Joseph Kekuku and the Voice of the Steel Guitar

Based on the real-life story an 11 year old boy who invented the Hawaiian steel guitar and influenced music across the globe.
About this Event

by Moses Goods in collaboration with Kealakai Center for Pacific Strings

Back for a limited time before heading out a national tour! The multi-media production features live music, oli, and is based on the real life story of Joseph Kekuku. In 1889, Joseph, a student at Kamehameha Schools, fabricated a steel bar in the school’s machine shop, slid it across the strings of his guitar and created a new sound that would impact music across the globe.

Recommended for Ages 7+

One show only!

Sat Oct 10 @ 4pm