SATURDAY WORKSHOPS

Melanie Lawson Kareem New to music? Perfect—you’re in the right place. This welcoming class is for complete beginners—from teens through seniors—to learn how to make music, have fun, and start playing right away—no experience needed!

Strum along with Bernadette & friends in this fun, feel-good play-along session, all levels welcome! Follow her lead, learn a few new tricks, and enjoy making music together—no pressure, just great vibes. 🎶

Joe Souza, Kanile'a Ukulele - All Levels Make your uke truly your own! This session explores both the fun and functional sides of customization — from strings, tuners, and strap buttons to how wood choice, bracing, and setup shape your sound. Learn what you can DIY, what’s best left to a pro, and how to get the look and tone you’re after.

Zoë Bestel - Confident Beginner Whether you’re a complete newbie to songwriting, or you’re in need of a supportive space to break out of your writers block, unlock your creative juices in this workshop with  hands-on practical advice and songwriting tips.

Zoë Bestel - Confident Beginner Whether you’re a complete newbie to songwriting, or you’re in need of a supportive space to break out of your writers block, unlock your creative juices in this workshop with  hands-on practical advice and songwriting tips.

Krystal Mokuahi - Intermediate Discover the essential bass lines, rhythms, and techniques that complement traditional and contemporary Hawaiian songs. Perfect for players who want to support the melody and add that smooth island pulse to any jam.

Ian O'Sullivan - Intermediate This presentation will explore how the ukulele can be used as a motivating instrument of health and healing with children, teens, adults, and seniors. Uses of the ukulele in creative self care and therapeutic community music will also be examined.

Ian O'Sullivan - Intermediate This presentation will explore how the ukulele can be used as a motivating instrument of health and healing with children, teens, adults, and seniors. Uses of the ukulele in creative self care and therapeutic community music will also be examined.

Go beyond the music with a lively Q&A session featuring our festival artists! Hear the stories behind the songs, ask your questions, and connect with the musicians in a fun, relaxed setting. 

Open mic is your moment to shine! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or trying it for the first time, it’s all about sharing the music and good vibes. Join the email list for first dibs on signups! 

Kristen Souza - All Levels Step into the rhythm and spirit of aloha—no experience needed! Learn basic steps, graceful hand motions, and how to tell a story through movement while enjoying the music and culture of Hawaiʻi. 

Come hungry and explore a delicious variety of food available all day, with flavors to satisfy every craving, including Hawaiian food by Alika's Grindz, Unreal Poke, snacks & more 😋😋😋

Craig Chee - Confident Beginner This class breaks down how to put to use many of the techniques you’ve been working on over the years and showcases ways of implementing them into your playing, including hammer ons, pulls offs, muting, scratching and more.

Ukulele Bartt - Intermediate Rock riffs through the years, from Elvis to Led Zeppelin! (75-minute class)

Cory Mau - Confident Beginner Back by popular demand! presentation will explore how the ukulele can be used as a motivating instrument of health and healing with children, teens, adults, and seniors. Uses of the ukulele in creative self care and therapeutic community music will also be examined.

Robert Krout, Music Therapist - This presentation will explore how the ukulele can be used as a motivating instrument of health and healing with children, teens, adults, and seniors. Uses of the ukulele in creative self care and therapeutic community music will also be examined.

Robert Krout, Music Therapist - This presentation will explore how the ukulele can be used as a motivating instrument of health and healing with children, teens, adults, and seniors. Uses of the ukulele in creative self care and therapeutic community music will also be examined.

Sho Humphries - Intermediate You don't need advanced technique to make a song sound spectacular. Learn the small adjustments in playing and mindset to further expand your ability and make songs truly your own.

Abe Lagrimas - Advanced Take your playing deeper into the language of jazz in this advanced workshop focused on sophisticated harmony and fluid improvisation. 

Abe Lagrimas - Advanced Take your playing deeper into the language of jazz in this advanced workshop focused on sophisticated harmony and fluid improvisation. 

Go beyond the music with a lively Q&A session featuring our festival artists! Hear the stories behind the songs, ask your questions, and connect with the musicians in a fun, relaxed setting.