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Tuesday Student Takeover: Avyanna McPeek-Batlin

Avyanna McPeek-Batlin and mother, Mindy Smokestack
Sylvia Flores
Avyanna McPeek-Batlin and mother, Mindy Smokestack

Sixth grader at Hālau Kū Māna New Century Public Charter School, Avyanna McPeek-Batlin is a superstar. The pianist and singer will headline her own show on Dec. 13 at Honolulu's Slack Key Lounge. McPeek-Batlin tells us about lessons learned putting a show together, the highlights of her music career thus far and gives advice to young music students. Learn more about "A Soulful Christmas."

Sharene Keli`ipunilei Lum Taba is a harpist and is married to Jazz bassist and educator, Dean Taba.
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