & the Borshch Beatniks (Ukrainian folk-pop fusion)Tickets:$30 General Admission$50 Supporter (includes Preferred Seating – in the first 7 rows of the center section)$100 VIP (includes Preferred Seating)$20 Live Stream Review our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Masters of Hawaiian Music with George Kahumoku, Jr, Led Kaapana and Jeff Peterson
Masters of Hawaiian Music features three of the most popular musicians from Maui’s renowned “Slack Key Show,” sharing Hawai‘i’s unique “slack key” –- open tuning — guitar styles that traces its roots to 19th-Century paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) culture.Growing up in rural Hawai’i, slack key masters George Kahumoku, Jr., Led Kaapana, and Jeff Peterson were immersed from childhood in Hawaiian music and culture that brought family together with entertainment, learning, and joy. All are multiple Na Hōkū Hanohano (Hawaiian “Grammy”) Award winners.Four-time Grammy winner Kahumoku, called “Hawai‘i’s Renaissance Man”—he’s a, vocalist, storyteller, songwriter, author, teacher, sculptor, farmer, and chef. Kaapana is a National Heritage Fellow, unsurpassed in his guitar picking style, with rascal good humor, one of Hawai’i’s most influential musicians. Peterson is a star of the current generation enlivening slack key traditions, known for his versatility from slack key to classical, jazz to film soundtracks. Tickets$25 Advance$30 At the Door Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Waipuna
Celebrating over 12 years at the forefront of Hawaiian contemporary music, Waipuna consistently wins Na Hōkū Hanohano (Hawai‘i’s “Grammys”) Awards every time they have a new album, from 2012 to the present, for a total 8 awards. Waipuna is an exciting collaboration of three talented individuals, all from celebrated Hawaiian musical families. Kale Hannahs is a veteran of the music scene, earning a reputation as a steady bass player and vocalist. He was a founding member of the award winning group ‘Ale’a. Matthew Kawiaola Sproat was born and raised on O‘ahu, but is from the famous Sproat family from the Big Island. In 2003 Matt won the Big Island falsetto competition, and has studied and performed with some of the best musicians in Hawaii. David Kamakahi, whose renowned father Dennis Kamakahi was one of Hawaii’s most prolific songwriters, started playing ‘ukulele at the age of 15, studying the greats, such as ‘ukulele master and mentor Eddie Kamae. His clear natural talent shines through in his exceptionally clean technique and exhilarating playing. They bring a fresh and contemporary energy to Hawaiian classics and to the island sound, preserving tradition while moving it into the 21st century. Hawaiian heritage is thriving, and Waipuna reflects both the traditions passed forward from the previous generations and the transformations that keep culture alive for the generations to come. Tickets$28 Advance$32 At the Door Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Paula Fuga
Paula Fuga and her band return to the Alberta Rose for a great evening of contemporary Hawaiian music. Exquisite vocals, powerful lyrics and gorgeous melodies have earned Paula widespread critical praise and an incredibly dedicated fan base. She is complex, intelligent and real, her songwriting and performances filled with depth and passion. It is almost impossible to peg her into one genre — with a beautiful disposition, sweet island vibes and Jawaiian roots reggae in the mix, her music has been called modern Hawaiian soul. She is praised for her deep intensity and emotion with a personal style that is widely appealing, endearing audiences to her around the world. Her first release Lilikoi earned her the Na Hoku Award (Hawai‘i’s “Grammy”) for Most Promising Artist of the Year in 2007. A blend of tradition and evolution, her music features soul and jazz–infused lyrics, seamlessly mixing English and Hawaiian languages, supporting herself on ‘ukulele with her 2-pc band, and an engaging voice that makes immediate connection with audiences. Tickets: $25 Advance$30 At the DoorMinors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Masters of Hawaiian Music with George Kahumoku, Jr., Daniel Ho & Tia Carrere
Featured regularly at Maui’s renowned Slack Key Show, this group melds together the uniquely Hawaiian styles of slack key guitar, ukulele, and songs, both traditional and new. Known as Hawai‘i’s “Renaissance Man,” George Kahumoku Jr., is a master slack key guitarist, a four-time Grammy Award winner, and an accomplished songwriter. Using his very personal melodic style, inventiveness, and versatility, Kahumoku conveys the genuine spirit of Hawai‘i’ to all his listeners. Daniel Ho is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, and performer, with talent and versatility on ukulele, slack key guitar, piano, and vocals. He’s a six-time Grammy winner, with four of his Grammy credits as producer of George Kahumoku’s four Grammy-winning recordings. His two other Grammy wins were for performances with his close friend, Tia Carrere. International star and two-time Grammy winner, Tia Carrere first came to fame by showcasing her considerable singing and acting chops in the film Wayne’s World. She went on to star in many featured roles in film and television, before returning to her Hawaiian roots and creating two of her Grammy-winning albums with Daniel Ho. Tickets: $25 Advance$30 At the DoorMinors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our Health & Safety Policies HERE
A Phenomenal Concert – The Journey of Blues and Gospel in America
Norman Sylvester dba: Boogie Cat Productions presents: “A Phenomenal Concert – The Journey of Blues and Gospel in America” from the Cradle of birth in Africa, to the Mississippi Delta and Beyond The Norman Sylvester Band and an all-star lineup of friends give you the schooling you need with their history of the Blues show. Norman will make the Alberta Rose Theatre his living room and you’re invited for some fun and fellowship. It’s entertainment. It’s education. It’s a not-to-be-missed event! Featured performers include La Rhonda Steele, Tevis Hodge Jr., Lenanne Miller and many more to be announced. Tickets: $25 General AdmissionMinors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our Health & Safety Policies HERE
