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The Kanikapila Collective

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About The Kanikapila Collective

Bringing the sunny isles of Hawaii to you!
Acoustic trio
Yateley
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Bringing the sunny isles of Hawaii to you! Matthew Quilliam’s Kanikapila Collective authentically captures the uplifting tones of a Hawaiian band, armed with an infectious rhythm, feel-good songs and endless charm. Perfect for something different and fun at your event, the collective is available in a variety of configurations from a 3-piece band for the full effect, a more compact 2-piece option or a roaming solo ukulele player. We even partner up with a Hawaiian dance troupe to help really complete that tropical feel! Perhaps you might enjoy some tropical Hawaiian tunes, or some foot-tapping 30s & 40s swing, or a right up-to-date selection of classic and current hits. Matthew can play a wide range of fun songs from throughout the decades ensuring there is something for everyone! The collective have serenaded for a great variety of clinets, such as at the University of West London, Wyboston Lakes Resort and a number of private weddings and parties across the UK

The Kanikapila Collective's Reviews

From customers:

KG
Kai, G
1 year ago

We absolutely loved you! The way you were able to switch between the songs so effortlessly was unbelievable, you are a true talent. We would recommend you to any one out there looking for a musician. Thank you and good luck

IC
Imperial L
2 years ago

We were absolutely over the moon that you could join us and make our function so special! I know all my colleagues were delighted with how the evening went which was down to you all!

The Kanikapila Collective's Song list

HAWAIIAN SONGS
The Hukilau Song
Hula Girl
Hapa-Haole Meldey
Guava Jam
Hanalei Moon
Aloha Oe
and dozens more!
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POP SONGS
House of Gold 21 Pilots
Somewhere Over the Rainbow Israel Kamakawiwoʻole
I Can't Help Falling in Love With You Elvis Presley
Come On Eileen Dexy's Midnight Runners
It Must Be Love Madness
Half the World Away Oasis
Let It Be The Beatles
Wake Me Up Avicci
Space Oddity David Bowie
Johnny B. Goode Chuck Berry
Never Gonna Give You Up Rick Astley
September Earth, Wind & Fire
Hound Dog Elvis Presley
Take On Me Ah-ha!
Blame it on the Boogie Jackson Five
As Lights Fall Alan Parsons
You Should Be Dancing Bee Gees
Agadoo Black Lace
Brown Eyed Girl Van Morrison
King of the Swingers Jungle Book/Disney
Fly Me to the Moon Frank Sinatra
Don't You Want Me Baby Human League
The Room Where It Happened Hamilton
Don't Look Back in Anger Oasis
I'm Yours Jason Mraz
Can't Take My Eyes Off of You Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons
La Bamba Ritchie Vallens
Everyday Buddy Holly
Imagine John Lennon
Pure Imagination Charlie & the Chocolate Factory
Pencil Full of Lead Paolo Nutini
Copacabana Barry Manilow
House of Fun Madness
Reet Petite Jackie Wilson
Isn't She Lovely Stevie Wonder
Hey Jude The Beatles
Piano Man Billy Joel
Don't Stop Me Now Queen
Mr Blue Sky ELO
Red Red Wine UB40
I'm Still Standing Elton John
Something Got Me Started Simply Red
Baggy Trousers Madness
Sweet Caroline Neil Diamond
In the Summertime Mungo Jerry
Dance the Night Away The Mavericks
Riptide Vance Joy
Dancing in the Moonlight Toploader
Under the Sea Little Mermaid/Disney
Dreadlock Holiday 10cc
Walk Like an Egyptian The Bangles
I'm a Believer The Monkees
Little Bit of Love Jack Johnson
Hotel California The Eagles
Murder on the Dance Floor Sophie Ellis-Baxter
Wuthering Heights Kate Bush
Crazy Little Thing Called Love Queen
Waterloo ABBA
Thank You for the Music ABBA
Staying Alive Bee Gees
Perfect Ed Sheeran
A Team Ed Sheeran
I Saw Her Stranding There The Beatles
Twist and Shout The Beatles
Yellow Submarine The Beatles
Stand By Me Ben E King
L.I.F.E.G.O.E.S.O.N Noah and the Whale
Mr Brightside The Killers
Gold Spandau Ballet
High Lighthouse Family
Don't Stop Believin' Journey
I Only Wanna Be With You Bay City Rollers
Happy Talk Captain Sensible
How Long Will I Love The Waterboys
Your Love is Lifting Me Higher Jackie Wilson
Let It Be The Beatles
Sanremo Mika
Grace Kelly Mika
Rotterdam The Beautiful South
Better Together Jack Johnson
Take Me Home Country Roads John Denver
Good Vibrations Beach Boys
Ain't No Mountain High Enough
Can't Hurry Love Phil Collins
Crocodile Rock Elton John
Top of the World The Carpenters
9 to 5 Dolly Parton
You Really Got Me The Kinks
Mrs Robinson Simon and Garfunkel
Wake Me Up Before You Go Go Wham
Africa TOTO
Every Breath You Take The Police
I Wanna Dance With Somebody Whitney Houston
Skyfall Adele
Shine Take That
The Chain Fleetwood Mac
Could You Be Loved Bob Marley
I Know I'm Not the Only One Sam Smith
Love Yourself Justin Bieber
Locomotion Kylie Monogue
Vienna Billy Joel
Always a Woman to Me Billy Joel
Daydream Believer The Monkees
Wonderful Oasis
Rocket Man Elton John
You're the One That I Want Grease
You Are My Sunshine Johnny Cash
Just the Two of Us Bill Withers
Life On Mars David Bowie
Don't Worry About a Thing Bobby Marlin
Careless Whisper Wham/George Michael
Billie Jean Michael Jackson
All Star Smash Mouth
What a Wonderful World Louis Armstrong
Cheek to Cheek Louis Armstrong
L.O.V.E. Nat King Cole
Pennies From Heaven Louis Prima
Girl from Ipanema Jobim
All of Me John Mayer
Girl Put Your Records On
To Make You Feel My Love Adele
Is This Love Bob Marley
Always a Woman To Me Billy Joel
Just the Way You Are Billy Joel
Dancing Queen ABBA
When I'm Cleaning Windows George Formby
Leaning on a Lamppost George Formby
Gimme Gimme Gimme A Man After Midnight ABBA
Money Money Money ABBA
She's My Man Scissor Sisters
Mrs Robinson Simon & Garfunkel
Wonderwall Oasis
Wake Me Up Avicci
Pretty Woman Roy Orbison
You Got It Roy Orbison
The Model Kraftwerk
Ob-La-Di Ob-La-Da The Beatles
Can You Feel the Love Tonight? Elton John
Save the Last Dance For Me Michael Buble
A Thousand Years Christina Perri
Country Roads Take Me Home
At Last Etta James
I Wanna Dance With Somebody Whitney Houston
Uptown Funk Bruno Mars
Your Song Elton John
La Vie En Rose Traditional
Bohemian Rhapsody Queen
Yellow Coldplay
Thinking Outloud Ed Sheeran
God Only Knows The Beach Boys
And more!

The Kanikapila Collective's Prices

Last updated: 2026

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
DurationPrice
Up to 1 hour£600
Up to 2 hours£1050
Up to 3 hours£1840
Packages
Wedding ceremony3 musicians1 hour 45 minutes
This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.
£600
Drinks reception3 musicians2 hours 45 minutes
Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception
£1050
Wedding ceremony + Drinks reception + Dinner3 musicians4 hours 45 minutes
- Music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. - 2 x 45 min performances at the drinks reception. - 2 x 45 min performances as dinner is being served.
£2820

Add-ons

New songs learnt
+£35
DJ set
+£375
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

We love to make people smile through music! They always enjoy our upbeat songs choices that make for a good time.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Our members have collectively performed at festivals, theatres, cruise ships and hotels across the world.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Too many to count, we love all music! Prominent Hawaiian artists are up there, from Dan Ho to Jake Shimabakuro, Israel Kamakawiwa'ole to Ohta San, and loads more.

Do you have different line-up options?

Our standard line-up is a 3 piece Hawaiian band: ukulele/vocalist, acoustic guitar and double bass. This is our fullest sound perfect for providing upbeat tunes all day long. We can reduce down to just ukulele and guitar or ukulele and bass for a more cost-aware set-up, as well as being perfect for roaming amongst the crowd.

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

We can be flexible and will always do our best to accommodate any changes to the plan after the booking.

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

This is really popular and we can absolutely provide this for you. We can run a playlist of music of your choosing (it doesn't have to be Hawaiian!) to keep the party going all night long.

How much time do you need to set up?

We like to arrive nice and early to have plenty of time to set up before the crowds arrive. Up to 1.5 hours would be plenty.

Can you roam around while you perform?

Our ukulele and guitar duo is best set up for roaming, which is great fun for ad hoc interactions with the crowd.

Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?

Our set lists are crafted from countless performances and learning what works best to ensure guests dance and have an amazing time. However, we're definitely happy to chat through and make sure we find what works for your event

Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA & lighting) included in your quote?

Yes, as is a standard set up time.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

If there's a song you are desperate for us to play, which isn't currently on our repertoire list, we can certainly arrange to learn it for you.
Musicianship
Genres:
Hawaiian music, World music, Polynesian music, Pop, Acoustic, Swing
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Event types:
Wedding, Virtual event, Wedding proposal, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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