Mana Music Hawaii


Ceremony pricing

Prices start at $1,800

Reception pricing

Prices start at $1,800

Packages

Prices start at $425

Category: Live Band or Ensemble

Type: Mixed chamber ensemble

Genres: Classical

+3 genres


About Mana Music Hawaii

Joshua Nakazawa

Founder and Cellist

Aloha, I'm Joshua Nakazawa, Hawaii Symphony Orchestra cellist and owner of Mana Music Hawaii. Over the past 5 years, Mana Music has accomplished many things such as winning Album of the Year in the 2021 Hoku awards, becoming the trusted partners to the top venues in Hawaii, and performing on stage with some of Hawaii’s most famous stars! Mana Music is a supporter of culture and education in Hawaii, and loves collaborating with others who share similar interests in expression through music. It is our goal as performers to be an extension of your image, ideals, intentions, and feelings through musical expression for any occasion.

-We play all of your requested music! -With our portable sound capabilities we can provide solo-quartet amplification to in ANY location for an audience up to approx. 300 at no additional cost! -All musicians play professionally full time


Services

Services

  • Ceremony microphones and sound
  • Hear us live
  • Master of ceremonies
  • Multiple location support
  • Music during breaks
  • Sound system capability audience <300
  • Sound system capability audience >300

Musical genres

  • Classical
  • Country/Folk
  • Jazz
  • Pop/Top 40s

Event types

  • Cocktail hour
  • Elopement
  • Engagement party
  • Wedding ceremony
  • Wedding reception
  • Welcome party

Mana Music Hawaii packages

String Soloist (Violin, Viola, Cello)

Price$425

Description

One soloist would be a single violinist, or cellist. Soloist for 1 hour Wedding Ceremony; +$125/ hour for every additional hour +$75 for harp or piano Oahu price only

What’s included
  • One musician. Amplification if necessary.

String Duo

Price$675

Description

A string duo works great for more intimate weddings. A common ensemble would be Violin and Cello, or Piano and Cello/Violin +175 for harp/piano +125/musician/ additional hour Oahu Price only

What’s included
  • Two Musicians. Amplification if necessary

String Trio

Price$900

Description

Violn, Viola & Cello 1 Hour Ceremony (Can play most pop quartet repertoire) Great for wanting a more full sound than a duet +$125/musician/additional hour

What’s included
  • 3 Musicians. Amplification if necessary

String Quartet

Price$1,100

Description

The Most Classic Ensemble( Violin, Violin, Viola, Cello) The most repertoire and the fullest sound. 1 Hour ceremony +$125/musician/ additional hour

What’s included
  • 4 musicians. Amplification if needed

Reviews

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    Sara H.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 15, 2026

    Most Amazing Wedding Addition

    Joshua Nakazawa with Mana Music was absolutely amazing as the cellist for our wedding ceremony! Having live cello music was my husband’s number one request, and Joshua delivered above and beyond our expectations. His playing was beautiful, heartfelt, and added such a magical and emotional touch to our ceremony. We received so many compliments from our guests about how incredible he was, and his music truly helped make the moment even more special and memorable. Joshua was talented, professional, and wonderful to work with. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking for exceptional live music for their wedding or special event!


Preferred vendors of Mana Music Hawaii

Planner
Tropical Moon Events
Makawao, HI
Planner
Love Letter Weddings
Venue
Four Seasons
Kapolei, HI

Yes! We can play all requested songs!
We arrive about 1/2 hour or earlier to set up depending on the location and sound requirements.
Mana Music LLC has full General Liability Coverage up to 2Million
All fees listed are flat fees for anywhere on the island of Oahu.
We provide music for both wedding ceremonies and cocktail receptions.