HONOLULU (KHON) – Stage fright? Not for Kaika and Lilia Quinores.

The brother-sister duo has been mesmerizing audiences across Hawaii, blending the sounds of the ukulele with the graceful movements of hula.

At just 13 years old, Kaika is already an award-winning ukulele musician, while his 9-year-old sister, Lilia, captivates crowds with her hula performances.

These young talents have showcased their skills at major events, including the Honolulu Festival, where they wowed attendees with their passion and precision.

For Kaika, performing is about more than just playing music; it’s about bringing joy to others.

“What inspires me is the ukulele itself, getting to perform, and the idea of putting smiles on people’s faces doing something I enjoy,” he said.

“I like to express my feelings and make other people happy,” Lilia added.

Their journey into Hawaiian music and dance began with a simple suggestion from their mother.

Kaika picked up the ukulele as a way to connect with the culture, while Lilia found hula after a brief stint in ballet—an experience she admits didn’t go as planned.

“My mom signed me up for ballet, and it didn’t really work out,” she laughed. “When the music started, I started to scream, but I was only three years old.”

A switch to hula, however, was a perfect fit. Now, she trains every Saturday with Ka Hale I o Kahala under the guidance of Kumu Hula Auntie Lei, whom she credits as a major influence in her love for dance.

Meanwhile, Kaika dedicates an impressive 21 hours a week to mastering his ukulele skills.

But for these siblings, performing isn’t just a hobby—it’s a mission.

“I really enjoy performing with my sister because we get to spread the culture of Hawaii together,” Kaika said. “Our eventual goal is to travel around the world and share Hawaiian culture with people everywhere.”

Japan is at the top of their wish list for sharing their culture.

The duo dreams of one day performing there, not just to entertain international audiences but to play for their grandparents who live in the country.

With talent, dedication, and a deep love for their heritage, Kaika and Lilia Quinores are proving that the future of Hawaiian music and dance is in good hands.