Hawaiʻi Saxophone Foundation

07/13/2026

FREE MASTERCLASS
Wednesday July 22 6:30pm
Kalani High School Bandroom

Featuring Japan’s leading recording instrumentalists: Eric Miyashiro (trumpet ) Eijiro Nakagawa (trombone) & Masato Honda (saxophone)

Open to musicians, educators and enthusiasts!

06/13/2026

Step into a night where sound travels like starlight! 💫 Join us for a FREE, public master class where you can learn firsthand from world-renowned Japanese artists as they share culturally unique approaches to performance, improvisation, ensemble discipline, and music education traditions.

Open to all students, educators, and music lovers. No tickets required.

Wednesday, July 22, 2026
6:30 PM
Kalani High School Band Room
4680 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96821

05/17/2026

Join the Hawaii Saxophone Foundation on Saturday, July 25th, 2026 from 4:00PM - 9:00PM for an amazing evening with our internationally respected Japanese Artists: Eric Miyashiro (Trumpet), Masato Honda (Saxophone), and Eijiro Nakagawa (Trombone)!

In addition to performances by these three renowned Japan artists, we are proud to announce Hawaii's own Kalapana as the headliner. They will be gracing the stage at Hawaiian Brian's Crossroads for a night you don't want to miss!

For more information, please visit https://www.hawaiisaxophonefoundation.org/

04/21/2026

For ALL MUSICIANS looking take your business to the next level, the HSF is giving a FREE masterclass with award winning musician Colin Crake.

Colin will present steps on creating a non-profit organization and give suggestions on career development. He is the co-founder of the Hana Hou Music Program which is expanding access to music education accross Maui.

Friday, May 1, 2026, 6:30pm
University of Hawaii Music Department, Room 36
2411 Dole Street
ADMISSION: FREE

03/08/2026

Listen to Jeff Kashiwa from our latest masterclass!

The Hawaii Saxophone Foundation proudly presents the Super Saxophone Series, a dynamic, multi-day event set to energize Hawaii’s jazz scene with world-class performances and community engagement. This inspiring series has featured renowned saxophonists from across the islands and beyond, offering a rich lineup of concerts, masterclasses, and student workshops. The Super Saxophone Series not only showcases the expressive power of the saxophone but also strengthens HSF’s ongoing commitment to jazz education and youth mentorship in Hawaii.

03/06/2026

Check us out on Living808 with Jeff. Tickets still on sale for this Saturday's amazing show! Join us at Crossroads @ Hawaiian Brians! Saturday doors open at 5pm.
https://www.hawaiisaxophonefoundation.org/upcoming-events

The Hawaii Saxophone Foundation is launching Season 2 of its Super Saxophone Series, featuring acclaimed saxophonist Jeff Kashiwa, with a free master class for high school saxophonists and a live c…

03/05/2026

Jeff Kashiwa on KHON2 Living 808!

03/02/2026

NEW, UPDATED LOCATION FOR OUR FREE MASTERCLASS*. Join us at Roosevelt High School Bandroom for a free masterclass hosted by captivating saxophonist, Jeff Kashiwa!

Seattle native, Jeff Kashiwa became known as one of the most compelling young saxophonists in contemporary jazz during his first year with The Rippingtons back in 1989. Kashiwa performed hundreds of shows all over the world and appeared on many of the band’s classic recordings. After a decade with The Rippingtons, Kashiwa’s instincts led him to his solo career. In 2004 he founded The Sax Pack with saxophonists Steve Cole and Kim Waters and released three CDs together. Kashiwa released his 11th solo record titled Sunrise. He is in his 12th year as an Instrumental Ensemble and Music Technology instructor, and Department Chair at Shoreline Community College in Seattle, Washington.

FREE MASTERCLASS
Thursday, March 5, 2026 Roosevelt High School Bandroom at 6:30 PM
(*will NOT be held at the Auditorium)
For more information, visit: hawaiisaxophonefoundation.org

03/02/2026

The Hawai'i Saxophone Foundation & Super Saxophone Series proudly presents Jeff Kashiwa! Join us for an unforgettable, captivating jazz experience at Hawaiian Brian’s Social Club - Crossroads Doors.

SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2026
Hawaiian Brian’s Social Club - Crossroads Doors open 5:00 PM, Concert at 6:00 PM
For tickets, go to: hawaiisaxophone.ticketgoat.com
$45 Adults | $20 Students | $85 at the door

FREE MASTERCLASS
Thursday, March 5, 2026 Roosevelt High School Auditorium at 6:30 PM
For more information, visit: hawaiisaxophonefoundation.org

02/24/2026

Happening TONIGHT!

Admission is FREE!!!