Manny Fernandez helped lift spirits of PebbleCreek residents who heeded his group e-invitation and enjoyed his driveway serenade on Sunday, March 30. The requisite six feet of separation was not difficult to maintain. Many remained on the street in their golf carts, on bikes, or in their cars, while others sat on the driveway.
Growing up in Hawaii in a family of musicians, it was destined that Manny would find his niche in music. After serving in the U.S. Army for 25 years, he joined Hawaiian Airlines and then Hyatt Regency and traveled extensively promoting the businesses through his music. He has recorded three CDs of traditional Hawaiian music. He has received a Grammy nomination and received a People’s Choice Award for each album.
In addition to playing his uke, Manny enjoys collecting and restoring hula lamps. He still has his 12-foot longboard that provided him with years of enjoyment on Waikiki.
Thank-you, Manny, for the hour-and-a half diversion from the monotony of isolation.