Frank Ferera
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Frank Ferera (1885-1951) was a Hawaiian musician who recorded successfully between 1915 and 1930. He was the first star of Hawaiian music and influenced many later artists.
He was born in Honolulu, Hawaii and in 1914, he immigrated in the USA. He married Helen Greenus and toured with her through the USA, appearing on vaudevilles. In 1915, they got a contract with Columbia Records and recorded many great tunes.
[edit] Singles
- My Old Kentucky Home
- Kilima Waltz
- Along The Way To Waikiki
- Maui Chime
- Southern Blues
- Dreamin'
[edit] External links
- Frank Ferera - Portuguese Hawaiian Profile by Melody Lassalle
- Works by Frank Ferera at Project Gutenberg (audio recording)