From the heart of Hawaiʻi Island, the Honokaʻa Jazz Band, led by acclaimed educator and band director Gary Washburn, brings the joy, energy, and spirit of big band jazz to life with a youthful fire that has earned them recognition well beyond the islands.

Known for their tight ensemble playing and vibrant stage presence, these talented young musicians have built a reputation for delivering performances that are both polished and filled with genuine excitement for the music.

Mahalo to our 2026/27 Season Sponsors: Michael & Ruth Bernstone, Paul & Charlene Dahlquist, Carol & Clive Davies, Deviants from the Norm, Fred Dosher & Carol Greenwell, Eric Ewing & Bruce Redman, Marianne Falkner, Mike & Diane Foreman, Ceppie & Irwin Federman, Alan Gartenhaus & Rhoady Lee, Suzanne Hill, Stephen Hobbs & Lori Parrish, Derek & Renée Inaba, Christine Karger, Cathi Keene, Marsha & Tom Kerley, Mimi & Brian Kerley, Ken & Robin Key, Steve Kirkham & Jennie Dougherty, Joanna Lipari, Bob & Nancy Male, Kevin McCann & Lisa Shattuck, Ebby & Lex Pinson, John C. Ryan, Eric Savage, Eric Schwartz & Magda Wesslund, W.A. Shimabukuro & M.S. Simpson, Deb Stover, Michael Thompson, David & Joanne Turner