Hawaiian music to me is I got to say this it's the most sweetest music you can really find in the world Haw Mele is like Shakespeare on Melodies That's What It Is Well I think that uh music is the uh melodic expression of Aloha that Hawaiians have Hawaiian music is constantly growing and it's never stagnant Hawaiian music to me now means deepening people's connections and my own connection to our culture with each word and each note we keep people and places that don't exist anywhere alive we continue to tell their story that is the beauty of ha in music [Music] all my kak I'm Ron mizutani president and CEO of PBS Hawaii tonight will be a celebration of Hawaiian music as we commemorate 25 years of the iconic music program nam in that time hundreds of singers musicians and hola dancers have graced our Nam stages and the names are legendary kave Beamer casemiro kaapana pahinui to name a few while this program showcases hav Talent Rich artists and diverse musical Traditions it's also about continuing the rich Legacy that is nam we have volunteers ready to take your calls and donations of support your generosity drives our mission to Captivate and Inspire the people of Havi while upholding the highest standards of quality and integrity we have a full evening of classic performances from an All-Star lineup let's kick off our time together at the very beginning how Nam came to [Music] life PBS Hawaii has a long tradition of producing original local programming in Hawaii now melee traditions in Hawaiian song has its roots in another iconic PBS Hawaii series Spectrum Hawaii in the final season of spectrum we produced two Hawaiian music shows one featuring solo ukulele and the other Hawaiian faletto with anti Genoa kave and the ho Brothers the following year in 1999 we began thinking about producing another culture and art series and so Nam was born the show was evolved over time but its roots preserving traditional Hawaiian music remains at its heart [Music] hey I [Music] never to say goodbye never more to say goodbye [Music] [Applause] Mayana [Music] hey I la [Music] never more to say goodbye never more to say goodbye [Music] Bilo [Music] no he I [Music] Al never more to say goodbye never more to say goodbye [Music] I'll talk about my favorite so mik kumu Mike kumu hula is Robert casamero but the show also featured Nina Kelly iaha and also Uncle Mahi Beamer who has since passed away when I see the a rerun or replay of that particular Nam performance it just it just warms my heart and the energy and the and the um the the friendliness and the professionalism between them as they just stood around the piano and they just [Music] sang for [Music] one more time what what do you [Music] say fore [Music] thank you one two three four [Music] [Music] [Music] Lord [Music] know have we know [Music] upath St by the in is where we fooled around K honey [Music] [Music] my [Music] [Music] oh [Music] hey let's do my mikai song okay okay for all your mikai people out there this is for [Music] you [Music] [Music] fore [Music] fore for [Music] [Music] [Music] for for [Music] [Music] I [Music] I PBS Hawaii is pleased to offer you special Mahalo gifts for supporting Hawaii's public television station for a contribution of $75 or more you'll receive a commemorative PBS Hawaii t-shirt celebrating 25 years of Nam shirts are available in sizes small through double extra large all supporters who contribute $60 or more will receive access to passport our exclusive streaming service through the PBS app with an OnDemand library of your favorite or soon to be favorite public television programs and any contribution of $50 or more will qualify you to receive the PBS Hawaii monthly program guide with detailed program listings show descriptions and articles for a year please call or go online or scan the QR code now to Pledge Your contribution at the level that's best for you your support ensures access to valuable content Fosters cultural enrichment and contributes to the overall well-being and vitality of our community at PBS Hawaii we're with you from childhood to adulthood and it's because of you we can continue to grow together my earliest memory of PBS havai was Sesame Street and Electric Company 2 those were the two programs that I remember clearly watching you know as a kid and something I always looked forward to and now being a a dad you know of two kids um I love PBS Kids come on let's explore oh across H are scattered numerous older towns and small Central Business districts I think everybody has a story shows like Spectrum shows like home is here allows people to tell tell their little slice of their story my mom tried to work different jobs and then she just decided to just start cooking Filipino food and that's where her passion started as a member and supporter of PBS Hawaii you're not only promoting quality broadcast and digital content that informs and inspires you're also investing in a platform that Bridges diverse perspectives amplifies local voices and empowers lifelong learning for all ages please call go online or scan the QR code now to pledge your support it's because of you we at PBS Hawaii can tell your stories like no one else can PBS of is the only locally owned television station in the state your donations allow us to do what we do Mahalo for your generous gifts tonight say hi folks well there are still more Timeless Nam performances ahead including a few never broadcast before so sit back and enjoy this next it's a real Family [Music] Affair come come on [Music] oh [Music] evenings at the Beamer Ranch were always very joyous the air was crisp and cool mother lit the kerosene lamps for warmth and The Ranch House glowed in Amber Hue oh so cozy and as I sat at the dining room window I could see monaa with her ring of [Music] stars I felt like I was saying my prayers that God was so close the ranch house seemed so small small beside the Majestic Grandeur of Mona [Music] air my friend and I would sometimes room the trails of mon and in the evening we come [Music] to see her standing [Music] there the moon moves around her when she [Music] s the clouds stand may s when she we [Music] and I could be forgotten and a thousand miles away still I would recall the beauty of mountain k now to any land you go she will be with [Music] you if you love her like I do oh [Music] at early morning as we awoke Mount woke with us it was as though she was our caho our family Guardian watching over us as we went about our daily lives she was a constant source of strength to give us support and she was a strong reminder for us to stand firm in our beliefs she was like our Cuna a loving presence she was with us every moment of every day [Music] foree one [Music] [Music] dream feel beauty of my God deep and SL kissed by Misty summer rain come with me come let's see of your [Music] beauty lonely for [Music] oh come with me come let's see of your beauty [Music] on the L come with me come let's see of your [Music] beauty all your beauty [Music] w l [Music] spe [Music] make fore [Music] I'll [Music] make [Music] I for [Music] oh learning from my tutu was you know at the time I probably took it for granted I was in high school but if she heard me singing something very wrong that's when she would peek her head out of the hallway and tell me here let me show you how to do it and so she came out and sat with me in our parlor and that's where she taught me [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] oh oh he can't [Music] okay foree [Music] for [Music] [Music] make [Applause] [Music] make make [Music] after a long day it's nice to relax and watch your favorite shows on [Music] PBS take advantage of our premium streaming service passport where you'll be able to find beloved and new series exclusive extras and curated collections at your fingertips just call the number on your screen or visit PBS hawaii.org to donate $60 or more or become a sustainer of just $5 a month 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programs with PBS passport by calling the number on your screen or pledging your support at pbshawaii.org at $5 a month your support keeps PBS Hawaii strong and growing Through The Years our production teams have done an amazing job capturing these magical Nam moments the work starts well before the broadcast date with pre-production meetings with artists to go over set Concepts ideas and Designs equipment and lighting needs and song selection very important in the days leading up to the recording our studio resembles a beehive with busy bees building designing and adjusting one of the the very best moments at every n recording is when the artists enter the studio and see the set for the first time unbelievable look at that oh my goodness after full day of recording the raw elements of the show are woven together by our producers and editors and we are grateful and fortunate to have the talent of Gaylord holalia a legend in the Hawaiian music industry expertly fine-tuning the audio mixes for each song this is just a glimpse into how a single episode of Nam comes together and we can only do the work we love to do with your support if you're moved by the performances tonight please call in your pledge recording nam in the Harry and Janette Weinberg multimedia Studio here at pbsf is a true blessing but every once in a while we like to take the show on the road and the on-site locations are historic and always special [Music] lovely you weave your magic charms around half [Music] a oh every day [Music] in your subtle way you the trade winds with your fragrance my [Music] L you lure the sunbeams to shine down and hula just for you and then you flirt with all the flowers of every colored you whever you go you will always know my lovely my lady oh how I love you [Music] so my lovely [Music] oh how I love [Music] you one thing that I love about hne music is there's such an incredible history of the music and music that goes all the way back to the mid 1800s is still a very important part of the music now and if you think of the songwriters being part of the royal family Nani AA Li Kal kalak Le Hoku princess le le their music is still really important [Music] today Queen Lily wrote a song about a tutu who lived at kalala on the island of Oahu she would begin her day by having her morning devotions she would get her Bible out put on her glasses and have her little prayer [Music] time for [Music] [Applause] [Music] well as the day had come to an end she finished all her chores she was getting herself ready for bed so she took out her Bible ready for her evening devotions and started to look for her glasses where did I leave my glasses she couldn't [Music] remember [Music] [Music] for El for [Music] [Music] [Music] ah [Music] [Music] Oh Come [Music] for [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] know [Music] for [Music] [Music] for oh [Music] [Music] may your ways be blessed be safe take care [Music] h [Music] [Music] wrap your arms around my waist come on oh my [Music] goodness now the two are in my arms [Music] [Music] wrap your arms around my waist come on oh my goodness [Music] now that you are in my arm Charing [Music] W your arms around my waist oh my [Music] goodness now the TU are in my eyes [Music] darling r your arms around my [Music] waist oh my [Music] goodness now the you are in my [Music] arms [Music] darling darling darling [Music] PBS Hawaii is pleased to offer you special Mahalo gifts for supporting Hawaii's public television station for a contribution of $75 or more you'll receive a commemorative PBS Hawaii t-shirt celebrating 25 years of Nam shirts are available in sizes small through double extra large all support supporters who contribute $60 or more will receive access to passport our exclusive streaming service through the PBS app with an OnDemand library of your favorite or soon Tobe favorite public television programs and any contribution of $50 or more will qualify you to receive the PBS Hawaii monthly program guide with detailed program listings show descriptions and articles for a year please call or go online or scan the QR code now to Pledge Your contribution at the level that's best for you your support ensures access to valuable content Fosters cultural enrichment and contributes to the overall well-being and vitality of our community at PBS Hawaii we're with you from childhood to adulthood and it's because of you we can continue to grow together I have had a long relationship with PBS Hawaii of course starting since I was a child and watching all the programming but mostly because I believe in it I believe in what PBS Hawaii is bringing to our [Music] community I've always supported PBS hav because of the programming PBS focuses on Hawaii it's culture issues that affect our lives and it's well done the reality we have to face is that private Market housing is not affordable at local wages it's just not I'd like you to be at that meeting and help us with our diversionary program instead of going to jail they'll have a place to stay see this is why doing these insights where we can you know spend an hour on a topic is so important to connect our community leaders as a member and supporter of PBS Hawaii you're not only promoting quality broadcast and digital content that informs and inspires you're also investing in a platform that Bridges diverse perspectives amplifies local voices and empowers lifelong learning for all ages please call go online or scan the QR code now to pledge your support it's because of you we at PBS Hawaii can tell your stories like no one else can the stories that are being told is something that gets passed on and if the Next Generation the next group of kids can Embrace that and grasp onto that it comes full circle but the most important thing when PBS came up was what is the next Generation going to offer they can sing they can write songs they can continue in our footsteps it's very important to document all these Hawaii artists for future generations to enjoy and and to look back on and and to inspire them I feel like n supporting Hawaiian musicians is everything it gives a platform for us to reach higher Heights and for our music to be heard and to give it um a production and to show the world that there's so much talent here I'm all about pushing the envelope and coming up with ideas and that's that's the beauty about our our people if you want to rap in Hawaiian rap in hawaian if you want to do an opera number in Hawaiian do it but do it right into it [Music] well [Music] [Music] [Music] for [Music] for fore [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] know know know [Music] [Music] look the p [Music] [Applause] hey [Music] hey one two [Music] three often in the darkness sometimes in the Life visions of your golden eyes sparkle in my sight hunting by those braful years we were young life was sharp and clear can you see me now Hawaiian eyes can you see me Lost Paradise there are so many ways to go and so many things to know that I miss you [Music] inside Hawaiian eyes hey Shing in the mountains silent by the stream all had each other's lost in secret dreams now I'm fre and drifting on but memories of you hover still and strong can you see me now hawan eyes can you see me lost ow dies there's so many ways to go and so many things to know but I miss you [Music] inside [Music] eyes [Music] hey yeah can you see me now hawan eyes can you see me Lost In Paradise there so many ways to go and so many things to know but I miss you [Music] inside oo [Music] eyes oo hawan eyes oo eyes ooh hey I got your One eyes I got your One eyes I got your yeah I got [Music] I got your Hanan I baby right here [Music] ah [Music] [Music] [Music] for Allah [Music] name walk [Music] all Al L [Music] name and o [Music] walk the and [Music] [Music] all and know we call [Music] and know what we call [Music] [Music] [Music] [Applause] don't don't walk away from the mountain stay close to the road now I want to walk here for it here with your heart and soul [Music] and I want to lay in your we the way that I've done for so long I'll give you the love I've been seeking the love of your heart and soul my heart and soul Echoes of voice I remember my heart in Soul Whispers to me to [Music] surrend it's time to go home we I reside in Your Glory fly down the streets made to go please open your Gates cuz I kept my faith faith in your heart and soul my heart and soul echo of voice I remember my heart and soul Whispers to me to surrend it's time to go home [Music] so I'm going to walk to that mountain now I'm going to stay around here on their Ro and I'm going to walk here forever here with your heart and soul here with your heart and soul here with your heart and soul [Music] here with your [Music] [Music] heart after a long day it's nice to relax and watch your favorite shows on PBS [Music] take advantage of our premium streaming service passport where you'll be able to find beloved and new series exclusive extras and curated collections at your fingertips just call the number on your screen or visit pbshawaii.org to donate $60 or more or become a sustainer of just $5 a month to automatically gain access to passport you'll receive an email with activation instructions to create a PBS account once your account is active simply find PBS on your streaming device and sign in with your PBS credentials this will allow you to access the vast library of amazing content on passport whether it's on your television computer smartphone or tablet we've also posted instructions on our website if you need a little help passport has an extensive range of genres like documentaries I mean the fight came to us we don't look for it heartwarming series you care so much it's one of the reasons I love here cooking Oho simple made from ingredients that cost very little and the result is brilliant performing arts and longtime favorites these are your immigrant ancestors I want to shake their [Music] hand and of course dramas and Mysteries I wonder go on are you sure there isn't something else [Music] Miss there's something for everyone you can start watching any and all of these programs with PBS passport by calling the number on your screen or pledging your support at pbshawaii.org at $5 a month your support keeps PBS Hawaii strong and growing we have volunteers ready to take your calls and donations of support your generosity drives our mission to captivate and Inspire the people of Havi while upholding the highest standards of quality and integrity since 1999 n has preserved legendary voices many sadly are no longer with us we understand how special hne music is and it's our privilege to continue capturing these cultural offerings for the world to enjoy for many of us these songs are part of the soundtrack of Our Lives it's more than just music it's about a Feeling it's about reliving great moments from our past memories that reawaken when an Entertainer performs that special [Music] song I remember days we were young we used to cat in the mountain [Music] street from the Hills we'd ride on horse so long ago it seems it was a [Music] dream last night I dream I was returning in my heart called out to you [Music] but I fear you won't be like I left [Music] you I remember days we WIS when our world was small enough for dreams [Music] and you have lingered there my sisters I have six of [Music] those and I no longer can but last night I dream I was returning and my heart called out to you but a fear I am not as I left [Music] change is a strange thing it cannot be denied it can help you find yourself or make you lose your pride move with it all on the road we go please do not hold on to me we all must go [Music] alone I remember we were smiling when we laughed and sang the whole night long and I will greet you as I find you where the sharing of a brand new song BL night I dream I was returning and my heart called out to you to please accept me as you'll find me [Music] [Music] all remember you [Music] this and the summer is I'll be lonely oh lonely living only to Remember You [Music] I'll remember you voice as soft as a war [Music] Summer Morning Ever After I'll remember you to [Music] your I return to stand till then I will be [Music] to Bright Star we made wishes [Music] love me promise you remember [Music] to to [Music] your I return to say [Music] every bright star we made wishes [Music] of Love Me prise always you remember [Music] to I remember [Music] [Music] [Music] oh oh [Music] oh the road goes far away from home and we get lonely missing you only when we are way a sunny day is not quite the same as the ocean blue at home in the islands at home in the island [Music] and in the middle of the sea we're two happy guys under Hawaiian Skies living the life of the Gypsy musician and it's hard on our head and the lady of our heart my and mil miles away oh in the islands at home in the islands [Music] and in the middle of the [Music] sea and there is no other place that i' rather in the island in the middle of the sea there's no other we rather be home in the islands in the middle of the Seas keeping real close to a family of friends taking it easy in the [Music] tropicales at home in the islands at home in the island at home in the middle in the middle in the middle of the sea at home in the islands at home in the island at home in the middle of the sea [Music] PBS Hawaii is pleased to offer you special Mahalo gifts for supporting Hawaii's public television station for a contribution of $75 or more you'll receive a commemorative PBS Hawaii t-shirt celebrating 25 years of Nam shirts are available in sizes small through double extra large all supporters who contribute $60 or more will receive access to passport our excl exclusive streaming service through the PBS app with an OnDemand library of your favorite or soon to be favorite public television programs and any contribution of $50 or more will qualify you to receive the PBS Hawaii monthly program guide with detailed program listings show descriptions and articles for a year please call or go online or scan the QR code now to Pledge Your contribution at the level that's best for you your support ensures access to valuable cont content Fosters cultural enrichment and contributes to the overall well-being and vitality of our community at PBS Hawaii we're with you from childhood to adulthood and it's because of you we can continue to grow together this is Zeon Joes cabula from honai elementary for hikino on PBS Hawaii there are skills in heino that I've learned throughout from middle school even that I will take with me into my career I truly believe that every every career requires some sort of listening aspect or listening to other people's [Music] stories I think what's awesome with Nam is it's not onesided yeah in terms of the content that it provides for the viewers one hand is Hawaii music and all the different facets of Hawaiian music in the other hand it may be hola in the other hand it might be more contemporary stuff so there's definitely something for everybody in PBS Hawaii and the nil series as a member and supporter of PBS Hawaii you're not only promoting quality broadcast and digital content that informs and inspires you're also investing in a platform that Bridges diverse perspectives amplifies local voices and empowers lifelong learning for all ages please call go online or scan the QR code now to pledge your support it's because of you we at PBS ha can tell your stories like no one else can please know that your pledge of support is the gift that keeps giving the gift of programming that educates enlightens and entertains the people of Havi and beyond our Shores it is a gift that changes lives we want to thank the singers the musicians and dancers who have performed on Nam for the past 25 years you have filled our souls with Aloha and we look forward to future episodes with you and Mahalo to you at home for your generous contributions and continuing to trust what we do if you haven't called in your support yet there's still some time please call the numbers on your screen or donate online at pbs.org for our entire team here at PBS hav I'm Ron mizutani until next time aloha [Music] [Music] holy no I we upon all [Music] might Al [Music] High holy holy the [Music] [Music] holy [Music] [Music] holy might Al [Music] Mahalo everyone Aloha PBS Hawaii is pleased to offer you special Mahalo gifts for supporting ha's public television station for a contribution of $75 or more you'll receive a commemorative PBS Hawaii t-shirt celebrating 25 years of Nam shirts are available in sizes small through double extra large all supporters who contribute $60 or more will receive access to passport our exclusive streaming service through the PBS app with an OnDemand library of your favorite or soon to be favorite public television programs and any contribution of $50 or more will qualify you to receive the PBS Hawaii monthly program guide with detailed program listings show descriptions and articles for a year please call or go online or scan the QR code now to Pledge Your contribution at the level that's best for you your support ensures access to valuable content Fosters cultural enrichment and contributes to the overall well-being and vitality of our community at PBS Hawaii we're with you from childhood to adulthood and it's because of you we can continue to grow together my earliest memory of PBS Havi was Sesame Street and Electric Company 2 5 6 8 those were the two programs that I remember clearly watching you know as a kid and something I always looked forward to and now being a a dad you know two kids um I love PBS Kids come on let's explore oh across AA are scattered numerous older towns and small Central Business districts I think everybody has a story shows like Spectrum shows like home is here allows people to tell their little slice of their story my mom tried to work different jobs and then she just decided to just start cooking Filipino food and that's where her passion started as a member and supporter of PBS Hawaii you're not only promoting quality broadcast and digital content that informs and inspires you're also investing in a platform that Bridges diverse perspectives amplifies local voices and empowers lifelong learning for all ages please call go online or scan the QR code now to pledge your support it's because of you we at PBS Hawaii can tell your stories like no one else can [Music]