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It's going to be a funky weekend with the Honolulu Symphony Pops as we salute the '70s, a decade that we'll never forget for its fashion crimes and cool songs. We'll get into the Halloween spirit with a costume contest and the chance to win a trip for two to Vegas. While we can't give away all our secrets, rest assured you'll see some frights in the orchestra and audience, not to mention some platform shoes, leisure suits and afros.
'70s saluteThe Honolulu Symphony Pops "Halloween Salute to the Seventies":In concert: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday Place: Blaisdell Concert Hall Tickets: $25 to $70 Call: 792-2000 or Ticketmaster, 877-750-4400
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Local singers Anita Hall and Zanuck Lindsey will join maestro Matt Catingub and all of us in the orchestra for songs such as Earth, Wind and Fire's "September," Chicago's "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?," Wings' "Silly Love Songs," The Eagles' "Hotel California" and a Stevie Wonder medley. This is the decade that brought us Leif Garrett and The Ramones, and it's remarkable how many one-hit wonders made it to No. 1, then disappeared. Maestro Matt has created a new '70s medley; see if you can name all the hits.
Rumor has it that Spider-Man is going to guest-conduct a few songs, and it should come as no surprise that the symphony's principal timpanist, Stuart Chafetz, is the man behind Spidey's guest appearance. Stu has guest-conducted many orchestras across the country and is known for his enthusiasm and love of the pops. When he makes his grand entrance this weekend, he'll truly be soaring above the music.
In the '70s, sibling singers such as the Carpenters, the Jackson Five and the Osmonds were among the top acts of the day, paving the way for a whole genre that drove hit radio through the decade. From this era also emerged one of the most successful husband-and-wife teams in music history, and this brings us to our surprise guests. You might have heard the rumors, so we won't keep you waiting any longer: The Captain and Tennille will join us to perform a few of their greatest hits in the evening's grand finale.
Daryl Dragon and Toni Tennille, a.ka. the Captain and Tennille, have earned an impressive five gold and two platinum albums, six gold and one platinum single. Along the way, this Grammy-winning duo created a distinctive brand of pop music. They last joined the Pops for a full concert back in March 2001, and we're thrilled that they'll be part of our '70s salute.
Toni and Daryl released their first album in 1974 and rocketed to stardom shortly thereafter, taking top honors at the 1975 Grammy Awards by winning Record of the Year. Still happily married, "love has kept them together" and their music remains a lasting legacy of beautifully crafted pop gold.
Hope to see you in your spookiest costume or hippest '70s gear this weekend!