Page 5 - MidWeek West - Dec 22, 2021

Westside Students Spread The Aloha Spirit Through Christmas Album
FROM PAGE 1
his Aʻo ʻUkulele production team, would spend hours re- cording each of them when- ever they were available. According to Davis, it took a solid month of constant re- cording, which took place in Aʻo ʻUkulele Studio and Nā Maka Studio. Once that was completed, the soundtracks went into mixing and mas- tering to be finalized.
rience be the teacher,” says Davis.
He sought to not just work with them as an ʻukulele/ guitar teacher, but also in artist development with the process of recording, pro- ducing and marketing an album.
“He showed us every- thing from laying tracks, to promoting through (social) media, as well as pushing us to be better musicians,” says student Donovan Alos.
Thereafter, Davis and his students turned their atten- tion toward photoshoots and CD cover concepts.
eryone takes a minute to listen to it and enjoy the heartfelt love that myself and everyone who put this project together has poured into creating this project. I want to thank you all for supporting our students through this project. Please listen, enjoy it and have a
beautiful Christmas.” Comprised of six tradi- tional Christmas songs with a unique flair of aloha spirit, A Vintage Christmas is now available on CD, digital me- dia and streaming platforms. Visit jonahdavis.com and namakastudio.org for more
information.
Students of Nā Maka ʻO Puʻuwai Aloha, ranging in age from 5 years old to mid-70s, all played a vital role in the album — each recording their instruments, vocals and harmonies. Da- vis, along with the help of
“They really participated in every part of the process, and now we have our very first album,” says Davis.
Students of Nā Maka ‘O Pu‘uwai Aloha (above and above right) got together to record a Christmas album at its Waipi‘o studio. PHOTOS COURTESY JONAH DAVIS
amount of work, time and that when working as a team dedication it takes to cre- the creativity is endless.” ate an album,” adds student Davis echoes that senti- Kaylen Landry. “We learned ment, saying, “I hope ev-
UP TO
50%
SALE
DECEMBER 22, 2021 5
“We’ve created some- thing that is very special to us and something we hope for everyone to enjoy. We’ve learned so much about the
Your tech is smart, not invincible
That’s why we cover ALL your favorite home tech for just $24.99/mo.
Scan this
QR code to sign up today!
One simple plan covers the tech in your home
From TV breakdowns to spills on laptops, rest easy knowing we cover every eligible device:
􏰀 No matter where you bought it or the brand
􏰀 Regardless of how old it is
􏰀 Even without a receipt
SIGN UP ONLINE OR VISIT 26 Hoolai Street, Kailua ANY OF OUR LOCATIONS! (808) 762-4349
590 Farrington Hwy, Kapolei
(808) 892-1155
Walk-ins welcomed!
OFF
KOREAN COSMETICS KOREAN DRAMA DVD KOREAN ACCESSORIES HEALTH & HAIR PRODUCTS And More
#1 SELLING IN KOREA!
KAHEKA (InsideDonQuijote) PH: 943-1183, 943-8720 HOURS: 8:30AM-9PM
WAIPAHU (InsideDonQuijote) PH: 671-2224, 484-4875 HOURS: 9PM-7PM
WeFix
It or We Replace Your Device!