Monday, June 13, 2011
Maui Concerts - Steel Pulse and Matisyahu
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Maui Concerts - Doobie Brothers and War
The Maui music scene was once again rocking when the Doobie Brothers and the band War came in concert to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center on April 1, 2011. The Maui concert with the Doobie Brothers also brought along a few of their friends to share in the fun. Michael McDonald, Mick Fleetwood and Willie Nelson joined the band onstage for a few songs and got the packed group of Maui music fans on their feet singing along.
Pat Simmons from the Doobie Brothers with special guest and part time Maui resident, Willie Nelson.
Tom Johnston on bass and special guest, Michael McDonald, joined Doobie Brothers on keyboards
Special Guest and part time Maui resident, Mick Fleetwood, on drums for the Doobie Brothers.
Legendary Doobie Brothers bassist, Tom Johnston shows off his true rock star skills.
Lonnie Jordan of the band, War.
Check out the lineup of rock stars on the Maui Arts and Cultural stage!
The Doobie Brothers auctioned off a signed guitar along with lots of perks to a lucky bidder who generously paid $16,000 for the package. The lucky winner got to join the Doobie Brothers on stage (see above) for the final song!
The Doobie Brothers line up. 
The new Yokouchi Pavilion at the MACC provides a great stage with an intimate feeling for any show! I always love the light shows.
The Doobie Brothers line up. Parting shot of both bands back stage.
What a great group of talent!
A hui hou,
Aubrey
www.aubreyhord.com
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Maui Concerts- Damian Marley and Nas
Damian Marley and Nas brought reggae fans to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center for a packed Maui concert recently. The two put on a show filled with hip hop, reggae and the sounds of Damian Marley's Jamaican home. The Maui music scene buzzed for weeks prior to the sold out show and fans were treated to a live performance in the Maui Arts and Cultural Center's new Yokouchi Pavilion.
See you at the next show!A hui hou,
Aubrey
Maui Concerts - Peter Frampton ramps up Maui
Who loves Peter Frampton??? Oh ooh ooh!! I do!!
I had the pleasure of photographing the Peter Frampton concert last night on Maui at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center. He played for nearly 3 hours and had everyone on their feet dancing and jamming along with him. He is still a master of the guitar and the stage. He was gracious enough to accept two kukui nut leis courtesy of the audience members as well as picking up an ukulele and playing a song just for us!
Thanks for making our day Mr. Frampton! You can still ROCK!
Come back soon!
Aubrey
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Maui Concerts - Elton John sings to a happy sold out crowd on Maui
The new glass topped outdoorvenue at the MACC called the Yokouchi Pavilion was sold out for the first of two shows by Sir Elton John who christened the beautifully designed venue with a huge show full of lights, incredible music and anenthusiastic Maui crowd.
The new venue glowed like a Christmas tree with all the new lights shining through the glass roof and stage lights flashing back on the crowd of well over 5,000 lucky ticket holders.
Sir Elton made a grand entrance onto the stage and wowed the crowd with his first piano song "Funeral for a Friend" which lasted 11 minutes.
I was right down in front along with the other official professional photographer for the concert, Amanda Cowan, from the Maui News. 
Amanda shot and scored with several images on the front page and section of the Maui News today. It's always a pleasure shooting with other photographers who know how to capture a show and Amanda is no exception!
Sir Elton played to the crowd who instantly stood and gave a warm Maui welcome for the returning musical icon. The crowd was actually on their feet every time Elton played a song, dancing and waving their arms and singing along to all of his hits.
The GA section in the bleachers was the best chorus!!Elton offset his high energy songs with a couple of ballads on the piano which just made the show by the super star even more endearing. Happy fans snapped up red flashing sunglasses and Elton John t shirts from every era of his career from the Merchandise tents.I think I found my true calling. I love shooting concerts and am a huge supporter of the arts and arts education on Maui.
The MACC asked me to start shooting concerts and events there 3 years ago and I am forever grateful for the chance to be part of a collective positive energy. The staff and volunteers at the MACC work harder than any team I have ever met, with long hours and high stress situations, they always handle everything in stride and with a smile. What a joy to work with such a great crew! I am truly blessed to be part of the MACC family. It's always fun to be part of something that brings positive energy, smile, laughter and dancing to our island community.
Thank you, Sir Elton John, Art Vento at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center, Tom Moffat Productions and the hard working staff, crew and volunteers at the MACC for bringing such incredible musical talent to our island. We truly appreciate it and look forward to the next show!
Thank you, Sir Elton John, Art Vento at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center, Tom Moffat Productions and the hard working staff, crew and volunteers at the MACC for bringing such incredible musical talent to our island. We truly appreciate it and look forward to the next show!
A hui hou,
Aubrey
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Maui Concerts - DAUGHTRY Returns to Tour on Maui
The rock band DAUGHTRY came of a well-earned vacation to start their tour on Maui. 
The band played at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center Friday, February 18th to a sold out audience at the Castle Theater.
Rocker Chris Daughtry is possibly best known for his fourth place in the fifth season of American Idol, and he can totally hold an audience with his strong vocal range and a group of bandmates who never quit.
His performance was non-stop energy and filled with hit songs like "Home" and the grammy nominated song" It's Not Over." Filling the Castle Theater with a huge fan base, DAUGHTRY had the audience on their feet singing along right off the bat and they didn't quit until after several encores.
What a show!
Welcome back to the road DAUGHTRY! Thanks for stopping by our little island.
A hui hou,
Aubrey
aubrey@aubreyhord.com
www.aubreyhord.com
Monday, March 21, 2011
Maui Concerts - Ladysmith Black Mambazo soothes the Maui crowd
One of my favorite World Music groups performed on Maui last week at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center to a nearly full house. Ladysmith Black Mambazo showed off their high steps (complete with red socks!) to the sounds of smooth voices from South Africa. Ladysmith beacame even more famous with the partnership with Paul Simon on his Graceland album a few years ago. The group was founded over 40 years ago in South Africa and has performed all over the world This was their third performance on Maui at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center.
And now to Elton John next month!Aubrey
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