Saturday, September 7, 5:30 - 7pm

Join us for a special evening of jazz music featuring The Krew at The Shops at Wailea.

“The Krew” Band Bio:
George Tavoularis/ Keyboards:
George Tavoularis is one of Maui’s most in demand keyboardists for shows and recording sessions. After living on the mainland for some years George has returned home and joined the J Krew. Originally from the Bay Area, he has performed with and recorded with many of Hawaii’s top musicians and artists.

John Zangrando / Sax:
John Zangrando or “Johnny Z.” came to Maui in 1980 from New York and has been one of the busiest sax players on the island since. He has played or recorded with; George Benson, John Mayall, Michael McDonald, Bill Champlin, Dionne Warwick and Gladys Knight. Also with Dr. Lonnie Smith, Danny Gottlieb and Mark Egan of Elements and was musical director for singer Jon Hendricks for his Hawaii tour. He plays tenor, alto, soprano, baritone and bass saxophones, as well as flute, piccolo, bass clarinet and electronic wind instrument (EWI).

Josh Hearl / Guitar:
Josh Hearl is the youngest member of the J Krew but plays well beyond his years. His touch, feel and understanding of music makes him one of the most talented and sought after guitarists in Maui. Josh was born on the east coast and raised in Maui. He started playing guitar the when he was 12. He works with local musicians including Amy Hanaiali’i, Shea Derrick & Full Flavor, Natalie Nicole, The Chop Suey orchestra and many other talented artists.

James Somera / Drums:
James Somera started his career early gigging at a young age. After high school he continued his music education in Los Angeles at the Dick Groves School of Music followed by the Los Angeles Music Academy. He has played lived and played professionally in Los Angeles and New York. After returning home he continues to play with many of Maui’s top acts.

Jay Molina / Bass & Vocals:
Jay Molina started playing the electric bass and singing when he was 12. After graduating from high school he moved to Oahu and started working the club scene in Waikiki. He also formed a jazz fusion band called Music Magic that recorded 2 albums. He has played or recorded, with well known local artists, The Aliis, Loyal Garner, Kalapana, Henry Kapono, Amy Hanaiali’i, and Kapono Beamer. He also co-formed the Maui based jazz-funk band SLAM! with some of Maui’s most talented players. He currently plays with Island Soul, Full Flavor, Adrian Trevino Blues
band and with his son Andrew Molina.

“The Krew” is a collection of some of Maui’s finest musicians playing “Deep grooves and sophisticated tunes” covering a mix of genres including, jazz, funk, pop and blues.