Hawaiian Entertainment
We are an authenic Hawaiian Band, with true Hawaiian roots
Band Bio
Ron Cabanada
Born and raised in Hawaii, Ron grew up surrounded with Hawaiian music and culture. He always had music in his house and enjoyed his time singing in the school chorus. Ron lived in San Francisco for a while where he applied his previous knowledge of steel guitar and studied classical guitar and ukulele. Ron discovered his true passion in singing. From the shower to the car and now to the stage, this is where he is most comfortable. Ron has had the great honor of performing on stage with Mel Amina, The Makaha Sons and Cyril Pahinui. Now living in Chicago, he has found his Hoapili brothers and re-ignited his passion for Hawaiian music.
Michael Cozzarelli
From the fourth grade, 'Uncle Mike' started learning to play trumpet and performed with many Symphony's, Concert Bands, Orchestra's, Jazz Bands and Jazz Combos. At 17, Mike began singing with a Jazz Choir. He eventually became a member of several Choruses and performed at weddings. In time, he began learning to play guitar and piano. Mike lived with a Hawaiian family during college breaks and became immersed in the Hawaiian culture and today he brings decades of music theory and stage experiences to Hoapili. Mike continues to be the foundation to the Hoapili blend with the soothing sound of bass guitar.
Keenan Kamae
Keenan began singing and harmonizing from a young age while living in Japan, sharing the Aloha Spirit through mele (song) and hula (dance). He watched and learned as the kupuna (elders) played and sang the traditional songs of his home. When he returned to Hawaii he sang in the Concert Glee Club at the Kamehameha Schools. He also learned from his tutu (grandma) to play the upright bass, his favorite instrument, and performed with a traditional Hawaiian trio Island Harmony for several years. He left Hawaii for Chicago 13 years ago and soon after began to play the 'ukulele. Keenan looks forward to fulfilling his kuleana (responsibility) to perpetuate his Hawaiian culture by blending his harmonies, 'ukulele and bass with his Hoapili brothers.
Contact Information:
Ron Cabanada 808-371-2789
Mike Cozzarelli 847-345-8665
Keenan Kamae 773-793-7609
