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on December 3
Alyssa Archambault
Posted project update #16Bill Tapia, In Loving Memory (1908-2011)
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Dear Friends,
Friday morning I received the sad news that our beloved Bill Tapia had passed away peacefully in his sleep--too soon--at the age of 103. Bill would have turned 104 on New Year's day.
Besides being a musician of the first rank, Bill was a master raconteur who regaled audiences and interviewers alike with wildly entertaining anecdotes that spanned the 20th century. To his many admirers, the story of his discovering the ukulele and subsequent career is well known.
I had the great privilege of getting to know him in his later years. Though he was 93 when we first met in the summer of 2001, his joyful spirit, energy, and artistry mocked any stereotypical notions commonly associated with growing old.
For most of his musical career Bill was a sideman, band leader, and session player. In his ninth decade he stepped into the role of featured performer. And he was amazing, holding audiences from New York to Japan to Hawaii and points in-between in the palm of his hand. Taking the expression "better late than never" to new lengths, his first album was released when he was 96.
Bill's long life was so rich in friendships and joy that it's hard to imagine he's gone. And in a sense, of course, he's not. His was truly a life well lived. In celebrating that life, we're reminded to celebrate our own.
Best wishes to all,
AlyssaBeth Archambault
Founder, Paniolo ProductionsHonolulu Star Advertiser obituary
www.billtapia.com | www.panioloproductions.com
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on October 18
Alyssa Archambault
backed a project
WILD PACK OF CANARIES - IN THE PARIAN FLESH by J.P. Bendzinski
WILD PACK OF CANARIES IS RECORDING THEIR 2ND FULL LENGTH STUDIO ALBUM WITH PRODUCER IKEY OWENS (MARS VOLTA) COMING JANUARY 2012
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on August 19
Alyssa Archambault
Posted project update #15CD Release parties announced + Huell Howser rebroadcast details!
Come join us for not one, but TWO parties to honor Bill TapiaPost Commentand an album 100 years in the making...
Bill Tapia, Live at the Warner Grand Theatre
The 100th Birthday Concert“IF THERE WAS A MOUNT RUSHMORE FOR UKULELE PLAYERS, BILL TAPIA WOULD BE ON IT.”
In late 2007, as he approached his 100th birthday, this legendary artist—singer, raconteur, ukulele player, and jazz guitarist—took to the stage of the historic Warner Grand Theatre. Joining in the celebration was an audience of fans from the U.S and around the world. It was actually a return engagement, albeit slightly delayed—he last played there in 1935. This time around, Bill was accompanied by renowned musicians Kristin Korb, Earl Allen, Frank DeVito, and Abe Lagrimas Jr. for a magical evening of American jazz standards and Hapa Haole Hawaiian classics hosted by King Kukulele. Happily, the magic of that never-to-be-repeated event has been meticulously captured and preserved with this special album release.
PARTY #1
DATE: Saturday, September 17th
TIME: 1-5pm
PLACE: Oasis Center - 800 Marguerite Street, Corona del Mar, CA 92625
PARTY #2
DATE: Saturday, October 1st
TIME: 5-9pm
PLACE: Paniolo Productions - 3552 Kelton Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90034
THESE EVENTS ARE FREE, all ages, open to the public and have free parking. Please forward this announcement and invite others to attend! DON'T FORGET TO RSVP & BRING SOME GOOD EATS 'N DRINKS!
In the meantime, visit our Facebook invitation pages:
SEPTEMBER 17: https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=143890669031134
OCTOBER 1: https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=183550601713818
More details will be announced soon!
STAY UPDATED & CONNECTED AT:
Facebook, "Like" Bill's music page: https://www.facebook.com/BillTapiaMusic
Bill's official website: http://www.billtapia.com/
Paniolo Productions official website: http://www.panioloproductions.com/
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Can't make it? Don't miss out! PRE-ORDER NOW and you will receive the CD in a beautifully wrapped package along with a free button, sticker and postcard! www.panioloproductions.com
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Also, HUELL HOWSER will be re-broadcasting Bill's episode on KCET (Los Angeles) in September. Which will cover L.A. County, Orange County, Ventura County, and most parts of Santa Barbara & San Luis Obispo counties. Tune-in on the following dates and times. Huell will be adding an update segment at the end of the show and talk about Bill's new album!
September 4 @ 7PM - KCET
September 17 @ 7PM - KCET
*A note from Huell Howser Productions: The first half of the hour is the "Singing Cowboys" (Roy Rogers & Dale Evans and Herb Jeffries). Bill's segment will start just a few minutes before 7:30pm.
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on August 9, 2011
Alyssa Archambault
Posted project update #14A goodie bag full of good news and a song from the album!
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on June 8, 2011
Alyssa Archambault
Posted project update #13Release date delay...
Post CommentPlease forgive the delay, but the "Bill Tapia, Live at the Warner Grand Theatre - The 100th Birthday Concert" CD won't be available by June 7 as originally projected. But believe me, it's all good! We're taking a little extra time to make our package even more beautiful than we'd envisioned. Thanks everyone for your patience. I'll keep you updated in the coming weeks.
Alyssa Archambault
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on May 2, 2011
Alyssa Archambault
Posted project update #12Promo video and links...
Post CommentAloha!
I know I don't have to sell you on the CD, but I thought you might like to know our promo video for the CD has been launched! See attached file or click this youtube link.
Many wonderful people were involved with making this and I'm quite pleased the way it turned out!
Also, join Bill on Facebook along with several other fans and share a message on the wall. If this page gets 5,000 "Likes" before June 7 (when the album is released) then everyone will receive a song that is not on the CD!
Hope you had a beautiful weekend!
As always, mahalo for your support...
AlyssaHelp spread the word (click on the links below)...
Bill Tapia Facebook
Paniolo Productions Facebook
CD Promo Video
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on April 14, 2011
Alyssa Archambault
Posted project update #11CD Cover Art & Release Dates!!
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I am so happy to share with you the cover art and release dates for an album 100 years in the making...
Bill Tapia Live at the Warner Grand Theatre ~ His 100th Birthday Concert!
Physical CD will be released on June 7, 2011 and Digitally on May 24, 2011.
The album as you know, features Bill Tapia on ukulele, guitar and vocals, Kristin Korb (upright bass, vocals), Frank DeVito (drums), Earl Allen (guitar), Abe Lagrimas Jr. (vibes) and emcee King Kukulele. Amazing cover art by: Robert Armstrong
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3 EASY WAYS TO STAY UPDATED and HELP US SPREAD THE WORD:
#1 - FACEBOOK MUSIC PAGE: I recently created a FB music page for Bill and want you to join us! Please "like" this link, share on your FB wall and with your friends (help us make our goal of 5,000 fans before the CD is released!)...
Bill Tapia: 103 'Ukulele Legend (official music page): http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bill-Tapia-103-Ukulele-Legend-official-music-page/154489661258552
#2 - FACEBOOK UPDATE INVITE: This is not an actual event, but yet another way to receive updates over the coming weeks... http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=168097229911284#!/event.php?eid=168097229911284 (To receive these updates and invite other friends you must click the above link and RSVP “I’m Attending”).
3# - JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: If you want to stay connected long-term this is the most direct way to stay updated on Bill Tapia, his CD and Paniolo Productions! Click on this link to sign-up: http://panioloproductions.com/email_list.html
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You'll be hearing more from me… so, stay tuned!
In the meantime, thanks for your continued support and take care of yourself!
Also, visit: http://billtapia.com/
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Aloha ~ Alyssa
Alyssa Archambault | Paniolo Productions
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on April 2, 2011
Alyssa Archambault
commented on a projectHi John - Thanks for your note... we are currently in the cd artwork / layout phase. More details will be announced very soon, including the long awaited release date! Stay tuned! - Alyssa
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on January 4, 2011
Alyssa Archambault
Posted project update #10You are invited to Bill Tapia's 103rd Birthday Party...
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on December 16, 2010
Alyssa Archambault
Posted project update #9Bill Tapia turning 103--Send a birthday greeting!
Here's wishing you a warm and wonderful holiday season!
As many of you may know, January 1st, besides being New Year's Day is Bill Tapia's birthday--this year he turns 103.
I'd like to make this birthday extra-special for Bill and would love it if you'd send me your birthday wishes to pass on to him. If you care to send him a card or note, please send it to my post office box (P.O. Box 66265, Los Angeles, CA 90066) or, if you prefer, email me at alyssa@panioloproductions.com. I know Bill will be thrilled to hear from you.
Mele Kalikimaka,
AlyssaP.S. Things are moving ahead with the 100th birthday concert album. I'm happy to announce the album is now mixed. Sequencing will be done next week --with the mastering to take place in January. Robert Armstrong is hard at work on the cover art. I'm really excited about the talented creative team we've assembled. I'll keep you updated as we enter the new year.
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Peter Hill on December 17, 2010
G'day Mate !
Good to hear from you Alyssa ! Also Happy to hear that everything is coming along fine with Uncle Bill's CD and accompanying Goodies as well.........
I would love to send Uncle Bill a Birthday Card and have noted your PO Box. Thanks !Take Care, and wish you well over the Holiday's.
Peter Hill
Brisbane.
AUSTRALIA
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Alyssa Archambault is the founder of Paniolo Productions, a grass roots concert production company based in Los Angeles, CA. Over the last 10 years, her company has attracted thousands of beautiful people to performances by hundreds of talente... view more
Sounds great! Tuning up the uke as I'm listening. :)