Waipuna at The House of Hawaiian Music (HOHM) Concord

1835 Colfax Street,Concord CA 94520

09 September, 2021

Description

Patrick Landeza's House of Hawaiian Music or HOHM returns stronger than ever bringing BIG name acts to this small intimate venue. WaipunaThe Hawaiian word waipuna, translates into “spring water”, an essential resource for supporting life, the very definition of wealth. Just like the refreshing spring water that continually bubbles forth from the ground, the Hawaiian music group, Waipuna, who burst upon the music scene in 2008, has sustained a steady pulse of creative energy. With dramatic musical arrangements and progressive instrumentation, Waipunaʻs one-of-a-kind sound combines the traditional teachings of their mentors and expands the boundaries and expectations of todayʻs Hawaiian music. The group consists of founding members Kale Hannahs and Matt Sproat, as well as David Kamakahi, who joined the group in 2011. The eclectic collaboration of these three uniquely talented individuals not only provides for an innovative sound, but allows the group to successfully cross-over (as well as combine) various genres of music with ease. Waipunaʻs music has been widely appreciated and enjoyed not only by the people of Hawaiʻi, but also a wide spectrum of audiences around the world. They have provided inspirational accompaniment for hula dancers, touched hearts through their poetry and earned seven Nā Hōkū Hanohano awards (Hawaiʻiʻs version of the Grammy Awards) for their first four albums. As full-time musicians, the trioʻs active tour schedule keeps them busy throughout the year, with shows from Japan to North America and even Europe. Kale, Matt and David take pride in the responsibility of sharing the Hawaiian culture in their travels, and enjoy reshaping and redefining peopleʻs understanding and expectations of Hawaiian music. “A kahe mau ka wai ola o ke ao nei…” – And thus, the living water flows on… House of Hawaiian Music was started by musician, composer, producer, Patrick Kahakauwila Kamaholelani Landeza. Born and raised in Berkeley to Hawaii-born parents, Patrick picked up guitar while in high school and learned from the styles best players. A protégé of the Hawaiian slack-key masters, Landeza has dedicated his life to sharing this art form with the world. Today, Landeza continues to nationally book Hawaiian acts, has a couple music series’ throughout Northern California, is an author of his own children's book and memoir, and other various projects. www.patricklandeza.com