Hosted by HKF Board Member, musician and third generation Manoa resident, Alx Kawakami. Guest appearance by legendary entertainer and HKF Founder, Henry Kapono! Join us for this premiere event on January 17th with On the Rise Artists Ryan Perez and Drew Henmi.

About On the Rise 

On the Rise is an HKF Mele Program that kicked off in February 2023, helping musicians RISE through mentorships, spotlight & meaningful work opportunities. These next generation of artists have the opportunity to perform on stage for sold-out crowds, with some of Hawaiʻi’s most iconic musicians like Henry Kapono, Jerry Santos, Keola Beamer, Mākaha Sons, and Brother Noland, in events at some of Hawaiʻi’s most respected venues.

Expanding in 2024, the OTR Program will be opening applications and introducing workshops & seminars to develop an understanding of various aspects of music and business. These will include songwriting, marketing, self-promotion, stage presence, and performance skills.