The Ho'olaule'a featured performances by steel guitar masters from Kaua'i and Honolulu.
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The conclusion of the group jam session. PC-Mark Alan Mendes.
The festival finale. Alan Akaka leads the group in 'Aloha 'Oe. PC-Mark Alan Mendes.
The audience responds during the final remarks by Alan. PC-Mark Alan Mendes.
The audience gives a standing ovation as Alan acknowledges emcee Mele Apana.
Mele Apana giving closing commentary, thanking Alan and the event planners for the festival.
Mele Apana delivering closing commentary.
More closing remarks by Mele.
he audience remained standing during the closing remarks for Hawai'i Aloha that followed the Aloha 'Oe interlude.
Hawai'i Aloha. Event staff joined in on stage.
Hawai'i Aloha.
Hawai'i Aloha.
Hawai'i Aloha.
Hawai'i Aloha conclusion.
The festival is over for this year. PC-Mark Alan Mendes.
Group picture of festival performers and event organizers. PC-Billie Aina Terao.
Group picture of festival performers and event organizers. PC-Mark Alan Mendes.
Alan Akaka gives his stamp of approval: The First Annual Kaua‘i Steel Guitar Festival was a huge success. PC-Mark Alan Mendes.Back to Gallery: 2016 Festival
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