Noel Okimoto on Classical Pacific

Hawaiʻi Public Radio | By Sharene Keliʻipunilei Lum Taba

Published December 26, 2024 at 2:39 PM HST

21 years since releasing his award winning album "Ohana," Noel Okimoto talks about his childhood as a professional drummer, his friendships, and his new album, "Hō`ihi." Follow Noel and his Ohana Jazz performances on instagram @ohanajazzhawaii

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