Herb Ohta, Jr.

International recording artist Herb Ohta, Jr., is considered to be one of today's most prolific `ukulele masters.  Influenced by Jazz, R&B, Latin and Brazilian music, he puts his stamp on Hawaiian music by pushing the limits of tone and technique on this beautiful instrument.  The son of `ukulele legend "Ohta-san," he started playing at the age of three, and teaching at the age of 9.  He now shares the music of Hawai'i, and the beauty of the 'ukulele with people around the world, performing and conducting instructional workshops.  This Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner (Hawaiian equivalent to the Grammy) and four-time Hawai'i Music Award winner effortlessly translates the beauty and culture of Hawai'i through his creative expression of music.  With nine solo albums, eight duet albums in circulation, and contributions on more than 40 recordings, he is well on his way to matching his father's legacy.