Jake Shimabukuro
Keynote Speaker: Japanese-American Ukulele Virtuoso & Composer
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Jake Shimabukuro Biography
Jake Shimabukuro, a composer and ukulele virtuoso hailing from Honolulu, Hawaii, has established a reputation for his distinctive fusion of varied musical elements. Incorporating jazz, blues, funk, rock, bluegrass, classical, folk, and flamenco into his compositions, Shimabukuro's complex finger work sets him apart in his field. This unique approach led to the creation of numerous original compositions, including soundtracks for two Japanese films. His talent for the ukulele caught international attention in 2006 when a video of Shimabukuro performing a intricate rendition of "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" went viral on YouTube.
Following the viral success of his performance, Shimabukuro's career soared to new heights. He engaged in numerous concerts, collaborated with eminent musicians, made multiple media appearances, and delved into music production. This period of his career was captured in the 2012 documentary "Jake Shimabukuro: Life on Four Strings". Previously, as a member of the band Pure Heart, Shimabukuro had already tasted success, bagging multiple Na Hoku Hanohano Awards, a testament to his musical prowess.
Shimabukuro has released several solo albums and has extensively toured in Japan. His music is released in Japan by Sony Japan, and in Hawaii by his own label, Hitchhike Records. Recognized for his exceptional ukulele skills.
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Jake Shimabukuro is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Inspirational, Television & Film and Author.
Where does Jake Shimabukuro travel from?
Jake Shimabukuro generally travels from Honolulu, HI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Jake Shimabukuro?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jake Shimabukuro for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jake Shimabukuro for your next private or corporate function.
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Jake Shimabukuro is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music, Inspirational and Television & Film. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jake Shimabukuro for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jake Shimabukuro generally travels from Honolulu, HI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Kai Lenny, Andri Magnason and Jon Acuff. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jake Shimabukuro for an upcoming event.
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PBS Arts : Jake Shimabukuro: Life on Four Strings
Jake Shimabukuro: Life on Four Strings is a compelling portrait of an inspiring and inventive musician whose virtuoso skills on the ukulele have transformed all ...
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How do I book Jake Shimabukuro to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jake Shimabukuro for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Jake Shimabukuro, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jake Shimabukuro or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Jake Shimabukuro for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Jake Shimabukuro, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jake Shimabukuro are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jake Shimabukuro, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Jake Shimabukuro speak about?
Jake Shimabukuro is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Inspirational, Television & Film and Author. -
Where does Jake Shimabukuro travel from?
Jake Shimabukuro generally travels from Honolulu, HI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Jake Shimabukuro?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jake Shimabukuro for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jake Shimabukuro for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Jake Shimabukuro or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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