Requiem for a Hawaii Jazz King: Remembering Gabe Baltazar Published in Jazziz Magazine, July Digital Edition, July 3, 2022 By Heidi Chang Click here to view this story in Jazziz Magazine (Subscription required to read online) When Gabe Baltazar Jr., the most influential jazz artist in the history of Hawaii, died on June 12, it marked […]
Heard on NPR – Hawaiian Slack Key Master Cyril Pahinui has died at 68.
Postal Service Marks Lunar New Year with Stamp by Kam Mak Aired on Voice of America, February 15, 2018 By Heidi Chang You may not be familiar with the name Kam Mak, but you’ve probably seen his work. In 2008, the Chinese-American artist was selected by the U.S. Postal Service to create an annual stamp […]
Heard on Voice of America – A look back at the inspiring legacy of Tyrus Wong, who’s best known for creating the look of the film “Bambi.” He passed away at the age of 106.
Heard on Voice of America – Disney’s animated movie “Moana” is riding a wave of popularity around the globe.
Heard on Hawaii Public Radio – Enjoy the magic of a Hawaiian Christmas with slack key master Kapono Beamer, sharing tales of his family’s holiday traditions and rich musical legacy.
For ten weeks, my classmates and I shared an amazing adventure by taking a class with Franco Salmoiraghi, one of Hawaii’s leading photographers. It was a rare opportunity, since he hadn’t taught a class in several years. Our class, which was called, “Photography + Experience,” was part of Pacific New Media’s summer session at the […]
When you see lots of lion dancing in Honolulu Chinatown, you know it’s time to celebrate the new year. Firecrackers scare off evil spirits, and sometimes people, too. My ears are still ringing!
Peggy Chun Gallery is closing today in Honolulu. This is your last chance to pick up some of Peggy’s prints and originals at her gallery. (They’re open until 9pm.) Peggy is known in for her beautiful and whimsical artwork. She passed away in 2008 after battling Lou Gehrig’s disease. Peggy was a beloved and inspiring […]
Heard on NPR – Nona Beamer dedicated her life to preserving Hawaiian culture. She was a gifted storyteller, hula dancer, songwriter and teacher. Her legacy continues to touch many people today.
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