by admin | Feb 3, 2026 | Blog
Ferdinando Carulli (February 9, 1770 – February 17, 1841) was an Italian composer, guitarist, and teacher. He is remembered as one of the pioneers of modern classical guitar. Along with Mauro Giuliani and Fernando Sor, he helped shape guitar technique, repertoire, and...
by admin | Jan 12, 2026 | Blog
Kazumi Watanabe (born October 14, 1953, in Shibuya, Tokyo) is a leading Japanese jazz guitarist. He is best known for his skill, versatility, and lasting impact on jazz fusion. Watanabe studied under guitarist Sadanori Nakamure. At 17, he released his first album,...
by admin | Nov 6, 2025 | Blog
North East Guitar Show 2026 Mark your calendars for the North East Guitar Show 2026, a one-day celebration of all things guitar, set to take place on April 26, 2026, at the Boston Convention Center in Massachusetts, USA. This highly anticipated...
by admin | Oct 27, 2025 | Blog
An abbreviated Maui Steel Guitar Festival took place on Saturday, October 19, at The Shops at Wailea. Given the ongoing wildfire rebuilding efforts on the island, HIMELE decided that a smaller event would be most appropriate this year. Pages Looking ahead, HIMELE aims...
by admin | Oct 24, 2025 | Blog
4th Annual Japan-Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival Event Details Date: Friday, July 11, 2025Location: Royal Grove Stage, Royal Hawaiian Center, Waikīkī Featured Performers Seven talented steel guitarists and groups from Japan will perform, including: Shinichi...
