WEST HAWAII TODAY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2016 | 9 The talented ensemble consists of band leader Dan Kumamoto on keys and woodwinds, June Kumamoto on koto, Yvette Nii on vocals, Kimo Cornwell on piano and keys, Danny Yamamoto on drums and Dean Cortez on bass. PHOTOS COURTESY KEN FONG/SPECIAL TO WEST HAWAII TODAY jazz musician and composer, Kuramoto is the world’s best koto player “…creating music and sounds totally unique with depth, heart and soul.” After more than 30 years in the recording industry, Hiroshima chose to go out on their own. “The industry doesn’t really know what to do with you if you don’t fit into one of their categories. We’re different, and that presents its own unique challenges. I just have to say how grateful we are for our loyal fans and really look forward to being back in Hawaii.” Hiroshima plays 7 p.m. Saturday at Honoka’a People’s Theater (doors open at 6:30) and 7 p.m. Sunday at The Palace Theatre (doors open at 6:30). Tickets are $45 and $65. For tickets and information, visit www. lazarbear.com or call 896-4845. Tickets can also be purchased at Sound Wave Music and Kona Music Exchange in Kailua-Kona, Kiernan Music in Old Town Kainaliu, Waimea General Store at Parker Square in Kamuela, Taro Patch Gifts in Honoka’a, CD Wizard in Hilo and Hilo Music Exchange in Hilo. ■ HIROSHIMA: CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A Hiroshima plays 7 p.m. Saturday at Honoka’a People’s Theater (doors open at 6:30) and 7 p.m. Sunday at The Palace Theatre (doors open at 6:30). Tickets are $45 and $65. Saturday, September 17th, 6pm to 8pm Coronation Pavilion “Ol’ School Band” Saturday, September 24th Movie Starts at 5:45pm In a city of anthropomorphic animals, a rookie bunny cop and a cynical con artist fox must work together to uncover a conspiracy. Stars: Ginnifer Goodwin • Jason Bateman • Idris Elba PG
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