Mark Yamanaka Live in the Planetarium
‘Imiloa After Dark Features Local Musician
Hilo, Hawai‘i – Hilo award winning musician, Mark Yamanaka, kicks off ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center’s evening series, ‘Imiloa After Dark. Join Yamanaka for an intimate performance in the ‘Imiloa planetarium August 9, 2013 at 7 p.m. where he will talk-story and play various selections from his debut album.
Born in Mililani, ‘Oahu, but raised from a young age in Hilo, Mark Yamanaka never imagined that his life would take a musical route. But at Hilo Intermediate School in 1992, Mark Yamanaka picked up his first ‘ukulele and from that point on his life would never be the same.
Mark Yamanaka’s debut release, Lei Pua Kenikeni, relates to the fragrant aroma of the pua kenikeni lei, a strong, permeating scent that lingers in the hearts and minds of all those who experience it. The beautiful garland is the perfect metaphor for this captivating collection of songs by the award-winning solo artist.
Mark has assembled a varied collection of his favorite songs that showcase his depth of talent: some written by his mentor Johnny Lum Ho, one reaching back to the hymn-singing roots of his great grandmother, one a country favorite and even one written by Mark, himself, for his daughter.
Yamanaka was honored with an amazing seven nominations at the 2011 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards and walked away with four of the most prestigious awards of the evening: Most Promising Artist, Male Vocalist of the Year, Album of the Year and Song of the Year for his original song, Kaleoonālani.
Mahalo to Hawai‘i Tourism Authority for their support.
Ticketing for ‘Imiloa After Dark is $15 for non-members and $12 for members. Tickets may be pre-purchased at the ‘Imiloa front desk or by phone using Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or JCB, by calling (808) 969-9703 during regular business hours. Tickets are non-refundable.
‘IMILOA AFTER DARK is ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center evening social entertainment series featuring an eclectic array of events.
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center of Hawai‘i is located at 600 ‘Imiloa Place in Hilo, off Komohana and Nowelo Streets at the UH-Hilo Science and Technology Park. For more information, go to www.imiloahawaii.org, or call (808) 969-9700.
