Beyond the Music: Hōkūleʻa 50

Name: Beyond the Music: Hōkūleʻa 50
Start: 2026-04-18T11:00:00-10:00
Location: Neal S Blaisdell Concert Hall

Schedule

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am

UTC-10:00

Location

Neal S Blaisdell Concert Hall | Honolulu, HI

Beyond the Music proudly returns to honor the 50th anniversary of HŌKŪLEʻA’s historic maiden voyage to Tahiti. Experience the captivating story of Hōkūleʻa and the art of Polynesian wayfinding in this 1-hour family friendly concert.
From her monumental first voyage to the inspiring current voyages of Moananuiākea, sail with her as it is all brought to life through powerful symphonic music.
Join esteemed guest conductor Francesco Lecce-Chong, HSO Composer in Residence Michael-Thomas Foumai, and the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra as they present excerpts from "Raise Hawaiki."
Presented with narration, storytelling, and projected visuals, this concert offers a wonderful opportunity for the whole family to explore the connections between music and Polynesian navigation.