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Get in touch with Kala'e to see when you can catch his next live performance.

National Anthem

University of Hawaii Men's Volleyball Game

Kala'e played volleyball at the University of Hawaii (09-10, 10-11), which led to the opportunity of performing the national anthem at UH Athletic events over a dozen times, and at times for sell out crowds of over 8,000 people. Here is a clip of him accompanying 'ukulele virtuoso, Usaburo Mendenall, for the Star Spangled Banner before the Alumni Night game for the Men's Volleyball team.

Band Champ 2009

Why Bother

In 2009, Kala'e and his cousin, Dane Lum Ho, competed in the state wide band competition "Band Champ Hawaii," which was a Tom Moffat Production. They took first place and earned themselves the opportunity to open up for two major acts: "America" and "The Stylistics." Their winning performance included an original tune entitled "Hey Darci," "Live High" by Jason Mraz, and "Europa" by Carlos Santana.

Hawaiian Music Series

Koke'e

Kala'e was the featured artist for the Hawaiian Music Concert Series during the month July, 2017. He, accompanied by Christian Taum, performed an intimate concert for the people of Lahaina on the footsteps of the Baldwin Home Museum.

The Three Branches

Teacher by day, Musician by night #workingman

Kala'e is the music director at Kapalama Elementary. He is a 3rd generation music teacher/musician and is living out his childhood dream of following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather. This award winning film was directed by Kala'e's wife, Layla Hanohano-Tripp, covering the musical legacy tied to the Camarillo 'Ohana.

Camarillo Brothers

Fix You

Aside from performing as a solo act, Kala'e can be found performing weekly with his older brother, Kamaka, as the Camarillo Brothers. Catch them every Monday at the Chart House Waikiki (630-930pm) and every second Tuesday at the Honolulu Club Lounge (630-830pm).

Hawaii News Now

Behind The Blinds

Kala'e appeared on Hawaii's morning news broadcast to promote his debut album "Working Man." Here is a clip of his interview/performance.

Living 23

Hawaii News Now Album Promo

Kala'e composed this song for the film "Aloha Vegas," which premiered at the 2015 Hawaii Film Festival. The film was based on man who was told he only had a matter of weeks to live. Instead of dwelling on his situation, the man decided to make the most of his time left on Earth by taking a trip with his wife to the 9th island, Las Vegas. Performing with Kala'e is his wife, Layla Hanohano-Tripp.

Pi'i Mai Ka Nalu

Kala'e can be found performing as a soloist, duo, trio, and quartet. His usual 4 piece band consists of himself (ukulele/acoustic guitar), another guitarist, bass player, and percussionist. Here is a video of his quartet performing at SALT Kaka'ako.

Solo Performances

Live Looping Demonstration

Kala'e uses a "Loop Pedal," which allows him to emulate the sound of a full band by recording different layers of a song (e.g. rhythm guitar, lead guitar, percussion, bass, etc.). With the use of his pedal board, he is capable of creating a much larger sound, making his music suitable for any event, big or small.