Brittni Paiva

Brittni Paiva (born Brittni Kahealani Paiva in Hilo, Hawaiʻi) is a multi‑award‑winning Hawaiian musician, composer, producer, and ʻukulele virtuoso known for expanding the musical possibilities of the ʻukulele across genres including jazz, pop, rock, and world music. She began her music training on piano at age four, then took up the ʻukulele at age 11, quickly gaining recognition for her remarkable technique and musical depth. 

Brittni has released several acclaimed albums, winning multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards including Most Promising Artist early in her career and later accolades for Ukulele Album of the Year and Instrumental Composition of the Year. She has performed internationally, collaborated with artists like Carlos Santana, Tommy Emmanuel, and Tom Scott, and helped lead the global resurgence of the ʻukulele as a serious instrument in contemporary music.

Her recent work includes award‑winning compositions and collaborations with Slack Key ‘Ohana and new releases like her single Winter Things, reaffirming her place as one of Hawaiʻi’s most innovative musicians.