Spectrum Hawaii; Furniture, Samoan Choir, Carlos Montoya, Computer Music, India Dance

KHET · November 3, 1986

Episode 419 features piano teacher, Ernest Chang who talks about the methods and benefits of learning/teaching piano. Akiko Takahashi studied with Ernest Chang and talks about how piano lessons influence her job as a hotel director. The second segment is a tribute to Hawaiian aquatic athlete and Olympian, Duke Kahanamoku. His neighbor, brother, wife, and other people who knew him talk about Dukes childhood and athletic accomplishments. Episode 420 begins with the contemporary furniture designs of Meder-Hill Design firm in Hawaii. Steve Meder and Steve Hill talk about contemporary design and showcase their pieces. The second segment showcases the Samoan Choir led by Nuku Tavita. The interlude is a performance by guitarist Carlos Montoya. The fourth segment shows the electronic music equipment at the University of Hawaii Music Department. Dr. Armand Russel demonstrates the equipment and discusses the importance of electronic music. The final segment is a performance by the folk troop of India. This item is part of the Pacific Islanders section of the AAPI special collection.