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On WeddingWire since 2013

Providing Live Music, Polynesian Entertainment, and DJ Services for Weddings and Special Events.

  • Pacific Islander-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for wedding ceremony music?

$450

What is the starting price for wedding DJ services?

$2,500

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$3,900

What is included in the starting price?

MC

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sound/PA System

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$3,000

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Acapella
Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Instrumental - Trio
Soloist / Vocalist

What is included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Consultation
Sound/PA System
MC
Microphones

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3

What is the starting price for uplighting?

$500

What instruments does your group play?

Drums
Guitar

What music genres do you specialize in?

Club
Country
Hip Hop
Oldies
Pop
R&B/Soul
Rock
Top 40

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Instrumentals
Learn New Songs
Liability Insurance
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Vocals

What additional equipment do you offer?

Uplighting
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Any other questions?

Reviews of Bula Music & Performing Arts

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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Bula Music and his team, including Ash, received stellar reviews for their exceptional service and entertainment provided at weddings. Bula's talents as both a musician and DJ were consistently praised, with guests enjoying live performances during ceremonies and engaging DJ sets for receptions. The team's professionalism, responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to adapt to unique requests were highlighted, making wedding planning stress-free and memorable. The duo's ability to create a magical atmosphere, entertain guests of all ages, and exceed expectations left a lasting impression on couples, with many highly recommending Bula Music for weddings and events.

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Bula Music and his team, including Ash, received stellar reviews for their exceptional service and entertainment provided at weddings. Bula's talents as both a musician and DJ were consistently praised, with guests enjoying live performances during ceremonies and engaging DJ sets for receptions. The team's professionalism, responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to adapt to unique requests were highlighted, making wedding planning stress-free and memorable. The duo's ability to create a magical atmosphere, entertain guests of all ages, and exceed expectations left a lasting impression on couples, with many highly recommending Bula Music for weddings and events.

Michael
Michael M. Sent on 03/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST Wedding Entertainer!

My now husband, Bryan, and I knew we wanted a live singer and ukulele player to perform for our Kauai wedding ceremony and reception, but little did we know we would land the best entertainer in Hawaii! After a lot of research, I came across Bula’s YouTube account and was instantly mesmerized by his smooth voice, his outstanding ukulele and guitar abilities, his hyped MC and DJ sets, and his team of some of the most skilled hula and fire knife dancers I have ever seen. The best part was all of these things were combined into just one entertainment package!

We were ecstatic to find out Bula was available for our wedding date, and we opted for a package that included it all! The process leading up to the wedding was extremely organized thanks to Bula’s wife, Ash. She provided a very detailed questionnaire for us to complete to get to know us better as a couple. Additionally, we set up a virtual call the week before the wedding to iron out last-minute details and timelines. One thing that I found especially attractive about Bula’s package was the seamless travel and accommodation arrangements. Bula’s team took care of their own flights, housing, and transportation of equipment from the Big Island to Kauai.

Fast forward to the wedding day, and all I can say is WOW! Everything about Bula and his team far exceeded our expectations. Hearing Bula sing as our wedding party walked down the aisle had me in tears. I have listened to our processional songs on Bula’s YouTube channel nonstop since our wedding. The hula show was one of our favorite parts of the day. At the end of the show, the two dancers brought me and Bryan up to teach us some hula moves, and it was a blast! I don’t think we have ever laughed as hard.

When it came time to open the dance floor, Bula knew how to get the entire room to our feet. We absolutely loved the music selection and smooth song transitions. There was nonstop dancing for hours, and our guests couldn’t stop talking about how great Bula’s DJing was. We ended the night with two members of Bula’s team doing the best fire knife dance I have ever seen! They brought me up and let me touch the flame with my finger, hand, and mouth.

To sum it up, you NEED to have Bula be a part of your wedding. They travel to the different Hawaiian Islands and even the US mainland, so there’s no reason not to!
Saya&PJ
Saya Sent on 07/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Delightful & versatile singer/guitarist & DJ!

We are thrilled to have Bula as our ceremony musician & reception DJ at our wedding. If I could give him 6 stars, I would! Bula sang and played the acoustic guitar during our ceremony; he also gently underscored some portions of the ceremony on guitar. Several of my guests commented on how beautiful his musicianship was. Bula then transformed into a DJ for our reception with his own lighting equipment! He made our first dance look magical with his lighting. We got married on a windy beach where sound could've been an issue, but Bula made us sound great.

His manager (and lovely wife) Ash was super responsive in the lead up to our wedding. Right when we booked Bula she sent over his extensive library of songs he recommends for processional, recessional, grand entrance, etc. Then a few weeks before the wedding, she sent us a detailed document to fill out where we were able to communicate our must-play songs, music genres we like, exact wording to use when announcing us a couple... We were pretty hands-on and specific about what we wanted, but it seems like Bula & Ash would also be great for a couple who wants to hand off music decisions to the experts.

Bula and Ash were so fantastic -- friendly, professional, communicative, and great at what they do. Cannot recommend this duo highly enough!!
Annaliese
Annaliese P. Sent on 05/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A Wedding Luao to Remember for a Lifetime

I cannot speak highly enough of the exceptional service provided by Bula and their team for our special event. From the moment we reached out, they were incredibly responsive and accommodating, making the entire planning process a breeze. Their attention to detail was evident when they provided us with an extremely comprehensive schedule for the day of the event, ensuring everything ran smoothly.

Despite having to travel from the Big island with their team and all their equipment, they arrived on Maui seamlessly and were fully prepared to handle our unique needs. With two different locations boasting varying power requirements, they expertly set up without a hitch, alleviating any concerns we had.

The live music provided by Bula was nothing short of amazing. They perfectly set the tone for both our ceremony and reception, with music that resonated with our guests so much that they didn't want to leave the dance floor. Bula effortlessly incorporated all of our suggestions, ensuring that our vision was brought to life flawlessly. Additionally, my husband had a special surprise song he sang during his vows and Bula supported with live music making it truly special and unique. The conch shell during the ceremony literally brought our guests to tears (happy ones) and the hula and fire shows were absolutely breathtaking and a must. It truly was a highlight for us. Last, but not least, the lei greeters really helped set the tone for the beginning of the ceremony which was also loved by us and all of our guests.

Moreover, their team was an absolute pleasure to work with. Their professionalism, combined with their warm and friendly demeanor, made the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. I wholeheartedly recommend Bula to anyone in need of top-notch entertainment for their event. They truly exceeded all expectations and made our day unforgettable. They truly brought the “ha” (breath of life) to our event and hope to have an excuse to work with them again.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

Team

Bula Akamu
Bula Akamu
Owner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Solace Weddings Solace Weddings Wedding Videographers

A great company to work with. We highly recommend. Thank you Solace Weddings LLC

Hawaii Sound & Vision Hawaii Sound & Vision Wedding DJs

We work with dozens of musicians on the Big Island. Few of them match the pure talent and professionalism of Bula Akamu. We are honored to book him for our most valued clients. Bula brings a wonderful burst of aloha to events big and small. He is the perfect choice for your wedding ceremony, cocktail hour and reception.

Karen Loudon Photography Karen Loudon Photography Wedding Photographers

Bula has performed acoustic guitar and sung at many weddings I that have photographed. He is a friendly and accommodating guy with an outstanding talent and wonderful "presence". He is very versatile - from authentic "Island" music to soulful mainstream music. He is VERY GOOD!!! I have also noticed that he always arrives early . . . and ready to perform. I cannot say enough about Bulai!!!!"

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