Charlie Ahuna is 15 and is a proud descendant of Joseph Kekuku, the inventor of the Hawaiian steel guitar.
Charlie was introduced to the steel guitar by his grandpa, Joe Ahuna, in December, 2024.
After learning about an opportunity to perform in Italy, he began lessons with Alan Akaka and has since performed at international festivals in Italy and South Korea, proudly carrying on his family's musical legacy.
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