The 25-piece University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Jazz Orchestra will perform the musical pieces from the funk genre as part of Funk it Up! at the UH Hilo Performing Arts Center on Thursday, May 7, 7:30 p.m.
Funk pieces to be performed include pieces popularized by artists like George Clinton, Sly Stone and Tower of Power. Joining the ensemble will be special guest vocalists and dancers performing original choreography by Dori Yamada.
“Funk music is basically soul music, but with an emphasis on rhythm,” said Orchestra Director Trever Veilleux. “It is dance music that makes you feel good and makes you want to move. The musicians, singers and dancers have done an amazing job putting this show together and I can’t wait for people to see it!”
Additional information
Ticket prices
- $7 general admission
- $5 discount/students with a valid ID/children 17 and under
Tickets are available for purchase at the UH Hilo box office, Tuesday-Friday from 9-1 p.m., by calling the box office at (808) 932-7490, or by visiting the UH Hilo Performing Arts website.
—From the UH Hilo Stories website
—By Susan Enright
