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"I don't believe an orchestra should exist in an ivory tower, but should find its relevance
in the life of its community. Please remember, this orchestra
belongs to the community."
- Steve Dinion, timpanist, percussionist
Kenneth Hafner
Trumpet
Kenneth Hafner began the study of trumpet at the young age of seven. His studies include undergraduate work at the State University of New York at Buffalo, graduate studies with William Adam and Louis Davidson at Indiana University and a Master's degree from Northwestern University with Vincent Cichowicz. Mr. Hafner has performed as a member of the trumpet section of the Honolulu Symphony for more than 20 years, including appearances under Seiji Ozawa, Andre Previn and Robert Shaw. He has been a member of the Honolulu Brass quintet for the past 15 years and has performed extensively throughout the state of Hawaii both with the quintet and as a soloist. Mr. Hafner's performance experience also includes work with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra under Michael Tilson Thomas, as principal trumpet of the Artpark Summer Orchestra outside of Niagara Falls, New York and with the Maui Symphony. Mr. Hafner lives on the slopes of Punchbowl on Oahu with his wife, violinist Katharine Hafner, and 2 sons. He maintains a full studio of students in addition to his busy performing schedule.
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