Concerts & Recitals


The following is a tentative schedule of events and subject to change without notice.

AIPF Opening Concert: Sara Davis Buechner Recital

Saturday, June 12, 2010
7:30pm at the Hawaii Convention Center, Liliu Theater
Admission: Adults: $20. Students (up to age 22): $5

Program: TBD

Free Concert with Lisa Nakamichi and Noriko Uenaka

Sunday, June 13, 2010
2pm at the Hawaii Convention Center, Liliu Theater
Free Admission! No tickets or reservations needed.

Music lovers of all ages are invited to enjoy a free community concert on the opening day of HonoluluÕs Aloha International Piano Festival (AIPF). A highlight of the concert promises to be celebrated pianist and local star Lisa Nakamichi, who will perform the Brahms Chaconne in D minor (for left hand alone). Visiting concert pianist Noriko Uenaka will also delight audiences with works by TBD. In addition, young winners of the 2008, 2009 and 2010 AIPF piano competitions will perform.

Young Pianists Recital Series

Sunday, June 13, 2010
2pm at Room 317A, Hawaii Convention Center
Free Admission! No tickets or reservations needed.

Featuring Fellowship Students of the 5th Aloha International Piano Festival Michael Stewart (age 20, University of Utah, winner 4th AIPC Young Artist division) Akane Ikuma (age 17, Osaka, Japan) Tyler Ramos (age 15, Honolulu, Hawaii)

Norman Krieger Recital: "Beethoven Favorites"

Wednesday, June 16, 2010
7:30pm at Room 317A, Hawaii Convention Center
Admission: General Admission is $20, Student Tickets are only $5

Program: Three Beethoven Sonatas, "Moonlight," "Tempest" and "Appassionata"

A native of Los Angeles, Norman Krieger is one of the most acclaimed pianists of his generation, highly regarded as an artist of depth, sensitivity and virtuosic flair. He appears regularly with the major orchestras of North America and has also been heard as guest soloist with orchestras throughout the world. He is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern California.

AIPF Finale! Chamber Music featuring pianist Sean Botkin and violinist Ignace (Iggy) Jang

Saturday, June 19, 2010
7:30pm at the Liliu Theater, Hawaii Convention Center
Admission: General Admission is $20, Student Tickets are only $5

Program: TBD