Ki Ho’alu, That’s Slack Key Guitar, an hour-long documentary by Susan Friedman, explores the varied and colorful fraternity of Hawaii’s Slack Key guitarists. Focusing on the group’s honorary godfather, Raymond Kane, the film traces the development and diversity of this musical form through interviews and performances with the likes of the late Sonny Chillingworth, Ledward Kaapana, Leonard Kwan, and Diana Aki, interspersed with some stunning footage of Hawaiian scenery. The musicians trace the roots of their genre from their ancestors adapting the guitars brought over by Spanish ranchers to their own sentimental, expressive music, creating unique and distinctive tunings and playing styles in the process. The film succeeds admirably in capturing the warm personalities of the musicians, the environment that nurtures their art, and the vivid, emotional music they perform.
Friday, May 24. Doors open at 6:00 pm, Film at 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Bring your own beverage of choice, enjoy popcorn on the house, and watch a movie in our gorgeous art gallery setting.
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