The Aloha Music Series Presents Uncle Benny Uyetake’s Kanikapila featuring Wilson Kanaka‘ole and Uncle “Des” Anton
Uncle Benny Uyetake’s Kanikapila in Wailea on March 26th featuring Wilson Kanaka‘ole and special guests; Uncle “Des” Anton, Roy Kato, and Brian Hai‘a.
This show is gonna be a Kanikapila jam like no other!
Kanikapila, gathering together to play music, has been a well-loved traditional Hawaiian pastime. It’s these types of impromptu jam sessions that create an exceptionally rare evening on the islands. Maui’s musical treasure, Uncle Benny Uyetake, re-imagines Kanikapila evenings in Wailea with storytelling, and world-class music. Through the Aloha Music Series, Uncle Benny will introduce you to the new sounds from the islands and transport you to old Hawaiʻi as he hosts upcoming artists and Hawaiʻi’s legends. You never know who is gonna show up and kanikapila!!
Benny has played with some of the world’s finest musicians on Maui and while touring. Over the years Benny has shared the stage with some of Hawaiʻi’s greatest trailblazers like Uncle Willie K and Barry Flanagan of HAPA, as well as the world’s most talented jazz players Les McCann, Russel Malone, and Donald Harrison. His versatility comes from his years of musical study in different genres with mentors in classical, jazz, Hawaiian, Blues, and rock.
Wilson Kanaka‘ole
Wilson Kanaka’ole, a guitarist and vocalist, grew up in Lahaina, attended the University of Hawai’i Maui College’s Institute of Hawaiian Music and has appeared on records by the Barefoot Natives and other island musicians. He comes from a family of talented musicians, including his father, Eric Kanaka’ole, and uncle, the late ‘ukulele legend Nelson Waikiki.
Doors/Check-in starts as early as 5:00pm
Show Starts at 6:30pm
Food and drinks are available for purchase throughout the evening
Please arrive early and enjoy the views, have a drink, and have some food!! If you arrive during showtime we will get you to your seat in between songs.
Benny Photo Credit: Bruce Forrester
