Name: HōkūleʻA 50
Start: 2026-04-19T16:00:00
Location: Blaisdell Concert Hall

The Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra is gearing up for an extraordinary series of events that promise to delight and inspire audiences. With a rich tapestry of traditional and contemporary themes, the events feature a remarkable array of artists and performances. From the enchanting Hawaiian melodies of Keauhou to the electrifying compositions of Joe Hisaishi, and from the timeless allure of Shakespearean tales to the commemorative symphony celebrating Hōkūleʻa’s historic voyage, there's something for everyone. Dive into the world of symphonic music as HSO unveils an unforgettable lineup.

A Symphony of Events: Exploring the HSO Spectacular Line-Up

Anthony Parnther

Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra

Oʻahu Choral Society

In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Hōkūleʻa's maiden voyage to Tahiti, the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra joins forces with conductor Anthony Parnther, the Oʻahu Choral Society and the Polynesian Voyaging Society to present, for the first time, Michael-Thomas Foumai’s complete choral symphony, Raise Hawaiki. Inspired by the legendary voyages of Hōkūleʻa and the powerful words of Eddie Aikau and Nainoa Thompson, experience the trials and triumphs of Polynesian voyaging with captivating visual projections of historical photos alongside video from the current Moananuiākea voyage.  The performance opens with Britten’s seaworthy Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes.

HōkūleʻA 50

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