David's original Jazz Album with Michael Ruff, Dean Taba, Abe Lagrimas Jr. and Tim Tsukiyama.
About
From the City to the Beach
David plays a wide range of genres from his experiences living in Chicago, to working Cruise Ships, to the music of Kauai. His original compositions are unique and fun. He likes to surprise the audience with something new every performance.
The music he plays includes artists like Otis Redding, Tracy Chapman, Van Morrison, Israel Kamak
David plays a wide range of genres from his experiences living in Chicago, to working Cruise Ships, to the music of Kauai. His original compositions are unique and fun. He likes to surprise the audience with something new every performance.
The music he plays includes artists like Otis Redding, Tracy Chapman, Van Morrison, Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, John Cruz, Eddie Kamae, Louis Armstrong, Nat King Cole, Eric Clapton, The Beatles, Bobby Broom, Johnny Nash, Eddie Kamae, Clifford Brown, Common Kings, Bob Marley, and Oscar Peterson as well as many others. Join David in creating a musical experience that is genuine and fresh!
Music for your whole Ohana
David's faith and family is at the heart of his songs. He creates songs that are relatable and draw upon a variety of genres from Jazz to Folk, from Gospel to Pop.
He shares music about his wife, kids, experiences and his community. He focuses on inspiring music that brings hope.
David's Experience
David's Experience
David regularly performs at the Royal Sonesta Resort at Nawiliwili Harbor. You may have also seen him at Japanese Grandmas Sushi Cafe, Beach House Restaurant, Wranglers Steakhouse, or with the Green Stone Project.
David studied Classical and Jazz Trumpet at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, and the Chicago College of Performing
David regularly performs at the Royal Sonesta Resort at Nawiliwili Harbor. You may have also seen him at Japanese Grandmas Sushi Cafe, Beach House Restaurant, Wranglers Steakhouse, or with the Green Stone Project.
David studied Classical and Jazz Trumpet at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, and the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University. He sings, plays Ukulele, Piano, and adds the trumpet for a little extra sizzle :)
Currently David teaches Music at Waimea Canyon Middle School on the west side of Kauai. He teaches several Concert Bands, Ukulele, and Drum classes. He has won several awards for his teaching because of his passion to bring excellence to the youth of Kauai.
You can experience the creative entertainment of this "2016 Kauai Teacher of The Year" and "Na Hoku" finalist by hearing him play at local Kauai restaurants/resorts, or hiring him for your event.
His ability to perform on many instruments and his delight for creating original works is sure to inspire.
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