Larry Paxton, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Department of Music chair and professor, was recognized by the National Society of Arts and Letters ( NSAL )–Hawaiʻi Chapter at its Roselani Gala, May 18, at the ʻAlohilani Resort Waikiki Beach. Paxton earned the Star of Excellence Award and was honored alongside Hawaiʻi legend and multiple award-winning singer-songwriter Melveen Leed. 'I am extremely touched to be honored by such an important artistic group based here in Hawaiʻi,' Paxton said. ' NSAL ‘s supportive work within a diverse group of artistic educational programs and performance ensembles is extraordinary.

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