Kailua Music School
About Kailua Music School
Celebrating 30 years of musical excellence, Kailua Music School has recently undergone a vibrant transformation, establishing itself as the premier hub for music and creativity on Oahu’s Windward side. Offering a diverse range of private and group lessons, the school provides instruction in guitar, ukulele, drums, bass, piano, vocals, violin, cello, and saxophone.
In addition to its rich musical offerings, Kailua Music School has expanded its curriculum to include theater, acting, comedy, sewing and fashion, junior filmmaking, and DJ turntables. The school is especially renowned for its dynamic rock, pop, and reggae band programs, where keiki, tweens, and teens shine on stages across the island.
Beyond music, Kailua Music School hosts fun and engaging classes in Dungeons & Dragons, as well as seasonal summer and holiday camps and unique birthday party bookings.
For seasoned musicians, Kailua Music School is also home to a bookable full band rehearsal space and recording studio.
Founder & Owner of Kailua Music School
ABOUT ERIN SMITH: Founder & CO-Owner
is the Director and Co-Owner of Kailua Music School (KMS). A three-time Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award nominee and four-time winner of Best Female Musician on Maui, she is best known as the vocalist of The Throwdowns and for her solo albums. An alternative rock and pop artist, Erin has shared the stage with acts including Panic! at the Disco, Bad Brains, and Train. Today, she leads a thriving community of hundreds of young musicians through Kailua Music School’s keiki and teen band program, which features 15 rising youth bands on Oʻahu’s Windward side.
Kailua Music School Featured Students
Genevieve Sendry - Guitar & Vocals
At just 13, Genevieve Sendrey is already making waves as the lead singer of Kailua Music School’s band Out of the Blue. She recently wowed audiences at Capitol Modern’s First Friday event, the Henry Kapono Foundation's In the Key of Aloha Gala, and as a featured guest of Henry's at Duke's on Sunday. Genevieve is featured on Kailua Music School’s upcoming album, a collection of original and cover songs spanning rock, pop, and alternative styles.
Kai Montoya - Guitar & Vocals
Kai has been a student of Kailua Music School since early 2025 and is a dedicated guitar player who loves to practice and perform. He has recently started to work on original songs, and is in a band from Kailua Music School’s Icon Academy called “Warriors of Dirt.” His band has appeared at Ala Moana Centerstage and Keiki to Legends with Henry Kapono.
Meilia Perez - Vocals
Melia has been a student with Kailua Music School since she was very young. She takes after her dad, musician Ryan Perez, and is a powerful vocalist. Meilia is the front girl of Kailua Music School’s Icon Academy band “Bittersweet”. Meilia has recently been writing several original songs and her band’s original song will be featured on an upcoming Kailua Music School album