Kalei Gamiao, a Hawaii born ukulele virtuoso, started his adventure with the ukulele at the age of thirteen. His exposure to a wide variety of ukulele masters including Alfred Canopin, Gordon Mark, Byron Yasui, Benny Chong and Kimo Hussey, motivated him to embrace a range of styles – jazz, rock, pop, classical, blues, flamenco, funk, as well as the music of his cultural roots, Hawaiian and island contemporary. With 3 completed nominated albums to his name Kalei Gamiao been at the forefront of today’s ukulele revolution since 2008 when his debut album, “Contemporary Ukulele,” kicked up the demand for performances in the U.S market. After the release of his second album entitled “Redefined” in 2012 a greater demand for more of his music and performances exposed Kalei to hundreds of thousands of ukulele enthusiasts from around the world. Social media sites and the web provide instant access for his fans to stay connected to his music, performance calendar, and the explosive world-wide popularity of the ukulele.

TOMOKI, a ukulele singer-song writer from Japan, introduced to the ukulele at 16 and instantly improved his skills. While he studied the lungages in United States, he explored various genres of music and honed his ukulele skills and music sense. After returning to Japan, he traveled aournd the world, including Australia, England and Italy, to perform in various Festivals. Because of his laungate skills, he has built close relationships with ukulele musicians worldwide and continues to collaborate on various projects.

Kalei and TOMOKI, who are long time friends, will showcase a special collaboration at International Ukulele Fesetival of Hawaii 2025.