Kaumakaiwa Kanaka'ole & Kulaiwi Barclay Theatre Reserved – 2025-03-29 8:00 PM Contemporary Music & Hula of Indigenous Hawai‘i

“Kanaka’ole... vaulted through various registers and timbres, from bass to witchy contralto rasp to sweet soprano… a traditionalist tour de force.” — The New York Times

Kaumakaiwa Kanaka‘ole and Kulāiwi represent the heartbeat of Hawai’i today. With soaring vocals, island harmonies and a delightful folk vibe, their original songs reflect their diverse musical styles and passionate commitment to their native Hawaiian roots.

Kaumakaiwa Kanaka‘ole, a charismatic dancer and singer, possesses an impressive vocal range spanning from tenor chant to Hawaiian falsetto singing. A five-time Na Hoku Hanohano (Hawaiian “Grammy”) Award-winner, she seamlessly blends Hawaiian cultural elements with modern sensibilities to create profoundly moving music.

Kaumakaiwa's longtime guitarist, Shawn Pimental, an award-winning musician in his own right, collaborated with two of Hawai‘i’s leading music performers—Lehua Kalima (of Na Leo Pilimehana) and Kawika Kahiapo—alongside hula dancer Pono Fernandez to form Kulāiwi ("land of my ancestors"). Together, they produce music deeply rooted in their native Hawaiian heritage. Their inaugural CD release, Native Lands, garnered them 4 Na Hoku Hanohano wins, including the prestigious Group of the Year award.

Join Kulāiwi in a performance at the Myron R. Szold Music and Dance Hall - Individually, these three artists have a number of Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards between them. Lehua Kalima is one-third of Hawai‘i's beloved Nā Leo Pilimehana. Shawn Pimental is a Grammy nominated producer, and he and Kawika Kahiapo have performed with countless island and national favorites. Kulāiwi - Native Lands just recently received the honors of the 2022 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Album of the Year Award, Hawaiian Album of the Year Award, Group of the Year Award, and Hawaiian Engineering Award of the Year. Together, the synergy they create is both heard and felt by their audiences.

Kulāiwi means “land of my ancestors.” With soaring vocals, island harmonies and a folk vibe, along with an easy-going charisma and witty banter, they are committed to telling the stories of Hawai'i - the land and the people - from their Indigenous points-of-view. Their prodigious talents as lyricists and composers create music imbued with Hawaiian values and ways of seeing and living in the world. Both their original songs and their selections of Hawaiian classics are inspired by diverse musical styles and reflect their passionate commitment to their islands.

Three of Hawai‘i’s leading award-winning performers and musicians -- Lehua Kalima (of Na Leo), Shawn Pimental, and Kawika Kahiapo have joined forces to create music that springs from their Native Hawaiian roots. Kulaiwi means “land of my ancestors”. With soaring vocals, breathtaking island harmonies, and a folk vibe, along with easy-going charisma and witty charm, their captivating performances reflect their passionate commitment to their islands. On display are their prodigious talents as lyricists and composers, creating music imbued with Hawaiian values and ways of being in the world, while drawing inspiration from diverse musical styles. Most recently, their release Native Lands garnered multiple awards at the Na Hoku Hanohano Awards (Hawai‘i’s Grammy), including Album of the Year and the coveted Group of the Year. Accompanied by award-winning hula dancer Pono Fernandez, they create an evening of deep emotional connections to their roots as they celebrate Hawai‘i today.

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Join Kulāiwi and special guests for an early May Day celebration- funds raised will go to aid in the Kūpuna program on Hawai`i Island.

Join us in historic Wahiawa town for a fun evening! $30 pre-sale reservations; $35 at the door. Doors open at 5 pm Show starts at 6 pm. Call 808-627-5451 to make reservations. Visit CENTRALOAHUEVENTCENTER.COM for more info!

Free concert under the stars at the beautiful Baldwin Home Museum along Lahainaʻs historic Front Street!

Join us on Alii Drive at the awesome Kōkua Kailua monthly event! Its gonna be a great time in old Kona town!

Join Kulāiwi for a night poolside at the beautiful Kanikapila Grille - Outrigger Reef Hotel Admission is free, but reservations are highly recommended!

Join Kulāiwi at a special Hawaiian music series performance at the Plumeria Beach Cafe and enjoy the ambiance and exquisite buffet menu at the Plumeria Beach House Restaurant. Reservations can be made on the Kahala Resort website or on Open Table website

Join Kulāiwi at the Historic Old Town Temecula Community Theater for a show that will feature their award-winning music and hula.

Join us as we celebrate the reason for the Season! 6-9 pm at the beautiful Kanikapila Grille, Outrigger Reef Hotel

Catch us at the beautiful Kanikapila Grille - reservations are recommended as space is limited!

Kulāiwi comes to Napa Valley! We're so excited to share music from our Nā Hōkū Hanohano award nominated album along with some of our other favorites of Hawai‘i, spreading the message of aloha ‘āina near and far.

Album Release Party!