
for more intimate venues
A vibrant musical journey through Polynesia, soul, jazz, and global island sounds, Island & Soul reimagines the ʻukulele as both a storytelling instrument and a powerhouse of musical versatility. The show blends soulful vocals, virtuosic ʻukulele playing, live piano features, and cultural connection.
Featuring music inspired by artists such as Israel Kamakawiwoʻole, Alicia Keys, Kolohe Kai, Eddie Palmieri, and more, Island & Soul is both deeply personal and universally inviting.
The show is an immersive celebration of music, heritage, and human connection across oceans and cultures.
In Rock Reimagined, Mele transforms iconic rock and alternative classics through the unexpected lens of ʻukulele, powerhouse vocals, and cinematic musicality.
From soaring vocal moments and electric ʻukulele solos to intimate piano interludes, audiences experience bold new interpretations of music inspired by artists such as Prince, Janis Joplin, and Led Zeppelin.
Rock Reimagined showcases the ʻukulele not as a novelty instrument, but as a dynamic force capable of carrying the intensity and emotion of rock music in a completely fresh way.
Time to be decided with all new members! Class will be recorded.
Done with Ukulele Mele/ Kai Ākea (with Kane Shimabukuro) and also sharing stage with Kupono!
Done with Ukulele Mele/ Kai Ākea (with Kane Shimabukuro) and also sharing stage with Kupono!
Kai ākea is Ukulele Mele in her duo with Kane Shimabukuro - called Kai Ākea
Ukulelist, Vocalist, Polynesian Lectures across Aotearoa (NZ), Fiji, Samoa, and French Polynesia
Ukulelist, Vocalist, Polynesian Lectures across Aotearoa (NZ), Fiji, Samoa, and French Polynesia
Ukulele and singing happy hour evenings
Lectures on Polynesian culture throughout Hawaii and Tahiti
Ukulele and singing happy hour evenings
Ukulele classes for cruise guests onboard
Jazz and soul singer abroad
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Music Downloads/EP (coming August 2026)
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