KAMUELA, HI–Sunday, May 5, 2024, at 2:00 PM, the Kamuela Philharmonic is delighted to bring back the much-loved “POPS!” concert to the fabulous Kahilu Theatre in Waimea for its 2023/24 season finale.

After the overwhelming success of last year’s sold-out performance, the Philharmonic returns with a program meticulously curated by Artistic Director and Conductor Brian Dollinger to captivate and charm audiences of all ages to close out the season with a delightful crescendo.

From the dazzling lights of Broadway to the enchanting and timeless melodies of Hollywood, the “POPS!” will be brimming with cherished pops classics that will surely warm hearts and leave concertgoers with smiles as bright as the Kohala sun.

“Symphony orchestras are well-known for their performances of Beethoven, Mozart, and Tchaikovsky, but there is a whole different side to their repertoire—POPS! This encompasses a wide variety of ‘popular culture’ music from movies, television, Broadway, even video games,” stated Dollinger. “I really enjoy these concerts because many of our audience members who attend them are new to the Philharmonic. This type of concert is THE perfect way to introduce new listeners to the Philharmonic.”

Dollinger added, “This concert will touch upon many of the greats who have influenced American music from the early 1900s to today. It will be music that generations of listeners can connect to and, in many cases, relive fond memories.”

Under Dollinger’s direction during the “POPS!” the Philharmonic will perform iconic works by Henry Mancini, Frank Sinatra, Morton Gould, Duke Ellington, George Gershwin, and more.

“It’ll be a great way to spend the afternoon—whether you are a Philharmonic subscriber or someone who is curious about symphonic music and wants to come check us out,” Dollinger continued. “We have fun at all of our concerts, but the ‘POPS!’ concert is the perfect entry to the new listener.”

Anticipation is high for the surprises the Philharmonic has in store for this celebration of America’s rich musical heritage. Gather your loved ones, secure your seats today, and let the melodies sweep you away with the Kamuela Philharmonic at Kahilu Theatre on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at 2pm.

TICKETS
Tickets for “POPS!” are $76 / $66 / $46 / $22. They may be purchased online at kamuelaphil.org or by calling the Kahilu Theatre Box Office at 808.885.6868 or visiting the Box Office in person at 67-1186 Lindsey Road, Kamuela, HI 96743 on Wednesdays from 10 AM – 2 PM, Thursdays from 4 PM – 8 PM, and during events.

The Kamuela Philharmonic’s presentation of “POPS!” is made possible with support from Paul & Ursula Koehler, Jim Monk, and Joanne & David Turner.

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The Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra Society (KPOS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing live, high-quality orchestral music to audiences on Hawaii Island. KPOS celebrates and promotes the timeless beauty of classical music, as well as the rich cultural and musical traditions of the Hawaiian people. The Orchestra is a charitable organization described in Section 501(c)(3). Those who wish to contribute to this endeavor, either financially or in other ways, are encouraged to contact the KPOS through its website or at P.O. Box 2597, Kamuela, HI 96743.