MAHALO FOR A GREAT NIGHT!
Aloha Friends!
With deep gratitude and great excitement, I Mahalo for joining us in the first-ever In the Key of Aloha Gala - an unforgettable evening celebrating the spirit of aloha, the power of music, and the legacy that connects us all.
This inaugural event brought our community together to honor the legendary voices that have shaped Hawaiʻi's unique sound, while uplifting the next generation of artists who will carry that music forward.
Our theme, "Transcending Generations", speaks to a truth we've witnessed time and again: music connects us across time and place. It teaches, heals, inspires, and reminds us who we are.
Every one who attended the event, was not just attending a magical night of music and connection - they became a champion for Hawaiʻi's artists. The support helps ensure our songs, stories, and cultural soul continue to thrive for generations to come.
Mahalo for joining us for this musical evening and standing with us in keeping Hawaiʻi's music strong.
With aloha,
Mahalo for Joining Us!
September 20, 2025
5pm - 9pm
Alohilani Hotel
Founder and President, Henry Kapono Foundation
WE WENT GALA!
Net proceeds from every table or seat directly funds programs & opportunities that sustain Hawaii’s music industry, putting local musicians to work, preserving cultural knowledge, and building opportunity for the next generation
YOUR TABLE, YOUR LEGACY
Mahalo for the Support and a Wonderful Night!
Need More Information? Email: Aloha@HenryKaponoFoundation.org
Mahalo to Our Sponsors!
Kelly Sanders
First Hawaiian Bank
Stanford Carr Development
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Henk Rogers
Mayor Rick Blangiardi / Ms Karen C Blangiardi
The Creative City
Mary Charles
Alikaleo Park
Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Hawaii Hotel Alliance
Shelley Cramer
OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group
Dr. &. Mrs. Lawrence (BoHing Chan) Tseu
The Tseu Medical Institute, University of Oxford, United Kingdom
Commercial Plumbing Inc.
Mele
Ginny Tiu
INPAC Wealth
Rona Yim / Yim and Yempuku, AAL, LLC
The LRY Charitable Foundation
Ritchie & Sunny Mudd
Striker Construction LLC
Celebration of Aloha
Melissa & Marc Bencivenga
Mark Elwell & Seal Tech Inc
Island Distributing & Constellation Brands
Kelvin & Janice Taketa
“It was an unforgettable evening where Hawaiʻi’s music legends, icons, and rising stars unite in the spirit of aloha.”
The first annual In the Key of Aloha – Transcending Generations Gala was more than an event—it was a powerful evening celebrating and supporting Hawaiʻi’s music and cultural legacy. Presented during Henry Kapono Foundation Month, this premier celebration will feature an extraordinary Henry & Friends concert, bringing together Hawaiʻi’s most celebrated musicians alongside today’s brightest emerging artists.
A Special Mahalo to Kahu-Cordell, Speaker-John DeFries, GALA Director-Shelley Cramer, Emcee, Alx Kawakami and the Team at the Alohilani Hotel Waikiki Beach!
TRANSCENDING GENERATIONS
Henry Kapono
Jerry Santos
Brother Noland
Kimie Miner
Kalaʻe + Kalena Parish
Tavana
