Ledward Kaapana

An Intimate Evening with a Hawaiian Music Legend

Saturday Night • One Special Show at Kapono's at The Lounge

A rare opportunity to experience one of Hawaiʻi's most treasured musical icons, up close and personal.

Few artists have shaped the sound and soul of Hawaiian music quite like Ledward "Led" Kaapana. A legendary slack key guitar master, extraordinary ʻukulele player, and gifted vocalist, Ledward has captivated audiences around the world for more than five decades with his remarkable musicianship, unmistakable style, and infectious aloha.

As a founding member of the iconic Hui ʻOhana, Ledward helped define the sound of the Hawaiian Renaissance in the 1970s, creating music that became part of the soundtrack of generations. His extraordinary career has earned him four Grammy nominations, multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards, and the prestigious National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellowship, recognizing his lifelong contribution to preserving and perpetuating traditional Hawaiian music.

Born into a musical family in Kalapana on Hawaiʻi Island, Ledward's artistry is rooted in generations of Hawaiian musical tradition. His dazzling fingerwork, beautiful falsetto, playful humor, and effortless connection with audiences have made him one of Hawaiʻi's most beloved performers.

Now, experience this living legend in the intimate setting of Kapono's at The Lounge. One stage, one special performance, and a rare chance to witness the artistry, stories, and timeless music of a man who helped shape Hawaiʻi's musical legacy.

An unforgettable evening of Hawaiian music history, performed by one of the masters who made it.

Genre: Traditional Hawaiian / Slack Key Guitar / ʻUkulele / Hawaiian Classics