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Hawaii Public Radio (HPR) - Rousing Evening of Bluegrass and Americana Music with Saloon Pilots
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Type: Special Event
Date: Saturday - 8/15/2015
Time: 7:30 p.m.
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Hawaii Public Radio (HPR)
Atherton Performing Arts Studio
738 Kaheka Street
Honolulu, HI 96814

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Rousing Evening of Bluegrass and Americana Music with Saloon Pilots in Atherton, August 15

Hawaiʻi's Saloon Pilots livens up HPR's Atherton Studio on Saturday, August 15 with a diverse program tracing the evolution of traditional American folk music into bluegrass, including the debut of several of their own original songs. They'll demonstrate how songs that began in our country's early Appalachian musical culture absorbed influences from blues, jazz, and rock to become the contemporary Americana music we know today.

This progressive bluegrass band is comprised of Lesley Kline (fiddle and vocals), Kilin Reese (guitar and lead vocals), Paul Sato (five-string banjo and vocals), Mark Ransom (electric bass and vocals), and Russell Lundgren (percussion).

Reservations for the Saloon Pilots' "An Evening of Bluegrass and Americana Music" may be made online at www.hprtickets.org or by calling the station (955-8821) during regular business hours. Tickets are $30 general, $25 for HPR members, and $15 for students with ID. The Atherton Studio is located at Hawaiʻi Public Radio, 738 Kāheka Street. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.; music begins at 7:30 p.m.

About the artists

Lesley Kline is originally from Oklahoma and spent a decade in Paris playing professionally in bluegrass and mariachi bands before settling in Hawaiʻi. She is adept at playing in a number of styles, including Irish and early American fiddle tunes, as well as bluegrass.

Kilin Reece's innovative guitar solos are only eclipsed by his singing style which encompasses a contemporary approach and sound applied to traditional material. His broad palette of musical influences bring a blend to the band that extends beyond genres.

Paul Sato was born and raised in Honolulu. His eclectic banjo-playing style tends to reflect his exposure and openness to the many forms of music present in Hawaiʻi.

Mark Ransom's electric bass is an unusual feature for a bluegrass band, but his approach on the instrument provides the Saloon Pilots' music with a unique vibrance. He is also the band's specialist for Chuck Berry songs.

Russell Lundgren is a talented jazz drummer who plays a box with the Saloon Pilots -- not a cajon, not a conga, an actual cardboard box. The range of tones that he is able to produce with his cardboard box are especially apparent when he does a percussion solo.

About Hawai‘i Public Radio

HPR is a private, non-profit organization which broadcasts classical, jazz, and international music; and in-depth news and informational programming from National Public Radio, American Public Media, Public Radio International, and other local, national, and international program sources, as well as programs produced by Hawai‘i Public Radio. In December 2014, Charity Navigator, the premier charity evaluator, awarded HPR its third consecutive four-star rating for exceptional fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency. HPR was named one of the 2015 Best Places to Work in Hawaii by Hawaii Business magazine and Best Places Group.

HPR's mission is to serve the entire population of the state of Hawai‘i with two excellent program streams. HPR-1, the news magazine and fine arts stream, can currently be heard on O‘ahu and Kaua‘i (KHPR 88.1 FM and 88.5 FM); Maui, Moloka‘i, and Lana‘i (KKUA 90.7 FM); East Hawai‘i (KANO 91.1 FM (Hilo) and K234AN 94.7 FM (Waimea)); Kauaʻi (K269GD 101.7 FM); and West Hawaiʻi (K239BV 95.7 FM). HPR-2, the news, local talk, and music stream, is found on Maui, Moloka‘i, Lana‘i (KIPM 89.7 FM and KIPH 88.3 FM (Hana)); West Hawai‘i (KIPM 89.7 FM and KHPH 88.7 FM); the newest station in south Hawai‘i (KAHU 91.7 FM); O‘ahu and Kaua‘i (KIPO 89.3 FM; KIPL 89.9 FM). HPR is online and streaming at hawaiipublicradio.org and hpr2.org; as well as on Facebook (hawaiipublicradio) and Twitter (@hipubradio). Free iOS and Android™ apps for "Hawaii Public Radio" are available for download from the App Store or Google Play™. HPR-1 and HPR-2 may also be heard via cable broadcasts from Oceanic Time Warner (channels 864 and 865) or Hawaiian Telcom TV (channels 661 and 662).

About HPR's Atherton Performing Arts Studio

The Atherton Studio seats 75 people and is home to a magnificent Bösendorfer concert grand piano. The Studio is available for rent for musical performances, community group meetings, and lectures. It is located in the HPR office and studio complex at 738 Kaheka Street, across from the Honolulu Don Quijote. Metered street parking is available, as are paid lots at the First Hawaiian Bank (Kapi‘olani branch) and in the Pan Am building.

About Hawaii Public Radio

HPR is a private, non-profit organization which broadcasts classical, jazz, and international music; and in-depth news and informational programming from National Public Radio, American Public Media, Public Radio International, and other local, national, and international program sources, as well as programs produced by Hawaii Public Radio. In October 2013, Charity Navigator, the premier charity evaluator, awarded HPR its second consecutive four-star rating for exceptional fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency.

HPR's mission is to serve the entire population of the state of Hawai‘i with two excellent program streams. HPR-1, the news magazine and fine arts stream, can currently be heard on O‘ahu and Kaua‘i (KHPR 88.1 FM and 88.5 FM); Maui, Moloka‘i, Lana‘i, and West Hawai‘i (KKUA 90.7 FM); and East Hawai‘i (KANO 91.1 FM (Hilo) and 94.7 FM (Waimea)). HPR-2, the news, local talk, and music stream, is found on Maui, Moloka‘i, Lana‘i (KIPM 89.7 FM and KIPH 88.3 FM (Hana)); West Hawai‘i (KIPM 89.7 FM and KHPH 88.7 FM); O‘ahu and Kaua‘i (KIPO 89.3 FM; KIPL 89.9 FM)

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