Kauwila's picture Book Kauwila/Rates
| Home | CDs | MP3s | About Kauwila | Calendar | Book Kauwila | Weddings | Gallery | Portfolio/Media | Meditations | Contact |

"Kauwila captures the spirit of Hawai'i in his recordings. Smooth and relaxing, Kauwila's music rests your mind and heart and takes you on a gentle journey through the tropical vibrations of the islands.

"Kauwila possesses a powerful voice, a command of Hawaiian vocals, and his soothing slack-key style flows perfectly with the lyrics of Hawaiian music."


Kauwila at Keauhou Yacht Club 'Kauwila at Reefteachers 'Kauwila at Keauhou Farmers Market Kauwila at Kona Coffee Festival

Bring the Joy of Kauwila to Your Event!

"Kauwila brings a presence of tranquility and joy and light to any event. With his soothing Hawaiian vocals and relaxing slack key guitar as a backdrop, guests will enjoy every moment of your party, dinner, or gathering."

Events: Kauwila is an excellent choice for your private party, house blessing, wedding, or other gathering. Friendly and outgoing, Kauwila brings a presence of tranquility and joy and light to any get together. He has played for events ranging from small intimate dinner parties, to large gatherings of several hundred people. Flexible and with a positive attitude, he works with you to fit in with what your group needs.

Hotels and Dining Establishments: Kauwila can be the perfect background musical companion for your hotel, restaurant, resort, or coffee shop. With Kauwila's gentle music as a backdrop, customers and guests can enjoy their meals, coffee, and conversation in the presence of his soothing Hawaiian vocals and relaxing slack key guitar.

Rates (rates for performances, weddings, parties, and all other events, are the same):

  • $150/hr, first hour; $75/hour, each additional hour (1 hr, $150; 2 hr, $225; 3 hr, $300; 4 hr, $375)
    Please call 505-629-0265 or email Let Your Joy Shine Productions.

  • Transportation costs are included for events within 10 miles of Kauwila's residence (Captain Cook). For more distant locations, the charge is $0.35 per mile (based on one-way distance to the event location; for example, if the event were 30 miles away, the transportation charge would be 30 x 0.35 = $10.50).

  • For events on neighbor islands, mainland U.S., Alaska, and international, all transportation and lodging costs are the responsibility of the client.

  • Alternative payment arrangements (exchanges, etc.) are available in some cases. Please call 505-629-0265 or email Let Your Joy Shine Productions, for details.

  • For the benefit of all, all parties involved are required to sign a contract and pay a 50% deposit, at least 2 weeks prior to the event. This is so everyone knows what to expect, and all are clear about the responsibilities of each party for the performance. To view a sample contract, click here (opens new window).

Contact Kauwila: 505-629-0265 or Email Let Your Joy Shine Productions.

Listen to Kauwila. Click any of the links below to hear samples of Kauwila's music (opens new window and/or player). Or click the "Listen to Kauwila" link at the top of the left navigation bar to hear ten minutes of Kauwila.

References are available upon request. Call 505-629-0265, or email Let Your Joy Shine Productions.

Song List: For a recent song list, click here. Special song requests for events may be made by calling 505-629-0265, or sending an email to Let Your Joy Shine Productions.

"Kauwila shares the music of Hawai'i with all who listen. He talks about the history and techniques of slack key guitar, and brings the spirit of aloha to everyone he meets.

"He possesses an astounding, powerful voice and a command of Hawaiian vocals. His soothing slack-key style flows perfectly with the melodies of Hawaiian music. Kauwila is ideal for weddings, parties, dinners, and other events."

Selected Clients and Events


(Note: all music on this page is copyright ©Let Your Joy Shine Productions, and is for personal use only (however, there is no copyright on the level of your enjoyment of it!). It may only be used commercially with the express written consent of the author, Kauwila, and with appropriate reference to this website, or other mutually agreed-upon arrangement)

| Home | CDs | MP3s | About Kauwila | Calendar | Book Kauwila | Weddings | Gallery | Portfolio/Media | Meditations | Contact |

©2010 Let Your Joy Shine Productions
All rights reserved. Web design by Kauwila using Notepad, www.w3.org, OpenOffice, and Creativity


Valid HTML 4.01 Transitional