When Hal Kinnaman first heard slack-key guitar music being played on a California beach 50 years ago, he fell in love with it, and learned to play it so well that he became a slack-key master, and ...

Kahumoku Jr. is a master of Hawaiian music, known for his work on slack key guitar and ukulele. Known as “Uncle George,” he’s ...

The 26th Annual Ki Ho’alu Guitar Festival on Sunday at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s A&B Amphitheater in Kahului offers a welcome opportunity for music lovers to enjoy a free afternoon of some of ...

Makana, the slack-key guitarist, singer and songwriter, is returning to the City for two performances this Thursday, showcasing a range of genres including Hawaiian slack-key, bluegrass, celtic, ...

(KHNL) - His name Makana, in Hawaiian means "gift," and he is Hawaii's youngest slack-key guitar master. Recognized by Esquire magazine in March 2003, Makana is considered to be one of the greatest ...

The slack-key guitar, and the tuneful, often soothing music it is associated with, originated in Hawaii in the 19th century after Portuguese settlers introduced the guitar to native islanders, who put ...

Kawika Kahiapo shares his love for Hawaiian music as he enjoys success as a solo performer and as a member of the award-winning groups Kaukahi and Kuāiwi. Courtesy photo Multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano ...

Raised at his grandfather’s ranch in Waimea, legendary Hawaiian musician Keola Beamer and his wife kuma hula Moanalani returned home to kick off the Kahilu’s 2022-23 season in grand style. Throughout ...

Sep. 5—The town was a focal point for the local music scene, with weekly slack key guitar concerts at the Napili Kai Beach Resort in Kapalua and other performance opportunities at Kaanapali resorts.

The Paramount Theatre was built in 1929 as a place people could go to escape to a far off land. It was a place to be entertained and forget about your worries for awhile. Come escape with us to the ...

Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscriber? Log in now to continue reading. Slack key guitarist Lance Takamiya responds to the first ...