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Slack key artist Makana to perform at Maui Arts & Cultural Center
Slack key guitarist Makana will perform in concert at 7:30 p.m. March 7 at the McCoy Studio Theater. The performance will feature a mix of traditional and original songs, incorporating mele and moʻolelo. Makana, a student of slack key masters Raymond Kāne, Sonny Chillingworth and Bobby Moderow Jr., is known for blending folk traditions with […]
Top 20 things to do on Maui, Feb. 8-18: Broadway Pops, Jimmy Buffett tribute, Mardi Gras fun, Valentines Day and Bowl viewing
This week on Maui, there’s major tribute concerts to Jimmy Buffet with Jake Shimabukuro and songwriter Mac McAnnaly, and a Willie K Tribute by Makana. There’s also events celebrating Mardi Gras, Valentines Day, Chinese New Year and a football viewing for the weekend.
Top 20 things to do on Maui, Nov. 9-15: Veterans Day Kayak Clash, 21st Falsetto Contest, Makana debuts ‘Lahainalalo,’ The Voice’s Jason Arcilla
For entertainment this week on Maui, there’s the Maui Veterans Day Invitational Kayak Clash, the 21st Annual Falsetto Contest, a free performance by The Voice contestant Jason Arcilla, debuts of Makana’s song “Lahainalalo,” and a recital by classical pianist Mahana Teave as part of a Wildfire Benefit Concert Series.
Top 20 things to do on Maui, Nov. 2-11: Grammy winner Kahumoku, Aloha Festivals, Jazz Maui, jam band Kanekoa, Made in Maui County Festival
For entertainment this week on Maui, multiple Grammy winner George Kahumoku and Jazz Maui are back in West Maui, the 10th annual Made-in-Maui Festival features more than 125 vendors and the University of Maui College hosts an Arts & Resilience event and Touch a Truck for kids. Find our comprehensive listing HERE.
Top 20 things to do on Maui, Oct. 26-Nov. 5: Hawaiʻi International Film Festival, The Voice’s Jason Arcilla, Halloween costume contests, Aloha Festivals
For entertainment this week on Maui, there are the Aloha Festivals in Hāna and Wailea; fundraising concerts for Maui wildfire victims, Halloween costume contests around the island, and a performance in Kula by The Voice’s contestant Jason Arcilla. Find our comprehensive listing HERE.
Tickets go on sale next week for ‘MAKANA: Songs of Maui Nui’ show at Maui Arts & Cultural Center
Makana and special guest Miss Aloha Hula 1980 Kaʻula Kamahele will weave a musical and visual tapestry honoring Maui Nui and those haku mele (composers) famous for their legacy works.
Top 20 things to do on Maui, Sept 21-30: Kapono, Kanekoa benefit concerts; October Fest, ‘Rally Around Peace’
Several benefit concerts for Maui wildfire victims are taking place this weekend, including Henry Kapono’s “We Are Friends,” a Maui Jazz and Blues Festival, Jazz Aid and “Rally Around Peace” at the Imua Discovery Gardens. Find our comprehensive listing HERE.
Fundraisers for Maui wildfire victims continue on Maui and beyond
Top music artists continue to donate their talents for fundraising events for Maui wildfire victims, including Henry Kapono, who is hosting a Maui wildfire benefit concert at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
Benefit concerts for Maui wildfire survivors on Maui, Oʻahu and mainland in September
Several fundraising events for Maui wildfire victims and survivors will take place in September on Maui, Oʻahu and the mainland.
Top 20 things to do on Maui Aug. 24-30: 3 concert fundraisers for fire victims, free Makana performance; Kahaiali’i and Kai at ProArts
Scores of artists rally to create three fundraising jazz, blues and Hawaiian concerts for Maui wildfire victims. Also this week on Maui, critically acclaimed guitarist-singer Makana performs a free concert, and David Grace Jr. sings his classic soul and country songs — one of them with more than 690,000 views. Find our comprehensive listing HERE.
MACC presents: 32nd Annual Kī Hōʻalu Festival free concert, livestream
The 32nd Annual Kī Hōʻalu Festival returns to Maui Arts and Cultural Center on June 25, featuring live performances by renowned slack key guitar players.
Wailea audience treated to internationally acclaimed slack key artist, Makana
Internationally acclaimed singer, composer and master of Hawaiian slack key guitar Makana performed at The Shops at Wailea for a special “Ke Kani Hone O Wailea” concert on Friday, Sept. 30, 2022.
The Shops at Wailea “Ke Kani Hone O Wailea” presents Makana, Sept. 30
The Shops at Wailea welcomes Makana who will headline the “Ke Kani Hone O Wailea” concert on Friday, Sept. 30. From 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Maui Entertainment, Arts, Community, June 9-15
For a list of upcoming events, concerts, shows and entertainment from June 9-15, find our comprehensive listing here.
MACC’s Drive-in Concerts Feature Henry Kapono, Makana & Ho‘okena, June 4-6
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center’ Live @ the MACC series presents three free outdoor, drive-in concerts Friday, June 4 through Sunday, June 6 in the A&B Amphitheater. Each concert will also be livestreamed.
Makana to Host Virtual Concert
In celebration of Motherʻs Day, internationally acclaimed artist Makana will be hosting a livestream concert on his Facebook page.
Slack Key Guitarist Makana Returns to The Shops
Concert slated for March 18, proceeds to benefit Maui Humane Society.
Makana Returns to The Shops at Wailea, June 19
The Shops at Wailea welcomes back slack key guitarist Makana to Concerts at The Shops, with a performance on Wednesday, June 19 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Makana Returns to The Shops at Wailea on July 18
Internationally acclaimed musician, Makana, returns to The Shops at Wailea for Concert at The Shops on July 18 at 5:30 p.m. in the Fountain Courtyard.
All-Star Lineup to Perform at 27th Annual Kī Hō`alu Festival
The 27th Annual Kī Hō`alu Guitar Festival features an all-star lineup including some of Hawai‘i’s best slack key guitar players who will perform a full afternoon of melodious Hawaiian music.
