75th Anniversary Pearl Harbor Memorial Band

75th Anniversary Pearl Harbor
Memorial Band & Choir Concert
December 4-9, 2016
Perform with bands & choirs
from the United States and
Japan to honor the men
and women who gave their
lives for our freedom on
December 7, 1941.
THE SETTING
THE CITY :: Honolulu, Hawaii
Hawaii is a major tourist destination and Honolulu, situated on the island of
Oahu, is the main gateway into Hawaii. The city has been the capital of the
Hawaiian islands since 1845 and gained historical recognition following the
attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan near the city on December 7, 1941. Highlights
of a visit to Honolulu are Waikiki Beach, one of the most famous beaches
in the world, as well as a climb to the summit of nearby Diamond Head, a
volcanic tuff cone that gives visitors a panoramic view. Honolulu gives visitors
diverse natural scenery, a warm tropical climate, and spectacular beaches
along with gracious people who welcome the world to their paradise.
THE EVENT :: 75th Anniversary of the Attack on Pearl Harbor
The attack on Pearl Harbor was a surprise military strike conducted by the
Imperial Japanese Navy against this United States naval base located west of
Honolulu on the morning of December 7, 1941. The attack would mark the
United States’ entry into World War II. Pearl Harbor is a lagoon harbor on
the island of Oahu. The 75th anniversary of the attack will be remembered
with a mass band performance featuring bands from both the U.S. and Japan
showing that they can work together as musicians in a performance that seeks
to inspire a world filled with love and peace.
THE VENUE :: Pearl Harbor
The USS Battleship Missouri Memorial in Pearl Harbor will be the backdrop for
the 75th Anniversary Pearl Harbor Mass Band Performance. The USS Missouri
Memorial is dedicated to preserving the ship’s legacy as the site of Japan’s
unconditional surrender to the Allied Forces on September 2, 1945, ending
World War II. It honors the commitment of all of the men and women past
and present who served our great country. The Mass Band of American and
Japanese musicians will present to the world, “A Gift of Music!”
THE ORGANIZERS :: Perform America
Perform America is dedicated to providing exceptional educational tours for
performing groups, with itineraries that feature beautiful venues throughout
the United States. The company has offices in Honolulu, Atlanta & Colorado
Springs and is a sister organization of Perform International. Perform America
and Perform International focus on performance-based tours and events for
bands, orchestras and choirs, helping ensembles discover the world of music
through travel.
ITINERARY
5 Nights - Honolulu
DAY 1 – SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2016 - ARRIVAL HONOLULU
Arrive at Honolulu International Airport and be greeted with a traditional
flower lei. Your group will be transported to your Waikiki Hotel. This evening
you will have a Pizza Party and information session with your local Tour
Director. Overnight in Honolulu.
DAY 2 – MONDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2016 - HONOLULU
After breakfast travel to Hawaii’s most famous landmark, Diamond Head.
You will climb to the 763 foot summit for a 360 degree panoramic view.
When you have finished hiking there will be free time for lunch, a surf lesson,
shopping in Waikiki or just relaxing on the beach. The afternoon will also
include a scavenger hunt with your chaperones. You will get a treasure map,
a clue sheet and a dinner allowance. The scavenger hunt will help you gain
knowledge of Hawaii’s history and culture. Overnight in Honolulu.
DAY 3 – TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2016 - PEARL HARBOR
After breakfast depart for Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial to take
part in the “Witness to History” program. Afterwards, take a narrated city
tour that will include the National Cemetery of the Pacific, Washington Place,
the State Capitol, Iolani Palace and the King Kamehameha Statue. Later you
will assemble with bands and choirs from across the U.S. and Japan for the
75th Anniversary Pearl Harbor Mass Band & Choir Kick Off Event. The flags
of the U.S. and Japan will be presented and both national anthems will be
sung. You will experience firsthand the stories of two of the most influential
post-WWII composers and conductors from the U.S. and Japan. Next will
be a Mass Band & Choir Rehearsal followed by your own Beach BBQ with
Hawaiian flare. Overnight in Honolulu.
DAY 4 – WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2016 - PEARL HARBOR
Today your group will visit the USS Battleship Missouri Memorial and
then participate in the 75th Anniversary Pearl Harbor Mass Band & Choir
Performance at noon. After the performance you can meet new friends at
the deli style picnic lunch. In the evening there will be a East Meets West
dinner and Under a Hulu Moon Celebration Concert performed by the
International Honor Band & Choir. Overnight in Honolulu.
DAY 5 – THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2016 - HONOLULU
Today you will take the Eastern Shores Circle Island Tour around Diamond
Head, into the Beverly Hills of Hawaii, on to the Blowhole and then to
Pali Lookout. You will have time to get lunch on your own and then enjoy
the beach in the afternoon. Your last night in Honolulu will be one of
the highlights of the trip with an authentic Hawaiian Luau where you
will be doing the hulu and enjoying traditional Hawaiian food, music and
entertainment. Overnight in Honolulu.
DAY 6 – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2016 - DEPARTURE
Today you depart from Hawaii, taking with you incredible memories of the
gracious Hawaiian people and your performance with the 75th Anniversary
Pearl Harbor Mass Band & Choir.
HONOLULU l 50 S. Beretania Street, Suite C-211 B Honolulu, HI 96813 phone 808.479.3414
ATLANTA l 2344 Perimeter Park Drive Atlanta, GA 30341 phone 770.220.2242
COLORADO SPRINGS l 8825 Liverpool Lane Colorado Springs, CO 80920 phone 719.481.0107 fax 719.531.5374
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