This compilation is a mirror to past fairs, culled from hours of recordings. Pure Heart (now defunct) performs "Moloka'i Sweet Home," the Malani Bilyeu original, dating back to 1999, bringing bird calls to the scene and reminding fans of the sweet joys of this now-only-a-memory group. This one has historical significance: It's the group's only live rendering on a CD.

The three most recent cuts are from 2007, including Kelly "Boy" DeLima 'Ohana's "Whatcha Talking 'Bout," complete with a gentle reggae flavor; Kaipo's "Trouble in the World," with its spell of lament; and Shawn Ishimoto & Friends' "Change the World," giving a new edge to the familiar tune.

Chant provides a measure of cheer and optimism on "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow," the classic from Carole King and Gerry Goffin; and Bruce Hamada with Jim Howard and Brandon Tucay render the lone instrumental,"F.S.R. (For Sonny Rollins)," with a creative and comforting jazz bounce. Azure McCall and Tennyson Stephens provide more organic jazz riffs with "Basia Medley" combining "Time and Tide" with "Astrud" — two voices, two tunes, a triumph on how it's supposed to be done.

Other acts represented: Weldon Kekauoha and Tapa Groove, whose "Freestyle" is the lively opening track; Kona's "Why Now"; Round and Round's "Round and Round"; Thick Tubes' "6 Men"; and Opihi Pickers' "Victim."

The Vol. 1 in the CD title suggests more to come, presumably based on how this maiden voyage fares. Fred B. Li produced and engineered; CDs are $15, available at www.iolanistore.org/faircdvol1.html. Note: This year's fair is happening April 18 to 19.

"Settle Down" is a snappy item worth checking out — a smidgen of flashback pop and blues, with participation by Imua Garza.

That's not to demean Moe Keale, who strums on "Moonglow," or Kelly DeLima plucking away on "Leimomi," or Brittni Paiva finding a niche on "Inspiration." Legends are folks who've put in the time, did combat-and-connect work on the road, established a huge following, and still command and earn respect for tireless leadership through performances and recordings.

Sure, Troy Fernandez finds patriotic sparks on "Stars & Stripes Forever/Koni Au," and Bryan Tolentino extracts memories of yesteryear with "Ka 'Ukulele Lele." But "legend" belongs to such esteemed mentors as Herb Ohta (Sr.), Eddie Kamae, Roy Sakuma and yes, Aunty Genoa Keawe. The gathering here perform with flair and finesse, but aren't true 'ukulele legends — yet.