Local Culture

Don Ho Tribute at the International Market Place

On Aug. 13, the International Market Place paid tribute to the legendary Don Ho and his contributions to the history and music of Hawai‘i. The ceremony began with an unveiling of the marketplace’s new bronze sculpture of the singer, created by Honolulu artist Kim Duffett, followed by a Don Ho kanikapila and tribute show.

Quote Unquote: Why the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra Needs $997K by September

Originally from London, Michael Titterton was the voice, president and general manager of Hawai‘i Public Radio from the time he moved to O‘ahu in 1999 until last year when he retired. Before HPR, he worked in a host of cities across the U.S. as a reporter, producer and engineer, and taught broadcasting. Now he’s got a new gig: president of the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra.