Five Maui public libraries will launch a new lending collection of ‘ukulele beginning September 30th. Library patrons may borrow ‘ukulele for a three-week period at no cost with a valid library card. ‘Ukulele instruments are donated and supported by the Music For Life Foundation and Jake Shimabukuro, co-director of the ‘ukulele sponsorship. The goal of the program is … [Read more...] about Maui Public Libraries Launch ‘Ukulele Lending Program
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Kika Kila: How Geri Valdriz helps keep the fire burning for steel guitars
Growing up on Oahu in the 1960s and ‘70s, Geri Valdriz and his friends listened to the blues. “In my generation, that’s the kind of music we listened to–we never played Hawaiian music,” he told me recently. Then he started reading interviews of his favorite blues artists, and was surprised to find them citing Hawaiian steel guitar musicians as their influences. “So … [Read more...] about Kika Kila: How Geri Valdriz helps keep the fire burning for steel guitars
Maui Ukulele Festival at Maui Arts and Cultural Center
The Maui Ukulele Festival will take place at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center on Sunday, Oct. 15. This year, Roy Sakuma will be the emcee, and the event line-up features Willie K, Paula Fuga, Richard Ho`opi`i, Kamakakehau Fernandez, Derick Sebastian, the Hula Honeys and many more. There’ll also be food and refreshments available for purchase, made in Hawaii arts and crafts and … [Read more...] about Maui Ukulele Festival at Maui Arts and Cultural Center
Maui Ukulele Festival at Maui Arts and Cultural Center
The 11th annual Maui ‘Ukulele Festival takes place at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center this Sunday, Oct. 2. This free event is an island favorite with a wonderful selection of musicians (like Paula Fuga, pictured here), Hawaiian cultural activities, delicious local food vendors and made-in-Hawaii crafts for sale. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early and bring blankets or … [Read more...] about Maui Ukulele Festival at Maui Arts and Cultural Center
Free Ukulele Lesson with Derick Sebastian at Hula Grill
Kick off the weekend on a high note with a free ukulele lesson from Maui’s Derick Sebastian at Hula Grill this Friday, Aug. 28. Having performed for big names including Boys II Men, Sara Evans, Oprah Winfrey and Steven Tyler, the Maui native continues to spread aloha one strum at a time. All experience levels welcome. Stick around after to catch the ukulele virtuoso live … [Read more...] about Free Ukulele Lesson with Derick Sebastian at Hula Grill