Herb’s interest in music was very evident at an early age.  Herb’s grandmother taught him his
first song on the ‘ukulele at the age of three. The song was  “Happy Birthday.” His father, Ohta-San
started his early instruction on the ‘ukulele and Herb continued to study music playing the viola in high school. Herb was also a member of The Honolulu Boys Choir,  The Honolulu Children’s Opera 
Chorus, and The University High School Select Choir.

As a  teacher, composer, recording artist, entertainer, and producer, Herb Ohta, Jr. solidly establishes himself in the company of musicians who promote our Hawaiian instrument in the music landscape today. It is Herb’s goal to share the beauty of Hawai’i’s music, its culture, and the ‘ukulele to people all over the world. Herb has performed throughout the state of Hawai‘i and has traveled overseas to Japan and the mainland USA. Herb Ohta, Jr.
is certainly a vanguard in this new generation of ‘ukulele players.

San Diego artist ~
Wayne
Papac
Began playing guitar with his uncle at age 9, and has enjoyed  many years of playing guitar and singing.  He had a love and interest in Hawaiian music since he was first
introduced to it in 1974. Wayne
joined the Hui O Hawai’i San Diego in 1999 and became active in their ukulele
classes and music groups. He credits Auntie Maelani Wilcox for teaching him proper pronunciation and phrasing  of the traditional Hawaiian songs.
Wayne has played all over southern California for many years. His love for the Hawaiian culture and music is very close to his heart.