
Henry Kapono Presents: HKF On The Rise Live at Blue Note Hawaiʻi
Thu, 24 Sep, 7:00 PM HST
Doors open
5:00 PM HST
Blue Note Hawaii
2335 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Description
Henry Kapono's On The Rise Artist Showcase
Henry Kapono joins standout artists from the Henry Kapono Foundation’s On The Rise program for an intimate evening of original music, personal stories, and special collaborations. This one-night-only HKF Month benefit supports the Foundation’s work empowering Hawaiʻi’s music creators and advancing the next generation of Hawaiʻi’s music.
Net proceeds support HKF’s On The Rise artists in building sustainable music careers here at home.
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Henry Kapono’s On The Rise Artists Showcase presents the next generation of Hawaiʻi musicians through a program designed to help emerging artists build sustainable careers as professional entertainers. Through mentorship, career guidance, paid performance opportunities, master classes, and hands-on industry experience, On The Rise artists develop their skills in songwriting, marketing, self-promotion, stage presence, and performance while gaining valuable insight into both the art and business of music
Tickets $25-$35
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CLUB POLICIES
Show 7pm
Doors 5pm
Seating is First Come, First Served Per Section
$20 Minimum Per Person
Full Bar & Dinner Menu Available
NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES.
Tickets will be delivered 48 hours prior to the showtime.
Please ensure you purchase tickets for the correct date and time.
When all available Bar Seats are occupied, the remaining Bar Area is standing room only. Table Seating is All Ages, Bar Area is 21+.
IMPORTANT NOTE: We are NOT affiliated with ANY third-party ticket sellers! Tickets purchased directly through our official website or TicketWeb are the ONLY authorized sources.
GROUP RESERVATIONS: Groups of 6 or more that want to sit together must purchase a group package at events@bluenotehawaii.com.
PARKING: Validated parking available at OUTRIGGER Paradise. Entrance located on Kuhio Ave. $6 for up to 4 hours of parking.
Event Information
Age Limit
All Ages
eTicket Delivery
Your tickets will be e-mailed closer to the event date.

World
Henry Kapono
Henry Kapono
World
Native Hawaiian Henry Kapono is a Grammy-nominated and multi-award-winning singer-songwriter known for his soulful voice and captivating performances. Rising to fame in the '70s as one half of the iconic duo Cecilio & Kapono (C&K), Kapono continues to inspire sold-out audiences worldwide. Heading Kapono Inc., a premier entertainment company, he remains a leading figure in Hawai'i's music scene, releasing new music and playing to loyal fans across the globe. With a career spanning decades, he has expanded his roles to include film producer, music director, and community leader. In 2018, he established The Henry Kapono Foundation to support Hawaiʻi's music industry through programs, grants, education, and resources.

Hawaiian
Jenna Keala
Jenna Keala
Hawaiian
Hilo-born, Oʻahu-based singer-songwriter Jenna Keala pairs soulful vocals and expressive guitar work with a genre-spanning blend of R&B, acoustic soul, pop, reggae, and local influences. Performing professionally for more than a decade, Jenna is also a dedicated music educator and released her debut original single, “Heartbreak Friend.”

Hawaiian
Lo Wolf
Lo Wolf
Hawaiian
Maui-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Lo Wolf brings a soulful, rock-driven sound powered by an extraordinary vocal range and fearless stage presence. Blending rock, soul, blues, and country, she delivers music with grit, vulnerability, and raw expression, whether performing her original songs or putting her own stamp on familiar favorites.

Hawaiian
Matty McIntire
Matty McIntire
Hawaiian
Nā Hōkū Hanohano-nominated singer-songwriter Matty McIntire creates soulful, acoustic-driven music infused with folk, funk, blues, and reggae. With heartfelt storytelling, rich vocals, and an easy rhythmic energy, Matty’s performances invite audiences into music shaped by connection, resilience, authenticity, and joy.

Hawaiian
Scott Buchholz
Scott Buchholz
Hawaiian
Hawaiʻi Island singer-songwriter Scott Buchholz blends folk, Americana, and country with a distinctive, deeply resonant voice that immediately draws listeners in. A Hawaiʻi Songwriting Festival finalist, Scott combines thoughtful storytelling with memorable melodies, creating original music filled with warmth, sincerity, and an appreciation for life’s meaningful moments.

Hawaiian
Tanama Colibri
Tanama Colibri
Hawaiian
Maui-based singer-songwriter, poet, and author Tanama Colibri brings a vibrant multicultural voice to music spanning soul, jazz, world music, and spoken word. Of Dominican and Puerto Rican heritage, the multilingual artist studied Afro-Cuban percussion in Paris and transforms her global experiences into deeply expressive, socially conscious performances.

Hawaiian
Tiara Gomes
Tiara Gomes
Hawaiian
Waimānalo singer-songwriter Tiara Gomes blends bossa nova, island soul, R&B, and pop into an elegant sound rooted in vulnerability and storytelling. Mentored by Kimié Miner through Haku Mele, her growing career includes the Maoli collaboration “Hurricane,” a feature on the Nā Hōkū Hanohano-nominated album Children of the Sea, and performances throughout Hawaiʻi and beyond.
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