Kolomona Slack Key at Ho`omaluhia

[@tongomanjang2828]

Beautiful, I hope musicians nowadays use this kind of instruments. Instrument that bring peace to the soul and mind. Thanks for letting us be part of this beautiful and peaceful moment of yours. 🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏

[@franguidry]

Thank you for your generous comment. That feeling of peace and comfort is a big part of slack key for me as well. Even these up-tempo compositions have that feeling of coming home, I think. And of course, having one of the greatest slack key players of all time helps things along. Fran

[@tongomanjang2828]

Fran Guidry , Thank you for sharing your knowledge and i hope to keep learning and developing in the future. 🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏

[@mikeruckman2289]

I could listen all day long to this music. Thank you Fran and Led

[@franguidry]

Our pleasure, believe me. Thanks for stopping by. Fran

[@staceykunch7261]

If this doesnt put a smile on your face, then ur already dead. THIS is just fantastic... THANX GUYS...

[@franguidry]

I hope you'll find some other clips around the channel that you enjoy just as much. Thanks for visiting. Fran

[@staceykunch7261]

Fran Guidry You’ve inspired me... I’m gonna re-tune one of my guitars, try to learn slack key, see if I can play along with you guys.

[@josephoconnor6985]

My family spent 7 wonderful years on Oahu, and we learned about the great love Hawaiian's have for music and 'Ohana. Slack Key guitar is truly one of the purest forms of musical expression. Mahalo for sharing your talent with the world. We will always treasure our time spent with you.

[@franguidry]

+Joseph O'Connor Thanks for your kind comment and thanks for visiting. Fran

[@pbziegler]

Just turned 75 and bought myself a new guitar (gave up the guitar several years ago and sold my Martin) so I could fulfill a life-long dream to play Hawaiian slack key guitar. Watching these videos is both inspiring and daunting. This music and the way you guys play is all the religion I need.

[@franguidry]

Thanks for stopping by, Phillip. Have you checked out Ozzie Kotani as a teacher? His instruction was my introduction to playing slack key. Fran

[@patricknepe8850]

Beautiful 😍

[@endrefurnes4686]

The two friends, Ledward and Fran. Given me so much pleasure and enjoyment. Ledward changed my life, and Fran thought me why.

[@howyfixer4890]

I am nearly 70 now but my old hunting eyes haven't let me down yet- who noticed the mongoose sneeking across the grass in the background huh? The beautiful music and the glorious backdrop almost had me distracted. Thanks for all of it guys. Right up there with the lake vid.

[@franguidry]

We've had a few visitors catch the mongoose, I certainly didn't notice until they called my attention to it. That visit to the gorgeous Ho`omaluhia Garden was a wonderful example of things coming together just right. I've been back several times and have yet to recapture the magic. Fran

[@tfloto]

You guys are beautiful. The sound is heaven.

[@franguidry]

+Tim Floto You're very kind, Tim. Thanks for visiting. Fran

[@Snicolas8174]

Nicely said Tim. It IS heaven. I agree brother. Patrick

[@cobraferrariwars]

Really appreciate all the music you guys have posted. I listen to it when I am wiped out or tired or dragging slow and it helps me go. I find myself listening to it again in my mind during the day. Very positive and beautiful and helpful. Attitude changing. My respect.

[@makanatomono4028]

I'm living in Kyoto, Japan now. When I need grounding, here is where I come. Mahalo nui loa!

[@tautalagalaauli6500]

one of my favourite i can listen to it over n over again n again never get tired thank guys god bless

[@franguidry]

Thanks for your comment, that was a terrific day in a beautiful location and so inspirational to play alongside the great slack key master that is Ledward Kaapana. Fran

[@jimhowell7402]

What a beautiful combination

[@franguidry]

Glad you enjoyed it, Jim. That was a really fun day. Fran

[@michaelonmaui5680]

Oh - you guys are having way to much fun with this one! Absolutely fantastic! :) We're all out by the pool and I gotta tell you - the music and the enjoyment you two have when you play is really infectious! Everybody is sitting around just smiling. Thanks Led and Fran - can't get enough of your music together; really great!!

[@franguidry]

Michael, you make me grin with this comment. You know it's such an honor to play with Ledward and I'm having too much fun trying to capture these sessions on video. It really adds to the feeling to hear that people are enjoying the results. Fran

[@dashcamberend1440]

I know the whole world loves this tune, but I shared it on facebook five times !!

[@wjc1952]

Fran - you make the most beautiful videos with such sound quality! Of course, it is bound to have good sound quality when you & Led are playing together. Thanks for giving me such a yearning to see those green Ko'olau mountains once again. Beautiful music, beautiful location. Mahalo! Me ke aloha, Wanda

[@franguidry]

You're so kind, Wanda. I certainly agree that it is easy to get a wonderful result when Ledward is driving the geetar! The Ko`olau really are the second most important reason I come to the windward side, they provide a heart-touching tableau each and every day, always different and always magnificent. We were definitely thinking of you and your Hawaiian music page when we set out to shoot, I'm glad you found our clip. All the best, Fran

[@patricklee780]

Beautiful backdrop for these two great musicians.

[@lylalumley4286]

I love this music, so wish I could see this live...

[@franguidry]

I hope you get a chance to see Led perform live, it's really a great treat. His personality is totally engaging, he makes every concert seem like a backyard jam. Fran

[@jaincemsears5650]

Simply beautiful! Love it and always will! Mahalo plenty for sharing. AWESOME!

[@franguidry]

An oldie but goodie, we haven't been back to Ho`omaluhia in quite a while. I'm glad you enjoyed the clip. Fran

[@jaincemsears5650]

@@franguidry Mahalo plenty! I will always listen/support and try to keep up with ALL!

[@boesposito]

Mahalo uncles . youse guys music will last forever . make me feel so good .beautiful landscape beautiful tunes mahalo nui loa for shine the kind...

[@davidgpeterson]

Without question, the richest most satisfying style of guitar to listen to. Totally happy and calming.

[@franguidry]

Thanks for visiting and commenting. I feel that one of the luckiest moments in my life was my discovery of this music. Fran

[@dorthymcbride3384]

Hauoli Lahanau Ledward! Fabulous music to my ears! Mahalo! Enjoy your birthday!

[@franguidry]

I'll be sure to pass along your birthday wish, Dorothy. All the best to you. Fran

[@SlackKeyPaddy]

Thanx Fran; Listening to the two of you, having so much fun; made my morning,

[@franguidry]

Thanks, Patrick, I hope it lasts all day. Fran

[@mediocremusiciantube]

Just awesome. Beautifully played, beautifully shot, beautifully edited!

[@billspence670]

Love it! And you make it seem so easy and effortless..... Perfect post election music.... Mahalo!

[@franguidry]

After a few years of anxiety, playing with Led is effortless, he does all the work (grin). Fran

[@sushiltheodore3438]

It never fails to raise to the heavenly music.

[@franguidry]

+Sushil Theodore Thank you for visiting the channel and taking a moment to leave a comment. Fran

[@santajefflowe]

Just bought your cd and love watching you play. Eager for your next cd. The joy in your soul brings alive your music. That joy is fun to watch often showing up in your lovely grin. Thanks for your gift to me, to us, to the world of music.

[@manuelnitullama9887]

eh! bradda led it's always a pleasure to hear our beutiful island specialty from the land that gave us a very talented musician like you... mahalo bradda led...

[@franguidry]

I'll pass along your compliments and thanks. Fran

[@GlobetrottingLyn]

Love the music you two produce, brings me back to the islands! mahalo nui loa!

[@franguidry]

Thank you for visiting and subscribing. Fran

[@c.kainoabugado7935]

Omg today I am finding comfort and solace in your videos today. appreciating the sounds and no words in mourning aunty Moanikeala Akaka' s passing on to po last night. your music is beautiful and I am concerned that it is a dying art. hope you guys find/found haumana for our listening pleasure! I'm so selfish! Mahalo nui loa. Aloha, charmaine

[@franguidry]

Charmaine, so sorry to hear of your aunty's passing. I really appreciate your comments on our videos. Mahalo, Fran

[@c.kainoabugado7935]

Mahalo. she was an amazing activist for the Kingdom of the Hawaiian Islands. you music brings fond memories of childhood with my mama here on Moku o Keawe. onolicious!

[@RealDapperDude]

It seems I'm finding something new from you cats ("buggahs", as Andy Bumatai would say) every other day. And looking at all of the green countryside, well, I can almost forget I'm in brown So. Cal. So looking forward to being a Led Head in Dec at Napili. Mahalo Plenty and aloha a hui hou. PS, You're very gracious, Fran, for acknowledging these comments.

[@franguidry]

Have a great time in Napili and Maui in general. I hope we'll get some new clips up for you in the coming months. Fran

[@jimzeleny7213]

Beautiful song and beautiful location

[@franguidry]

Thanks, Jim. That is a really lovely place, sadly it has become so popular that there is talk of restricting the number of visitors and/or charging admission. Fran

[@veninanavuta8102]

great sounds of guitar music, takes my breath away!!!

[@kusaisaru]

Greetings from Japan. You guys are excellent. Your music is pleasure to listen to. Makes me miss Hawaii big time!

[@franguidry]

+kusaisaru Thanks for stopping by. I hope you can get back to Hawai`i soon. Fran

[@LeroysUkulele]

beautiful and so relaxing for this island boy. Good memories

[@franguidry]

Thanks for visiting and commenting. I really appreciate comments from local folks. Fran

[@darrenm9597]

Reminds me of the few trips I've made to Oahu... so beautiful

[@franguidry]

Thanks for the visit and comment. I sure do agree with you that O`ahu is a gorgeous place, we're sad that we were unable to make our annual visit this year. Fran

[@janebethshimon]

Wow, you go, guys!! Beautiful. Ridiculous well done!

[@franguidry]

Thanks, Jane. That's one of the first few duet videos I think, but it has held up really well. The Ho`omaluhia Gardens is really a gift. Fran

[@sunnyray7819]

Can't wait to try out slack key. Sounds so beautiful!

[@franguidry]

It's a lot of fun to play as well. Fran

[@sunnyray7819]

​@@franguidryAs soon as I hit the strings after I tuned it to slack key, I just said wow... So powerful and beautiful!

[@sharonknight4570]

This so beautiful !!! My man...Ken...and I can't wait to enjoy you two in person !!

[@franguidry]

Thank you, Sharon. Where can we expect to meet you? In Hawai`i or California? Fran

[@sharonknight4570]

Fran, thank you for your reply. Ken and I are going to shoot for HI this September. We have been wanting to enjoy your music in person for a long time. It will be a trip of a lifetime for us ! When we are able to enjoy a concert of yours, we will be sure to meet you !

[@franguidry]

I hope you'll be able to make your trip to Hawai`i, but I'm sorry to say I won't be here. We live in California and visit Hawai`i once a year, usually around this time. Led will be here in September, though, and it's a lovely time to visit the islands. Fran

[@sharonknight4570]

Fran, Oh thank you for this ! We were going to go to HI to enjoy your music ! OK, we need to review your schedule and plan accordingly. To enjoy your music was the reason we were planning the HI trip. If you have an event scheduled in CA or another place,for September please let us know -thank you Fran, for your patience and time !

[@franguidry]

Sharon, please understand that I'm strictly an amateur. I don't do concerts, I barely do gigs at all. When I'm in Hawai`i my public performances consist of two or three songs done as a guest at shows by my friends. I usually show up when Led Kaapana or Mike Kaawa play at Honey's, they invite me up for a song or two or three. When I'm in California these same guys stay with us when they play in northern California, and I sometimes open their shows with three songs or so. I'm really flattered by your interest, I hope we'll meet sometime, but even more I hope you'll get to Hawai`i and enjoy the beauty of this place. Fran

[@bjarnesmith7226]

Ledward Kaapana is the man, when it comes to slack key guitar and fingerpicking uke.

[@franguidry]

I certainly agree with you. He's pretty darned good on standard tuning guitar and steel guitar too. And banjo. And bass. Fran

[@matthiashartmann8238]

Ein Traum von Harmonie. SUPER.

[@dashcamberend1440]

Altough I know this tune for a long time I still can't stop for playing it on youtube

[@franguidry]

You're very kind, thanks for visiting the channel and taking a moment to comment. I hope you've found some other of our clips to enjoy as well. Fran

[@kathyslough5623]

You guys are wonderful! Love the music. I love the history that this music was brought to the Islands by early vaquero's.

[@homebrewedmusic]

+Kathy Slough Thanks, Kathy. Yes, the story of slack key just adds more charm to an already charming style, doesn't it? Fran

[@kathyslough5623]

+homebrewedmusic Fran: I asked Ledward to play this when you guys were at the Cue last month and you folks were kind enough to do so. Love your wonderful music and greatly admire Ledward's artistry! Wally Slough

[@franguidry]

+Kathy Slough Thanks, Kathy, for visiting the channel and supporting the shows. Fran

[@johnsimko6916]

Very beautiful !"!

[@franguidry]

Thanks John, the views around Ho`omaluhia are spectacular, I'm looking forward to the next time we can shoot video there. Fran

[@sushiltheodore3438]

I just love slsck key guitar,your style of playing.

[@boesposito]

......and I stay cracking up uncle , its so cold here where I stay on the mainland I cannot get my fingers to do li- dat ..cuz I like jamming with you . but your videos always bring warmth to my ohana.

[@franguidry]

We do what we can, Bo. I think Ledward is finally getting warm after his visit to Chicago and Minneapolis last month. Fran

[@haleiwahi27]

Now I know what I would do with my 4 hands if I had 4 to do something with. You guys are a great team.

[@franguidry]

+Todd White Todd, I'm gratified that you visited several of our clips, thanks very much. Fran

[@tautalagalaauli6500]

YOU guys are amazing

[@franguidry]

Thanks for stopping by and commenting on several clips. It's an honor for me to be able to play alongside a great artist like Led Kaapana and I love to share his talent through these videos. Fran

[@Dangthuytrang68]

very wonderful, wish you always happy and successful in life❤❤❤

[@franguidry]

Thank you as always. This is one of our earliest and also a favorite. Fran

[@tautalagalaauli6500]

LEDWARD you're my FAN 4 EVER my mate wish you can give me that talent to carry on aye any way its OK GODBLESS you my FRIEND frm wton NZ

[@moritzeric2429]

very nice sound we can hear from hawaii, thanks to fran guidry, one of my favorite guitar player, i like this tune and thanks to led kapaana

[@franguidry]

How very kind of you, Eric. This is a very fun tune and it's a great honor to play it along with Ledward. Fran

[@Warrior_Pilgrim]

These uncles are masters 🙏

[@daveharrison8286]

Fastest way I know to make me smile.

[@franguidry]

Thanks for visiting, I'm so glad to hear the clip gives you grins. Fran

[@johngundersen7255]

Beautiful!!💖

[@franguidry]

Thanks for visiting and for your kind comment. Fran

[@stuartwallace6154]

Beautiful

[@poponnajmudin26]

another masterpiece ! terima kasih (thank you) again!

[@billleff5849]

Great video. Thanks for posting it.

[@c.t.6314]

2 OGs bringing the aloha spirit and vibe! Cheehoooo!

[@franguidry]

Glad you enjoyed it. I'm reluctant to claim OG-ship alongside the real OG - I'm just lucky to be able to sit alongside the Ledward. Fran

[@c.t.6314]

Ledward is great and so are you! Mahalo for putting this on KZbin!

[@SergeUnplugged]

True guitar heroes

[@benperea8483]

That is beyond awesome!!!!!!!!!!!

[@franguidry]

Thanks, Ben. That was a lot of fun to shoot and the views around the Ho`omaluhia Gardens are spectacular. Fran

[@slackkeylady]

I love this so much...jealous I no mo' wingman like you.

[@franguidry]

Thanks for your very kind comment. I hope you keep looking and find someone to jam with, it adds a lot to the musical fun. Fran

[@noelialopez75]

I miss Hawaii so much! =(

[@franguidry]

The place certainly takes over the heart, doesn't it? Fran

[@dreaminslackkey]

YAY!!! I love you guys

[@franguidry]

Thank you sir, thanks for visiting and commenting. Fran

[@penikoroi7057]

Sounds good guys

[@franguidry]

Thank you sir, and thanks for subscribing. You have some fun clips on your channel as well. Fran

[@gargan1977tua]

Many thanks!

[@franguidry]

I'm glad you found the channel, thanks for visiting. I hope you've discovered some other clips to enjoy. Fran

[@julianllew]

Loved it. Mahalo.

[@bernadettepark9237]

So nahenahe. Kiho'alu no ka 'oi.

[@pauleblacas]

Fran, We were wondering where this video was recorded...... look so nice .

[@franguidry]

The Ho`omaluhiu Gardens are in Kane`ohe at the base of the Ko`olau. I've been told the area was once banana plantation, but has been turned into a combination flood control zone and botanical garden/park. Fran

[@BraddaDPaivaDboy]

Solomon's song. -Kolomana was composed by Uncle Led and Ned for their close friend Solomon.

[@franguidry]

Led usually mentions his brother and Solomon Aikau when he performs this song at shows. Kevin Brown told me the story as well. Thanks for visiting and sharing your mana'o here. Fran

[@BraddaDPaivaDboy]

Fran Guidry 🎼🎸

[@hommefatale9156]

my girl and i decided to turn to slack key and keep on practicing and do this when we're old

[@franguidry]

+Muhammad Nur Hafiz Khamsani You have made a very wise choice, I think. This music is intricate enough to be interesting, but low stress enough to continue as one ages. My hands are too fragile to play rock'n'roll, but I can still play slack key for hours at a time. And thanks for visiting, Fran

[@fatfeather4223]

a good... my oh my.

[@indoboy35]

Super!!!!

[@acertiger591]

Uncles !!! Where yah @ now ♡¿ Eastside Big lsle Aloha ❤💙

[@franguidry]

Sorry I missed this, Led is here in California and we've been having too much fun to shoot a new video - hopefully we'll do one soon. Fran

[@victorpatelski7550]

Wonderfull Music! Mr Guidry, wich Strings are you using on your Guitar? Best regards from the Netherlands.

[@franguidry]

Victor, I've been using Elixir Nanoweb strings for many years now. They last so much longer than non-coated strings that the overall cost is less and I think the sound is better. I like the 80/20 formula, while Led prefers the Phosphor Bronze. I use HD Light gauge while Led uses Mediums. Fran

[@victorpatelski7550]

@@franguidry Thank you!

[@bradyp69]

What's the over/under on the number of guitars Ledward owns?

[@franguidry]

Not as many as one might think, I'd say. His main guitar is the Martin 000-16, followed by the little Guild. He has a Santa Cruz baritone and a Tacoma that don't get out much. And a couple of electrics. I think he still has the Martin cutaway dread that was his main for a while, but he sold the Taylor and the custom Ko`olau I believe. And of course there are a few `ukulele, with his main instruments being Chuck Moore beauties. Fran

[@bradyp69]

@@franguidry Ah Fran, thanks for the thoughtful reply. I am an old Kailua boy who learned my chops studying Ray Kane tunes and practicing at Kalama beach. I love these videos of Led, and thanks for posting them. I just have noticed that he seems to have a new axe every video, and I can't say I don't understand. I leave my music room and when I come back the next day it always seems I have a few new guitars! Cheers and much aloha too you.

[@franguidry]

@@bradyp69 Can't go wrong with Uncle Ray, that's for sure. Led does a couple of Ray's numbers in nearly every show. Fran

[@thesidewalksaint6236]

Ho brah sick ukulele

[@fatfeather4223]

my oh my

[@franguidry]

Thanks, I hope that was a good "my oh my" (grin). Fran

[@c.t.6314]

And Hana Hou!

[@haleiwahi27]

I'm very familiar with the La'a family but don't know Pat. I wonder Who's his parents? maybe I know them?

[@franguidry]

+Todd White Todd I'm sorry, I don't remember Pat's mom's name. She lives in Lanikai and that's about all I know. Fran

[@haleiwahi27]

+Fran Guidry Well mahalo for that. I'm certain all the La'a's are related. Most live in Nanakuli, Waianae & Makaha areas. I just don't remember the name Pat, but I was friends with their Gramparents Joe & Mary La'a. After they passed, I lost track of most of the kids and now their kids.

[@JPHappo]

Don't what to say. Areal thing!!

[@franguidry]

I think you found the perfect thing to say. Thanks. Fran

[@olgoat52]

Yer a lucky guy Fran. ;)

[@franguidry]

Honestly, I've always considered myself to be very lucky, I've done lots more stupid things than I got caught at, I've had lots of wonderful opportunities come my way, and I found just the right lady to be my life partner. But hooking up with Ledward brings being lucky to a whole new level! Fran

[@kellylaa2621]

Nice da mongoose! :-D

[@franguidry]

Jus' glad no run in wit peegs! Fran

[@daflyinhawaiian2]

Wuz dat one mongoose wen crawling in da background? Or wuz I da only one wen notice?

[@franguidry]

+Roland Galindo Good eye, Roland. We noticed it after we shot the video but you may be the only KZbinr who saw it. Fran

[@flamebrainpms]

I saw it too!

[@jpowell2868]

Big alohas!

[@franguidry]

Mahalo! Fran

[@frontbum420]

This in open G Fran?Sorry just read the info . What does taropatch mean? That mongoose stopped and checked out the jam ,too funny

[@franguidry]

Yes, open G. Taropatch is the slack key term for open G. Fran

[@gregoryk.tanaka4285]

Anybody else see that mongoose running left to right in the background? Funny!

[@franguidry]

Thanks for watching and commenting. The mongoose was a great discovery, adds a real local kine flavor. Fran

[@nadiaeitzen2039]

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