The Royal Hawaiian Band has a long tradition of sharing Hawaiʻi's music with the world. Once known as the “King’s Band,” this group of musicians was put together by King Kamehameha III and performed for state occasions, funerals and parades.

The Royal Hawaiian Band presents free concerts on the ʻIolani Palace Grounds most Fridays from noon-1pm. Learn more about the Royal Hawaiian Band and their performance schedule here: www.rhb-music.com

The Royal Hawaiian Band, ca. 1887
Photo: Hawaiʻi State Archives

The Royal Hawaiian Band on Palace steps in 1998
Photo: The Friends of the Royal Hawaiian Band website