Steel Guitar History

The Hawaiian Room at the Hotel Lexington

October 1, 2023 • Geronimo "Geri" Valdriz • Steel Guitar History

This month we look at the story of the legendary Hawaiian Room at the Hotel Lexington! [...]

The Story of the Oahu Publishing Company of Cleveland, Ohio

November 1, 2023 • Geronimo "Geri" Valdriz • Steel Guitar History

This month we look at the story of the Oahu Publishing Company of Cleveland, Ohio.[...]

The Story of the Famous Hawaii Calls Radio Program

December 1, 2023 • Geronimo "Geri" Valdriz • Steel Guitar History

This month we look at the story of the famous Hawaii Calls radio program! [...]

Hawaiian Steel Guitar and the Blues

January 1, 2024 • Geronimo "Geri" Valdriz • Steel Guitar History

This month we look at the story of the Hawaiian Steel Guitar and the Blues. [...]

Hawaiian Steel Guitar and Japan

February 1, 2024 • Geronimo "Geri" Valdriz • Steel Guitar History

This month we look at the story of the Hawaiian Steel guitar and Japan. [...]

Hawaiian Steel Guitar and Country Music

March 1, 2024 • Geronimo "Geri" Valdriz • Steel Guitar History

This month we look at the story of the Hawaiian Steel guitar and Country music. [...]

Hawaiian Steel Guitar and Hindustani Slide

April 1, 2024 • Geronimo "Geri" Valdriz • Steel Guitar History

This month we look at the story of the Hawaiian Steel guitar and Hindustani Slide. [...]

Hawaiian Steel Guitar and The Tradition of Sacred Steel

May 1, 2024 • Geronimo "Geri" Valdriz • Steel Guitar History

This month we look at the story of the Hawaiian Steel guitar and the Tradition of Sacred Steel. [...]

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`2024 Festivals and Workshops`

Hawai‘i Island Steel Guitar Experience at Mauna Lani
November 21-24, 2024 – Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection, Waimea, Hawai‘i Island

`2024 Hawaiian Steel Guitar Showcase Livestream Broadcasts`

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All broadcasts originate from the Hawaiian Steel Guitar Showcase Facebook Page and YouTube Channel.

Hawai‘i Island Steel Guitar Experience at Mauna Lani
November 22, 2024 Ho‘olaule‘a concert – 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM HST
November 23, 2024 Open Stage Performances – 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM HST

`2025 Festivals and Workshops`

Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival at Ka Makana Ali‘i
February 15, 2025 – 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM HST
Ka Makana Ali‘i Shopping Center, Kapolei

Kona Steel Guitar Festival
February 27-March 1, 2025
Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa, Keauhou, Hawai‘i

Other Events

Mele Hali‘a
Featuring NextGen Steel Guitarists
December 23, 2024 – 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM HST
Waikiki Beach Walk Plaza Stage, 227 Lewers Street, Waikīkī

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