The fifth annual Carmen Hulu Lindsey Leo Haʻihaʻi Falsetto Contest was held at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, drawing nine competitors internationally. The event is part of the 2026 Festivals of Aloha, which spans more than 20 cultural events across Maui Nui.
- Pōʻai Lincoln won the falsetto competition with 384 points, performing at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea.
- The contest celebrates leo haʻihaʻi, a traditional Hawaiian vocal technique, and is named for Maui entertainer and OHA trustee Carmen Hulu Lindsey.
- The 2026 Festivals of Aloha features more than 20 events across Maui Nui celebrating Hawaiian music, language, and cultural traditions.
- Competitors traveled from across Hawaii, the U.S. mainland, and Japan, highlighting the event’s draw for visitors to the island.
Source: Maui News
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