From the Suzuki method to the world stage, this classical-jazz violinist shows he’s all heart “Dr. Suzuki’s main idea was that if we put violins in the hands of young children instead of guns, maybe then we can have world peace.” Classical violinist Duane Padilla wouldn’t be where he is today without the discovery of a Japanese musician-turned-educator who […]
IMPORTANT NEWS: Local TV/Film Industry, MPTF Live Stream Performances Continue to Thrive Good News for TV and film in Hawaii! A new television series, “NCIS: Hawaii,” has been confirmed, and “Magnum P.I.” continues its presence in Hawaii. Abiding by an AFM agreement with the TV/film industry, “Hawaii 5-0” provided many musician sideline opportunities for 10 […]
Mahalo and Aloha to Jamie Sanborn Jamie leaves MAH Member Services to take on a new position as personnel manager for the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra. Jamie has gone above and beyond and has done a stellar job for us at MAH. HSO gets a winner. Thank you, Jamie! From the Spring 2021 issue, Ke Ola O […]
American Rescue Plan Protects AFM Pensions The American Rescue Plan, including the Butch Lewis Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021, was signed into law by President Joe Biden on March 11, 2021. This is a victory that will protect the pensions of thousands of AFM members. The American Rescue Plan will provide the AFM-EP […]
IMPORTANT NEWS: MPTF in Action Established in 1948 through a landmark collective bargaining agreement between the American Federation of Musicians and major recording companies, the Musicians’ Performance Trust Fund annually presents thousands of admission-free musical events to the community. Usually requiring a 50 percent matching contribution from a sponsor, during the pandemic, MPTF has funded, […]
IMPORTANT NEWS: Good News for TV and film in Hawaii! A new television series, “NCIS: Hawaii,” has been confirmed, and “Magnum P.I.” continues its presence in Hawaii. Abiding by an AFM agreement with the TV/film industry, “Hawaii 5-0” provided many musician sideline opportunities for 10 seasons, paid at full media rates, and “Magnum P.I.” continues […]
BUILDING UPDATE: MAH Practice Studio Reopening! After being shut down for much of 2020 due to COVID-19, MAH practice rooms and rehearsal studios have begun gradual reopening. The safety of members, students, staff, and building tenants will remain a priority for as long as COVID remains a threat in our community. The MAH Reopening Committee […]
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE, Spring 2021 “There’s some light at the end of the tunnel…” Aloha Members: This has been a tough year for all of us, but it looks like there is some light at the end of the tunnel, and a bit of good news to report. We as a country (and most of the […]
Musicians’ Association of Hawaii 2021 Election The next MAH General Election for the offices of President, Vice President, Secretary-Treasurer, (7) Board of Director positions, Sergeant at Arms, and two delegates to the AFM Convention will be held on June 21, 2021. All officer and board positions have three-year terms. Only the offices of President ($10,000/year) […]
MusiCares provides financial assistance and helpful information to the musician community. Relatively simple to apply for help. For information and additional resources, please go to: https://www.grammy.com/musicares/get-help/covid-19-relief-faq Hawaii State Rent Relief and Housing Assistance Program To apply, go to: https://www.hihousinghelp.com/ Musicians Foundation Relief Aid Grants For information, go to https://www.musiciansfoundation.org/apply/ The CV19 Emergency Relief Aid Grant […]