Both the Brigham Young University Hawaii Shaka Steel Band and Concert Choir hold their spring concerts this weekend, June 16 and 17.
The Shaka Steel Band, under the direction of Darren Duerdon, will perform Friday,June 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the Aloha Center Ballroom. Shaka Steel is the university popular Steel Drum Band. Formed in 2001, the 15-member ensemble performs the lively, fast-paced music of the Caribbean and Latin America on steel drums or “pans,” native instruments of Trinidad, creating a totally tropical ambiance with cool grooves, good vibes, and great entertainment.
The Concert Choir, conducted by Michael Belnap, will take the stage at the McKayAuditorium on Saturday, June 17 at 7:30 p.m. Recently coming off their performance at Carnegie Hall last week, the group is primed to present an evening of stellar music. The BYU-Hawaii Concert Choir is the university’s premier SATB ensemble.
Admission is free.
For more information, contact the BYU-Hawaii Music Department at (808) 293-3926.