The 16th annual Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest will be at Ka`anapali Beach Hotel on Saturday, Sept. 16. As part of the Festivals of Aloha, this year’s falsetto contest is themed Aloha ka Ho`i a ka Holokahiki–"Beloved is the sailors return home as they join in the celebration of the return of Hokule`a and Hikianalia." The ticket price includes a buffet dinner, … [Read more...] about Annual Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest at Ka`anapali Beach Hotel
Festivals of Aloha
16th Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest wants applicants
The 2017 Festivals of Aloha committee is seeking contestants for the 16th Richard Ho‘opi‘i Leo Ki‘eki‘e Falsetto Contest. Applicants who at least 18 and have not released a recording for sale are eligible to apply; contestants will be judged on the following criteria: vocals/music, Hawaiian language and overall presentation. The deadline for applications is Sept. 1. A Maui … [Read more...] about 16th Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest wants applicants
The Festivals of Aloha conclude on Maui this weekend
The Festivals of Aloha conclude this weekend. On Friday, Sept. 18, everyone's welcome to enjoy keiki entertainment, cultural practitioners and more at the Queen Ka`ahumanu Center (7-9pm). Then on Saturday, Sept. 19, head over to Banyan Tree Park in Lahaina for a day-long celebration. The live entertainment continues while artisans share their crafts (9am-5pm). Free. Queen … [Read more...] about The Festivals of Aloha conclude on Maui this weekend
14th annual Richard Hoopii Leo Kiekie Falsetto Competition
Festivals of Aloha's Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Competition returns for its 14th consecutive year this Saturday, Sept. 5. The contest showcases Maui's finest amateur male falsetto performers. It's an opportunity to highlight Hawaiian language and music traditions, and the evening will also feature special guest performances. Festivals of Aloha ribbon accepted for … [Read more...] about 14th annual Richard Hoopii Leo Kiekie Falsetto Competition
This Saturday, Sept. 27: 13th Annual Richard Ho’opi’i Falsetto Contest
Celebrate one of Maui’s beloved uncles during the 13th annual Richard Ho'opi'i Falsetto Contest this Saturday at the Andaz Resort in Wailea. A Festivals of Aloha event, the competition highlights Hawaiian language and music traditions through Maui, Big Island and Ni'ihau’s finest male falsetto performers. The winner will get a record deal, cash prizes and a few other prizes. … [Read more...] about This Saturday, Sept. 27: 13th Annual Richard Ho’opi’i Falsetto Contest