The Asia America Symphony and Guild cordially invite you to attend its

Annual Bravo Awards Gala

Sunday, June 11, 2017

THE MAGICOF MUSIC

L.A. Hotel Downtown 333 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071

5:00 Reception 6:00 Dinner and Program

Music by David Benoit and theAsia America Youth Symphony (on one line)

Masters of CeremoniesDavid Ono, KABC 7 News AnchorTamlyn Tomita, Actor

Live and Silent Auctions

RSVP by May 22, 2017

Black Tie Optional

The Bravo Awards Gala bene�its AASAconcerts and youth programs. It also recognizes deserving individuals and organizations who have contributed toAASA and the community.

DAVID BENOIT, Music Director

We are proud to honor the following recipients.

King's Hawaiian, Inc.: Founded by the late Robert Taira in the 1950's, King's Hawaiian is known nationally for its delicious sweet rolls and cakes. King's Hawaiian is a generous supporter of deserving charities.

Leonard Kim: Leonard is the owner of Cherrystones Restaurant in Gardena

and a major community supporter. He is a member of The Magic Castle and offers his talents to charity and community events. Darryl Tanikawa: A professional musician and educator, Darryl is the Executive Director of the Asia America Symphony Association. He assists Music Director, David Benoit with AASA concerts and the Asia America Youth Symphony programs.

Asia America Symphony AssociationDavid Benoit, Music Director & Conductor

2017 Officers

President Robert Pacifici, Ph.D. Vice-Presidents Chris Naito, Ralph Zepeda Secretary Craig Sunada Immediate Past President Randall Tamura Directors Mort Bauchman, Tom Compton, Carolyn Aoki-Hyatt, Alison Jamele, Lissa Malone, Donald Okada, M.D., Marlene Okada, Susan Toy Stern Honorary Directors Michael Komai, Naoki Mori, Marlene Okada, Yoshihiro Takatori, Jason Yamada, D.D.S., M.S. Advisory Council Carolyn Elliott, Maria Hodgson, Lily Miyata, Katsuyoshi Ken Ogawa, Donald Okada, M.D., Ruth Watanabe

Asia America Symphony Guild2017 Officers

Co-Presidents Lissa Malone, Susan Toy Stern 1st Vice-Presidents, Programs Karen Bronson, Margaret Shimada 2nd Vice-Pres, Ways & Means Chris Naito, Marlene Okada, Carolyn Elliott 3rd Vice-President, Membership Donna Lee Treasurer Valena Noguchi Publicity Joanne Chang, Kay Inose AAYS Liaison Lisa Nakkim, Angela Tang Historian Jenny Huo, Cathy Nishimoto Youth Scholarships Elizabeth Morinaka, Sandra Anderson & Lily Miyata, Advisor Members at Large Christine Uriu, Mari Tamura, Susan Whiteside Advisory Council Sakaye Aratani, Lily Miyata, Ruth Watanabe

Mission Statement

The Asia America Symphony Association is dedicated to developing and mentoring young musicians by providing educational and performing

opportunities in a professional environment featuring classical and jazz concerts and integrating Eastern and Western influences.