The Halekulani Corporation announced this week the inauguration of its "Lifetime Achievement Legend Award." The award will be presented annually to an individual who has made unrivaled contributions to the arts as masters in their field.

Halekulani Corporation, which is the Honolulu Symphony's principal sponsor, awarded its inaugural award to master pianist Andre Watts. Watts is a classical pianist who has been playing for more than 45 years after making his concert debut with the New York Philharmonic at age 16. Watts will perform with the Honolulu Symphony for its season opener — and all Brahms program — Saturday, Sept. 6.

Watts will be presented with the Lifetime Acievement Legend Award Friday, Sept. 5 at a reception.