Sunset Jazz concert series underway at Maui Ku‘ia Estate Chocolate Factory

Sunset Jazz artists include The Phil Smith (pictured) Trio, vocalist Sheryl Renee (above), Tanama Colibri & Friends, The Katie Thiroux Trio and a special holiday show. Different artists perform each week.
LAHAINA — Jazz Maui announces the debut of the weekly Sunset Jazz concert series featuring world-class live jazz music and chocolate/beverage pairings from the new “Chocolate Bar” at the Maui Ku’ia Estate Chocolate Factory in Lahaina.
Sunset Jazz features an all-star lineup of local and visiting professional jazz musicians in the upstairs, open-air pavilion from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sundays.
The November/December schedule includes The Phil Smith Trio, vocalist Sheryl Renee, Tanama Colibri & Friends, The Katie Thiroux Trio, and a special holiday show. Different artists perform each week, and the music is always top-notch.
To purchase tickets, visit https://www.mauichocolate.com/sunset-jazz/ or Jazz Maui.org.
“The ‘Chocolate Bar’ is a new feature at the Maui Ku’ia Estate Chocolate Factory,” said Bryant Neal, executive director of Jazz Maui.
“Concert goers can enjoy great jazz and sunset views, along with their purchases of award-winning chocolate and their choice of beverage from an extensive selection of wine, spirits and beer.”
Sunset Jazz concerts at the 78 Ulupono St. chocolate factory feature a carefully curated wine, spirits and beer list along with three flights of chocolate and beverage pairings for purchase. Some classic pairings — such as ports and reds — are offered along with others that are unexpected, such as sake and tequila. Or, attendees can create their own pairing with or without the assistance of experienced Chocolate Sommeliers. Nonalcoholic beverages are also available.
A state-of-the-art facility, Maui Ku’ia produces world-class chocolate from the company’s acres of cacao trees grown on the verdant slopes of the West Maui Mountains.
The chocolate includes 24 different types and flavors, including unique island flavors found only on Maui, most sourced from fruit picked locally.
Sunset Jazz concert attendees must be 21 or older and have a valid photo ID. Seating is limited, so advance ticket purchase is required at https://www.mauichocolate.com/sunset-jazz or Jazz Maui.org.
Maui Ku’ia Estate Chocolate, through its Chocolate Laulima program, supports local nonprofit organizations such as Arts Education for Children Group/Jazz Maui. Proceeds from concert ticket sales benefit Jazz Maui’s music education programs. Jazz Maui, a branch of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit Arts Education for Children Group (www.aecg.org), provides opportunities for participation in high quality jazz music education and performances.
Jazz Maui also presents concerts, classes and clinics throughout the year and edited stream performances on its website at www.JazzMaui.org.
For tickets, visit https://www.mauichocolate.com/sunset-jazz. For more information, text (808) 283-3576 or e-mail info @aecg.org.