Henry Kapono With Keola & Moana Beamer

Henry Kapono rose to immense popularity with the phenomenon of Cecilio & Kapono (aka C&K) as half of the duo with Cecilio Rodriguez. They helped forge the sound of ‘70s Island music with laid-back contemporary rock that voiced the feelings of an entire generation in Hawai‛i. Today, he is one of Hawai‘i’s most popular recording artists and presides over Kapono Inc, one of Hawai`i's top multi-function entertainment companies.  Kapono is equally known for his community support and philanthropic endeavors, launching the Henry Kapono Foundation in 2018, whose mission is to "Support the music and arts community and by giving with AlohaTo Support and Empower Hawai'i's Music Industry to Thrive Through Programs, Grants, Education & Resources.”  Native Hawaiian Kapono is a Grammy-nominated, multiple award-winning singer and songwriter and the winner of 21 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards (Hawai‛i’s “Grammy's"). He has been honored with the public vote of the 2021 Favorite Entertainer of the Year. 

“Keola Beamer…The Quintessential Hawaiian Slack-Key Guitar Master” —The New York Times. Keola Beamer’s contributions to slack key guitar during the 1970s began to spark public interest in kī-hō‘alu, launching a statewide revival of the tradition, and his 1978 release, Honolulu City Lights, is the largest selling recording in the history of Hawaiian music. Keola Beamerʻs well of talent springs from five generations of Hawaiʻi’s most illustrious and beloved musical families. Keola’s mother was a revered Hawaiian cultural treasure, Aunty Nona Beamer. His great-grandmother was one of Hawaiʻi’s most illustrious composers, Helen Desha Beamer. The Beamers trace their roots to royal families of the 14th century and have been cultural practitioners through generations. Today, this multi-award winning artist, is one of Hawai‛i’s premier singer-songwriters, arrangers, composers, and masters of the Hawaiian slack key guitar. “He’s an exceptional musician, a very good player, and a beautiful singer. He’ll bring the spirit of the island to the concert.” – Paul Simon

Born and raised in Hawaii, Nick La’a's journey began on stage at the tender age of 5, steeped in Hawaiian culture and musical traditions. A graduate of Punahou School and mentored by local legend Brother Noland, with a diverse musical palette from musical theater, jazz, rock, Hawaiian, R&B, and pop. Renowned for his exceptional vocal range, Nick also is a master of the ukulele, piano, ukulele, and bass. He's graced stages statewide, both as a solo artist and as the lead guitarist/vocalist for his band Five2. Collaborations with local icons like Brother Noland and Makana have further enriched his musical journey.