by Bob Doerschuk Jake Shimabukuro sits in the green room at the Franklin Theatre in historic Franklin, Tennessee. Vintage guitars adorn the walls. Bassist Nolan Verner, Shimabukuro’s partner in tonight’s duo performance, hovers near the buffet. The atmosphere is subdued, conversations muted. The ringtone on the uke player’s phone fits the vibe perfectly—a single ping that … Continue reading Jake Shimabukuro Keeps Hawaii Close to His Heart As He Conquers the World