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Sless & Inglis: Pedal Steel & Slack Key Guitar

Sless & Inglis: Pedal Steel & Slack Key Guitar

Sunday, January 11, 2026
Starts at 7pm
Run time: 90 minutes with no intermission

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Presented by ProArts Playhouse and Aloha Growers

After a mutual friend set them up with what was meant to be a one-off duet performance in January 2024, their chemistry was immediate and undeniable. It was clear from the start that Barry Sless and Stephen Inglis had found the right ingredients for a special musical dish. Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar and the Pedal Steel share many deep roots, but are seldom if ever heard together.
Their maiden voyage included traditional Hawaiian songs, Inglis originals, favorites from the Grateful Dead and Dylan songbooks played with a Hawaiian style and much more. Both Barry, Stephen and everyone in attendance agreed that the music felt effortless, captivating, vibrant and full. It was clear that this would be the first of many shows to come. Since that maiden voyage the pair has toured California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska and Hawaii and have continued to expand their repertoire. Barry has been making frequent trips to the Hawaiian islands over the past few decades as a member of The David Nelson Band and other acts, which has kindled his love of Hawaiian music. He was a frequent member of Phil Lesh’s touring bands from the early 2000’s and currently tours as a member of Bobby Weir and Wolf Bros, Moonalice, and continues in the 31st year of David Nelson Band.
Born and raised in Honolulu, Stephen plays Grammy-nominated Hawaiian slack key and is equally at home playing improv-rock on the electric guitar. He is the 2021 recipient of the Ki Hōʻalu Legacy Award (honoring those who perpetuate the art of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar) giving him his third nod at the Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards; Hawaiʻiʻs highest musical honor. One of those is for the duet album with the legendary Dennis Kamakahi; Waimaka Helelei, which is on permanent display at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC. Barely out of his teens, Stephen formed a group with legendary Grateful Dead drummer, Bill Kreutzmann. Each performance promises to offer high level artistry hosting an intimate evening of original compositions, Grateful Dead and Bob Dylan interpretations, and dynamic improvisations that span genres.

Ticket Pricing
Premium:
$42.40 Extra large and comfy front row seats from A1 to A6 with side tables
Preferred:
$37.10 Best-view seating in either the front row (seats A7 to A15) OR the front row of any elevated section
Regular:
$26.50
Slightly-Obstructed View:
$21.20
Teen and Keiki discounts!
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ProArts Theater
26-42
07:00 PM - 08:30 PM on Sun, 11 Jan 2026

Event Supported By

ProArts Playhouse
808-463-6550
info@proartsmaui.org

Artist Group Info

info@proartsmaui.org
ProArts Theater
1280 S Kihei Rd, Azeka Makai Center
Kihei, Hawaii 96753
8084636550
lin@proartsmaui.org