Widely considered one of the finest musicians Hawai`i has ever produced, Ledward Kaapana is equally accomplished on slack key guitar and 'ukulele as well as a powerful singer in both falsetto and baritone. From a famous musical family on the Big Island of Hawaii he proudly shares the traditions of Kalapana village with audiences around the world. He has received numerous awards, including the NEA Heritage Fellowship, America's highest recognition for a traditional artist.