I came across an absolutely delightful Polynesian Wedding Singer today. His name is Pat “Palika” Enos. He is located in Southern California and services California and Las Vegas! He can sing alone or with his small group of singers. He plays the ukulele too. I contacted him today and he sent me some information. The email he sent is as follows:
For the actual wedding ceremony, I perform solo. I arrive early enough to play tasteful Polynesian selections as the family and guests are seated and awaiting the start of the processional. A song is sung for each of the bridal party as they march down the aisle, then for the bride I announce her commencement with the blowing of the pu (shell). The most requested song for her usually is me singing ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’. However, sometime during the ceremony I will sing the traditional ‘Hawaiian Wedding Song’ (made famous throughout the world by Elvis Presley in his movie ‘Blue Hawaii’). The cost of me doing the ceremony is $375.
After the ceremony, I suggest using my trio to sing Hawaiian and other Polynesian songs for the reception. We will play continuously for two and a half hours, and if you like, we could add a hula dancer. The dancer is fun if you want her to have some of your family and friends join her in the ‘Hukilau Song’, and maybe do a Tahitian number or two. We will bring our pa system for the reception, which you may also use for guest speakers toasting the bride and groom. For my trio to perform for the reception, the cost is $485. If this does not meet your budget, I could do very well with just my bass player accompanying me. The cost of a duet for your reception will be $385. Please add $125 for each hula dancer. And last but not least, I have done the cocktail reception solo. (Cost may vary depending on location)
If you are interested in having him perform at your wedding or event, you can book him with one of our photo or video packages, or you can book him directly by email at palika@socal.rr.com or by phone at 949.283.9255
I will be posting a sample of his music for you soon. You can also email me at rene@images4eternity.com and I will send you an MP3 via email for you to check out….
Mahalo!
