Hawaiian Music… When you hear those two words, you immediately hear the double strum of the ‘ukulele and the languid steel guitar, bending musical notes to perfection. It sounds like the swaying trunk of a coconut palm. And then, enter the impossibly sweet falsetto voices singing in 4-part harmony. You are transported! Those three together,… Read more »
Robert & Roland Cazimero enchanted & thrilled us with music from their hearts & souls. The Brothers Cazimero, Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame musicians, helped define the Hawaiian Renaissance of the 1970s. This defining moment helped shape the music of Hawai’i for generations to come. Sadly, we lost Roland Cazimero in 2017 too soon, at… Read more »
Many of our visitors choose to visit more than one island on their first trip to Hawai’i. This makes sense. Once you have spent time somewhere, met the local people, and seen a few sights, you better understand your options for future trips. For example, you may decide to spend more time on your favorite… Read more »
In today’s blog, we continue with our Hawaiian Musician series. These are the people and legends who have expressed the Hawaiian spirit and soul through music. Our blog features the legendary musician, singer, guitar virtuoso, and songwriter Gabby Pahinui. It is an honor to introduce Gabby to those who have never heard his music and… Read more »
Hawaiian music is every bit as indigenous and aboriginal to the island chain as the crashing surf and thunderous volcanoes. Each part of our globe has its own unique landscape. This tends to shape its culture; be it music, art, food, dance, or any creative expression. So what would people get if they evolved for… Read more »
