Class Descriptions

2010 WORKSHOPS & SEMINARS  

      
You may select a class for every available time slot over the three days (8 total, plus general opening session). You may select up to SIX hula and/or skill workshops. You may select as many seminars as you wish. You may also leave a period blank, if you want free time.


IMPORTANT NOTES FOR CONFEREES

SKILL LEVELS: Be careful when deciding if you are beginner, intermediate or advanced. Anyone is welcome to take any class, but these levels give you a better chance at success and enjoyment in the class, if you choose honestly. A beginner may never have taken hula, or may be a beginner dancer wishing to review the basic foot and handwork, or learn a simple hula. An intermediate dancer knows basic foot and handwork, has learned many hula, but may not have experience with implements, complicated motions or performance. An advanced dancer is experienced in all aspects of the dance and wishes to add to that experience by learning other hula traditions or dances. You might be an advanced hula 'auana dancer, but a beginner at hula kahiko.

IMPLEMENTS: If the workshop requires you to use an implement, such as pu’ili, ‘uli’uli, ‘ili’ili, ipu, etc., you must bring it to class. You may bring it from home, or purchase at our vendor mall at the conference.

HO`IKE PERFORMANCES: In Hawaiian, "HO`IKE" is performing something you have learned. Some hula workshops are designated “HO'IKE” on Friday and Saturday. These workshops provide the opportunity for the student dancers to join the kumu hula at their Waikiki hula show that same night to ho’ike or perform the hula learned in the workshop. These performances are optional, and anyone can take the workshop whether they perform or not.

TWO-PART CLASSES: Be careful in signing up for classes with two parts. These classes require you to take both parts:

For Mike Kop's 'Uli'uli (Feather Rattle) Skill Workshop, PART I is presented on Friday at 10:30. PART II is offered on Sunday at 10:30. You must take both parts to complete the implement.

For Mike Kop's `Ipu Heke (Double Gourd Drum) Skill Workshop, PART I is presented on Friday at 2:00. PART II is offered on Sunday at 2:00. You must take both parts to complete the implement.

CRAFT MATERIALS COST: For some craft classes, such as implement-making, a materials kit will be provided for each student. The cost is to be paid cash to the teacher, in US currency, at the time of the class. See class description for cost.

JAPANESE TRANSLATION: Because of the large proportion of hula students from Japan, translators will be provided in the hula workshops. Where possible and practical, printed material such as outlines and lyric sheets will be available in Japanese. All seminars will offer simultaneous Japanese translation or interpretation using ear receivers.

AUDIO RECORDING, PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO: Audio recording IS ALLOWED in hula workshops and lectures. No photography or videotaping is allowed in any lecture or workshop. Pictures and video may be taken outside of class time, with the kumu or classmates, and at all public performances such as the hula shows and the Kanikapila.

CLOTHING: Dress comfortably, wear a pa’u (hula skirt) or loose-fitting pants. Shoes will be removed at the door of each classroom for hula workshops. For performances (ho’ike), bring a pretty long Hawaiian mu’umu’u for ‘auana and white T-shirt and pa`u (hula skirt) for kahiko. We encourage you to buy a Conference T-Shirt for hula kahiko performances, but it is not required.

MISCELLANEOUS: All hula workshops are in carpeted rooms. Kumu hula will use microphones. Water is available in dispensers throughout the hallways.



Karen Ka`ohulani Aiu

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 `Auana Intermediate "Kaulana O Kawaihae"
This mele by Kailihune Alama Naai, tells of the area where Kawaihae harbor is now on Hawai`i Island. High behind it, Mauna Kea rises. Although the sea is a whispering one, there was an islet there in ancient times that was taken away by a tsunami. It was known as Puakailima, where ilima flowers for chiefly lei were grown.

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Seminar “Hula: Culture or Commercial?” with Ku`uipo Kumukahi
Join cultural experts Ku`uipo and Karen with special guests as they explore the role of hula in our world today. Perhaps a controversial topic, but one necessary for all of us to address. There is no right or wrong answer, but much to discuss. With the evolving times, how does hula impact the community? Are we still retaining the culture, knowing hula has become a commodity? Whether a kumu hula who makes a living through hula, a producer of hula shows or student of hula, this is an important subject. We will look at the purpose hula in the old days as well as now. Once hula was called on to share history or genealogy, to tell the story of a people. Now it is more likely requested as entertainment. We will also discuss the Importance of hula lineage and identity. Questions and comments will be encouraged.

Cy M. Bridges

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 pm Hula Kahiko Intermediate/Advanced “Kakuhihewa”
A very intriguing chant for the great chief of O`ahu, Kakuhihewa. His reign was a time of peace and prosperity and he is the chief most often associated with O`ahu in song and chant. This mele praises him and makes symbolic reference to many flowers and plants, such as the foreign camellia, lehua, `ohelo and the small-leaved maile of Ka`ala. Your kumu will explain the meaning of this complex poetry as he teaches the motions.

Afternoon 2:00-4:00 pm Hula Kahiko Beginner “A Kona Hema”
This chant was originally written for Queen Emma, but when King David Kalakaua ascended the throne, many of her chants were re-fashioned in his honor. It tells of the king at South Kona and surrounding districts, with a vista of clouds on the mountaintop and the whispering sea at mid-tide.

T. Kaleika`apuni “Harmony” Brighter

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 - Hula `Auana Beginner "Expression in Hula"
Learn from this master of expression how to use your eyes and hands to convey the emotions of the hula – how to connect with your audience and touch their hearts -- and how to dance with grace and confidence.

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 - Hula `Auana Intermediate "Expression in Hula"
Learn from this master of expression how to use your eyes and hands to convey the emotions of the hula – how to connect with your audience and touch their hearts -- and how to dance with grace and confidence.

Charlene Kalae Campbell

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 Skill Workshop Ti Leaf Skirt-Making “Pa`u La`i Sampler” MATERIALS $20
Learn to debone, prepare and tie ti leaves with several methods for making an authentic and professional ti-leaf shirt (Pa`u la`i). You will make a 50-leaf sampler you can dry and keep for reference in the future. These techniques guarantee your skirts will have flexibility and “swing,” but will be strong enough to survive long periods of vigorous dancing and twirling without splitting or coming apart. Ti leaves can be sent fresh to any place from Hawai`i for skirt-making.

Maelia Loebenstein Carter

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Hula `Auana Intermediate  (Description to come)
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 pm Hula `Auana Advanced  (Description to come)

Tiare Noelani Chang

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 Hula Kahiko Intermediate/Advanced “O Ka'ala Ka I Ulu Kapa'aha I Luna” IMPLEMENT: Single 'Uli`uli
This mele is in honor of Kaleleonalani (Queen Emma). It is a chant that speaks of a Huaka'i (journey) that the Queen takes around the island of O`ahu. It mentions her horse-drawn carriage, comparing it to a Nautilus Shell. The 'Apuakea rains of the Ko'olau Range, the area of Mololani and also the blossoms of the 'Ahihi, predominant in the area of Nu'uanu, are mentioned in this descriptive chant. You must bring your own implement to this class.

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Hula `Auana Beginner “Honolulu Harbor”
Mary Kealiiaukai Robins composed this popular hula song, describing Honolulu Harbor when the Aloha Tower was completed in 1928. The harbor was a hub of activity for O`ahu then, because all travel and commercial transport took place by sea. The mele describes the beacon light of the tower and the observation deck on top, where laua`e fern were hung in baskets, scenting the air.

April Chock

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Hula `Auana Intermediate “Hanauma”
A favorite from the creative duo of Mary Kawena Pukui and Maddy K. Lam, this song sings the virtues of the landmark Hanauma Bay on O`ahu, with its winding road down to a wide, sandy beach. For generations, Hawaiian families have ventured to Hanauma to spend the day under the kiawe trees, enjoying the breezes and lovely protected ocean.

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Hula `Auana Beginner “Kipukai”
This joyful song speaks of the Jack Waterhouse estate on Kaua`i, with Haupu mountain rising up, and the ocean crashing below on Kuahonu (Turtleback) Point. It mentions the peacocks which strutted on the grounds under the kiawe trees. Mostly, it praises the hospitality of its owner, who always opened his home to visitors for good food and good times.

Momi Cruz-Losano

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Hula Kahiko Beginner “A Ko`olau”
A widely-known chant from the saga of Pele and Hi`iaka, this hula pahu (drum dance) expresses a difficult portion of Hi`iaka’s journey from Hawai`i Island to Kaua`i to fetch Lohi`au for her sister. As Hi`iaka crosses the Ko`olau mountain range of O`ahu, she is met with a downpour bringing a stinging rain, blinding wind and muddy wet trails. These are obstacles she overcomes, as she is determined in her mission.

Saturday 20 November 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Hula `Auana Intermediate “Holo Wa`apa”
Let’s you and I go for a canoe ride, where the movements of the paddle in the water, the rocking of the canoe on the ocean waves, reminds of other, more intimate activities that can be done together. This is a rousing song with a snappy hula that will get your blood going, and bring a knowing smile to those who understand the meaning of its lyrics!

Rae Fonseca

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 Hula Kahiko Intermediate/Advanced “Auhea Wale Ana `Oe E”
This chant, written for Queen Kamamalu, portrays the queen as Ka Pua Hau o Maleka (snowy white blossom of America) as it speaks of her travels abroad with her husband, King Kamehameha II.  It asks the question, "Where are you?", as it searches for our queen in places like Niagara Falls, Russia, Asia and finally England, where she and her husband tragically died from measles.  A mele of beautiful expressions which will attract the admiration of any beholder.

Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Hula `Auana Advanced "Ka Leo Manu O Hawai`i"
This mele was written by Katherine Maunakea in 1958, to honor "Hawai`i's Songbird" Lena Machado. Her career spanned from the 1920's through 1960's -- singing, performing, and recording. She composed more than 60 songs, most of which remain popular classics today. Lena Machado wrote Hawaiian songs with a deep knowledge of the Hawaiian language, and interpreted them in a pleasing falsetto voice. She toured the world performing for presidents and kings. Learn about Lena Machado and pay tribute to a Hawaiian icon with this lovely hula.

Ainsley Halemanu

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Hula Kahiko Beginner “Kai O Mamala” HO`IKE
This is a love chant set on the island of O`ahu. Mamala is the name of the channel leading into Honolulu Harbor. The chant is dedicated to Kalakaua, and while it is performed in many versions, this one is good for beginners or anyone wishing to learn a classic standard. Dancers may ho`ike, or perform this hula at kumu’s Waikiki hula show the same night.

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Skill Workshop Lei Making “Lei Po`o (head garland)” MATERIALS $15.
Perhaps the most dramatic of all lei, often seen in ancient hula, this lei po`o (head lei) is made in the haku style with ti-leaves and the fragrant laua'e fern. Kumu will share much long-forgotten knowledge about the usage of these well-loved plants in medicinal, ornamental, burial and poetic applications. You will make a head lei (lei po`o) to wear.

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Skill Workshop "Ni`ihau Shell Earrings" MATERIALS $40.
Learn the signature style of shell stringing from the island of Ni`ihau. As you make your own earrings, Kumu will share the background of this rare art, and of the highly sought-after tiny Ni`ihau shells. You will use authentic pre-sorted and pierced white Ni`ihau momi shells in the classic pikake 2-string tying style. Choose earring clips or pierced ear fittings.

Kapi`olani Ha`o

Friday 19 Nov 2010 Morning 10:30-12:30 Hula `Auana Intermediate “Ka Pua O Ka Makahala” HO`IKE
Composed by Katie Stevens I`i, the grandmother of Vicki I'i Rodrigues, this is a complicated song of love and change. The lover is likened to the Makahala blossom and asked to come pass the time together, as in the days of youth and beauty. But there is a problem in this relationship and she wonders what really keeps them together -- .
Dancers may ho`ike, or perform this hula at kumu’s Waikiki hula show the same night.

Sunday 21 Nov 2010 Morning 8:00-10:00 Hula `Auana Intermediate "Ka Nani A`o Ka`u"
Composed by hula master, singer and songwriter George Lanakilakeikiahialii Naope, this mele describes the beauty of Ka`u, at the southern end of Hawai`i Island. When Hawai`i became a state, Ka`u became the southernmost point in the United States. The song tells of the deep water pool of Palahemo, the waves breaking at Kaulana, Kalae with its lighthouse, and the mysterious currents in the sea around it. Happiness, love and affection for a historic and unique place. Uncle George, who passed on last year, was Kumu Kapiolani's own uncle and kumu hula, so she expresses a deep knowing of his work.

Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Hula `Auana Intermediate “Ka Wai Lehua”
Composed in 1982 by Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett, this mele has become a classic favorite for its lilting melody, hypnotic flow and lovely images. It tells of rain falling, bringing lehua blossoms down to dance on the sea. As the rain returns to the sea, two become one and the cycle is complete.

Leimomi Ho

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Hula `Auana Beginner “He U`i” HO`IKE
This popular hula song by Danny Kua`ana opens by saying, “You are beautiful to behold.” He compares the object of his affection to the hinano blossom, held high in the sun. Perhaps she uses her beauty to tantalize, as he mentions her winking and begs not to be teased. Still, in his eyes, she is someone to be held and carressed. Dancers may ho`ike, or perform this hula at kumu’s Waikiki hula show the same night.

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Hula `Auana Advanced “Nani Wale”
This traditional favorite hula song exclaims “Nani wale ku`u ‘ike” – you are beautiful in my sight. This is not a shy love song, but a rousing declaration of love, saying, “Your voice excites me … come and be with me!”

Calvin Hoe

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Skill Workshop “’Ohe Hano ‘Ihu (Hawaiian Nose Flute) Make and Play” MATERIALS $5.
Ohe Hano 'Ihu is the Hawaiian Nose Flute, a bamboo tube with holes, played like most flutes with fingers working the holes, but instead of using the mouth to produce air flow, the nose is used to blow into the flute, producing a haunting, distinct sound. In this workshop you will make your own flute with Hawaiian designs, learn its history and stories, how to play it and compose music with it -- all from the world's foremost expert on the nose flute.

Dodie Holmes & John Aiwohi

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Hula Kahiko Intermediate/Advanced "Ia 'Oe E Ka La"
A famous chant which describes King Kalakaua’s historic sea voyage around the world, to establish foreign relations and place the Kingdom of Hawaii firmly in the world of nations. It mentions the Himalayas and Mt. Fuji, the “fragrant mountain,” and sings praises to this bold king venturing forth for the good of his people. This version is from the hula tradition of Mr. Joseph `Ilala`ole, (as taught to Wai`ale`ale by Kimo Alama Keaulana as taught to him by Aunty Adelaine Maunupau Lee). It is unchanged from the original.

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 Hula `Auana Intermediate "Ia 'Oe E Ka La"
This song is from a famous chant which describes King Kalakaua’s historic sea voyage around the world, to establish foreign relations and place the Kingdom of Hawaii firmly in the world of nations. It mentions the Himalayas and Mt. Fuji, the “fragrant mountain,” and sings praises to this bold king venturing forth for the good of his people. This `auana version is exactly as it was taught by kumu hula Maiki Aiu-Lake.

Hula Preservation Society

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Seminar “HPS Presents: Voices of Our Kupuna” video presentation
This 80-minute video features a panel discussion with esteemed kupuna Kumu Hula Uncle George Naope, Auntie Nona Beamer, and Auntie Kahili Long Cummings. Come immerse yourself in the spirit of these cherished hula elders. This panel program was presented by Hula Preservation Society on the island of Maui in July 2005.

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 Seminar “HPS Presents: Come Experience the Hula `Ohe (Nose Flute Hula)”
The Hula `Ohe (or Nose Flute Hula) is an extremely rare form of ancient hula, difficult to learn and even more challenging to master. This morning’s session gives you the chance to experience what it is like to learn the individual parts that comprise the Hula `Ohe, and how demanding it is to combine the flutes, hand movements, and formations. Presented by Hula Preservation Society.

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 Seminar “HPS Presents: A Comparison of Three Hula Styles: Beamer, Naope, and Kalani”
This morning’s session features three women from three distinct hula schools. Kumu Maile Loo carries on the “Beamer Style” of hula as taught by her hanai mother Aunte Nona, Kumu Iwalani Kalima embodies the training of her lifelong teacher Uncle George Naope, and Moanalani Beamer, daughter-in-law of Auntie Nona, perpetuates the stylings of her childhood Kumu on Maui, Uncle Robert Kalani. For the first time, see these three seasoned dancers in a side-by-side comparison of their hula styles, and their respective approaches to body positioning, choreography, and presentation. Presented by Hula Preservation Society.

Kulaniakea (Lani Girl) Kaleiki-AhLo

Friday 19 November 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 - Hula Kahiko Intermediate/Advanced "Aina Maika`i A O Waipi`o" HO`IKE
This mele is a modern day chant about an ancient place, written by Akoni Malacas of Waipi`o Valley in 1983. It tells of the beauty of present and past Hamakua Coast, and its "Valley of the Kings," Waipio. Composed in honor of Kamehameha the Great, the mele praises how he kept his dignity, and the dignity of his people and his land. Dancers may ho`ike, or perform this hula at kumu’s Waikiki hula show the same night.

Saturday 20 November 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 - Hula `Auana Intermediate “Moku O Keawe”
A descriptive, lilting song of a trip to the American continent, written by by Emalia Kaihumua, court dancer to King Kalakaua. She journeyed in winter, and was pinched by the cold which, she says in the lyric, urged her to go home. She decided Hawai`i was the best place to be.  Your kumu’s halau, Ilima Hula Studio, won first place at Merrie Monarch with this hula in the 1970’s, when Lani Girl’s late mother, Louise Kaleiki, was the kumu hula.

Iwalani Kalima

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Hula `Auana Advanced "Kuhio Bay"
This song, written by Keliana Bishaw, celebrates the beautiful places of Hilo on Hawai`I Island, from the lovely area of Waiakea, out to Mokuola island drenched by rain, and up to Wai Anuenue (Rainbow Falls), famous to all the visitors and the source of waters which flow down to wet the plains. A vibrant mele about a vibrant place.

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Hula Kahiko Intermediate/Advanced "E Ho`i Ke Aloha I Ni`ihau"
“Love returns to Ni`ihau” in the person of Kapiolani, and in this mele the signature places of that tiny island are described: the hidden waters of the pao`o fish, the breadfruit of the flatlands and sugar cane which is dug out of the sand. It also mentions nearby Nihoa and Kaua`i islands. A namesong for Kapiolani.

Colsen "Ina" Kanei

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 - Hula `Auana Intermediate “Kona Kai Opua”
This mele by Henry Waiau, from an old chant, tells of a love affair between Kamehameha II and a woman of rank, describing Kona at sunset, with its calm sea, fluffy cloud banks, majestic Hualalai mountain, and the children chanting “Na`u!” to hold the warm sun back from setting.

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 - Hula Kahiko Beginner “Ula Noweo” HO`IKE
A traditional chant that praises the beauty of Kauai, in honor of Queen Emma. It opens with the brilliant ilima orange of the sky at sunset, and names such places as Nohili and Hanalei, as well as the mythical Ho`ohie, with it’s deepest dark green forest. A mele full of color and imagery. Dancers may ho`ike, or perform this hula at kumu’s Waikiki hula show the same night.

Ku`ualohanui Kauli`a

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 – Skill Workshop “Oli (Chant) Beginner"
An introduction to the Hawaiian art of chant, from one of Hawaii's finest chanters and composers, using his own compositions. Kumu Kauli`a is writing a chant for beginners which will be taught for the first time at this workshop.

Morning 10:30-12:30 – Skill Workshop “Oli (Chant) Intermediate
Continuing study of the Hawaiian art of chant, from one of Hawaii's finest chanters and composers, using his own composition. Kumu Kauli`a is writing a chant appropriate for the intermediate level. It will be taught for the first time at this workshop.

Kimo Alama Keaulana

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Seminar "Hula After the `Ai Noa"
After the `Ai Noa, or breaking of the eating kapu, when the national religion of ancient Hawaii was toppled by Kaahumanu and high priest Hewahewa, it is popularly thought hula was virtually lost until its restoration by King David Kalakaua, the "Merrie Monarch." In fact, hula did continue during this time, and in this seminar you will learn the true details of hula in this period.

Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Hula Kahiko Intermediate/Advanced "Ma Pelukia Ko Lei Nani"
A standing `olapa describing the magnificence of the jewelled crown of King Kalakaua's consort, Kapiolani, on the occasion of her coronation in 1883. Although the crown was ordered from London, there are many "crown chants" for her which mention other exotic places of origin, such as Italy. This particular chant credits Prussia as the place where the crown was fashioned. It appears these exaggerations were meant to demonstrate the high esteem in which Queen Kapiolani was held.

Mike Kop

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Skill Workshop "`Uli`uli (Feather Rattle)" PART I MATERIALS $50
Make a single feather rattling implement, the ‘uli’uli, with this master implement crafter and teacher, in a two-part workshop. This implement is often used in seated, self-accompanied hula kahiko, and also in standing hula kahiko. Includes history and background, how to play and take care of the implement. Feather-work cap will be started in Part I of the class, and may be continued on your own in the interval between Part I and Part II. A variety of feather colors will be available. You can use the implement with or without the feather cap. This is a two-part class, finishing Sunday 10:30- 12:30. You must take Part I and Part II to complete this workshop.

Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Skill Workshop "Ipu Heke (Double Gourd Drum)” PART I MATERIALS $75
Make your own double gourd drum, the classic Ipu Heke, with one of Hawaii’s finest implement makers. This instrument is used to accompany oneself or other dancers as ho`opa`a. Made of two gourds, the top and bottom much be matched, then sealed together. Size is small to medium. You will make a braided rope handle to complete the implement. This is a two-part class, finishing Sunday at 2:00-4:00. You must take Part I and Part II to complete this workshop.

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Skill Workshop "Ipu Hula (Single Gourd Drum)" MATERIALS $27
Make your own single gourd drum, the Ipu Hula, also known as Ipu `Ohe, or Ipu Heke `Ole, used as a dance implement, with one of Hawaii's finest implement makers. Made of a single gourd, with the top cut off. Size is medium 27-29 inches circumference.

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Skill Workshop "`Uli`uli (Feather Rattle)" PART II
In which you complete making a single feather rattling implement, the ‘uli’uli. You must have taken Part I on Friday.

Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Skill Workshop "Ipu Heke (Double Gourd Drum)” PART II
In which you complete making an ipu heke double gourd drum. You must have taken Part I on Friday.

Ku`uipo Kumukahi

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Seminar “Hula: Culture or Commercial?” with Karen Aiu
Join cultural experts Ku`uipo and Karen with special guests as they explore the role of hula in our world today. Perhaps a controversial topic, but one necessary for all of us to address. There is no right or wrong answer, but much to discuss. With the evolving times, how does hula impact the community? Are we still retaining the culture, knowing hula has become a commodity? Whether a kumu hula who makes a living through hula, a producer of hula shows or student of hula, this is an important subject. We will look at the purpose hula in the old days as well as now. Once hula was called on to share history or genealogy, to tell the story of a people. Now it is more likely requested as entertainment. We will also discuss the Importance of hula lineage and identity. Questions and comments will be encouraged.

Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Seminar (sing and play along) “Na Mele O Hawai`I (Songs of Hawai`i Island)”
Join this award-winning recording artist and composer in exploring, learning and playing songs of Hawai`i Island. This island is rich with history and culture, resulting in a wealth of songs from such places as Kona, Puna, Hilo, Hamakua, Waipi`o, Waimea and the three mountains. The vast ranchlands gave us paniolo (Hawaiian cowboys) and Pele gave us the volcano. And of course, there is Hilo’s rain. Don't miss this rare opportunity to learn Hawaiian songs from a “Big Island” native. You are invited to bring your ‘ukulele and play as well as sing along, but it is not required.

Anthony La`akapu-a-Kawailani Lenchanko

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 Skill Workshop Advanced Oli (Chant)
The olioli kaholo with anuunuu will be shared through two mele. The mele hookipa, O ua ao noweo ula ka pua o ke aalii, welcomes a guest and extends an offer of hospitality. The mele inoa alii, Pua i lehua ka makani, recalls the Queen consort's endearing love for Ka Moi Kalakaua. Kapiolani composed this mele kanaenae while His Majesty completed a world tour on state affairs.

Morning 10:30-12:30 Hula Kahiko Beginner “O Lanakila Ke Kaaahi Alii” IMPLEMENT: Single `Uli`uli
This is a hula `uli`uli honoring the heir apparent, Liliuokalani, as her entourage traveled on the steam train Lanakila from Honolulu throughout the leeward districts of Oahu. The Crown Princess was much beloved, as witnessed by the multitudes that greeted her along her route. This hula is being taught in honor of Uncle George Naope, a much revered icon of Hawaii and the world. You must bring your own implement to this class.

Joan S. Lindsey

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 - Hula `Auana Beginner “Royal Hawaiian Hotel"
This famous song was written by Mary Keliiaukai Robins for the grand opening of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel in 1927. It describes the luxurious carpets and velvet beds, glittering arches, marble walls and the murmuring sea bringing the scent of Waikiki’s signature seaweed, limu lipoa, to the sandy beach.

Afternoon 2:00-4:00 - Hula `Auana Intermediate “Kapilina” HO`IKE
In this song, composer Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett borrows from an ancient Hawaiian ka`ao, or recited story with song, of the beautiful woman hidden in a house of golden feathers in the misty uplands. It describes simply and evocatively the arrival of beloved Laieikawai, attended by the mountain forest birds elepaio, `apapane and `i`iwi polena. Describing this classical mythic figure of ancient Hawaii, the mele is also a love song for anyone longing for the unattainable object of their affection. Dancers may ho`ike, or perform this hula at kumu’s Waikiki hula show the same night.

Keawe Lopes

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 - Hula `Auana Intermediate “Kawaihae Hula” HO`IKE
Kawaihae Hula was composed by the famed "Falsetto Poet," Bill Aliiloa Lincoln, who was a native of the Kohala district on the island of Hawaii. In this mele, he memorializes a small island that was once located in the bay of Kawaihae. As a result of the 1946 tidal wave, the island collapsed and the surf, known as Ka'ewa has not been the same. In this mele, Uncle Bill also takes us to the home of Poli'ahu, the one responsible for the beautiful snow that blankets the slopes of Mauna Kea. Dancers may ho`ike, or perform this hula at kumu’s Waikiki hula show the same night.

Tracie Farias Lopes

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 - Hula `Auana Intermediate “Pualeialoha”
Pualeialoha was composed by Bill Aliiloa Lincoln for Alice Fredlund, one of the famous Halekulani Girls. Alice Fredlund was a composer, too, and her composition "Kahealani" is a popular mele around the world. Alice Fredlund's husband Bill Fredlund was the owner of Bell Records here in Hawaii and Bill Aliiloa Lincoln was the first artist to be recorded. In this mele Uncle Bill says, "My eyes are allured by the beauty of this flower and her voice is lovely to behold."

Afternoon 2:00-4:00 - Hula `Auana Intermediate “Aloha Nuuanu”
Aloha Nuuanu is a composition of Emma Paishon and takes us to the verdant valley of Nuuanu. The valley is scented by the awapuhi or the ginger that grow in abundance up in the valley. The upland of Moelana is graced by waterfalls whose mist caress the cliffs. "So is the refrain of this song, beloved is the road that leads up and through the valley of Nuuanu.”

Noelani Mahoe

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 - Seminar “Favorite Hula Songs” (sing and play along)
Come learn some of our favorite traditional hula songs with one of Hawai`i's most renowned music experts and singing teachers. We will continue from last year, adding new songs to your hula music repertoire. Sing along, bring `ukulele (optional).

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 - Hula Kahiko Intermediate/Advanced “No Luna”
From the Pele and Hi`iaka Saga. "Kahalekai is in the heights above the tree-root steps" where Hi`iaka goes to ask a goddess to calm the seas she must cross. She likens the strong, feminine lehua tree to her dear friend Hopoe, and is alarmed that the rough seas may portend destruction from the wrath of Pele.

Hi‘ilei Maxwell-Juan

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 - Hula `Auana Advanced “Kipahulu”
Written Jeff Rasmussen and Carl Hoku Rasmussen. Speaks about the southern most part of the island of Maui, with its beautiful mountains and fragrant breezes. The song expresses how enjoyable it is to visit this area, and how it makes every visitor feel at home.

Morning 10:30-12:30 - Hula Kahiko Beginner “Kau'iki”
This chant is taken from the mele also called Kau'iki. The chant is a shorter version of 5 verses compared to the mele which has 14. This is from Johnny Nobles’ collection Hawaiian Hula. This mele was dedicated to the lighthouse of Kau'iki in Hana Maui. It expresses love for Kau`iki and how it reaches seaward like a bird, and of ever-present rainbows arching over the sea, since every day Akua (God) waters that area with rain.

Twyla Mendez

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Hula `Auana Intermediate “Pua `Iliahi” IMPLEMENT: Double `Uli`uli HO`IKE
An up-tempo and challenging hula to a wonderful song by Bill Aliiloa Lincoln, likening a loved one to the fragrant sandlewood blossom. Once abundant in Hawai`i, the sandalwood forests were cut and sold during the reign of Kamehameha I to provide income, and now are rare to see. The song contains many lovely images: the breadfruit grove, the kiss of the sea, the dewdrops of love. Dancers may ho`ike, or perform this hula at kumu’s Waikiki hula show the same night. You must bring your own implements to this class.

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Hula `Auana Intermediate “Hanauma”
A favorite from the creative duo of Mary Kawena Pukui and Maddy K. Lam, this song sings the virtues of the landmark Hanauma Bay on O`ahu, with its winding road down to a wide, sandy beach. For generations, Hawaiian families have ventured to Hanauma to spend the day under the kiawe trees, enjoying the breezes and lovely protected ocean.

Derek Nu`uhiwa

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 Hula `Auana Advanced “Papakolea”
A traditional favorite song that describes the Hawaiian community near Punchbowl in Honolulu, known for its abundance of plumeria trees and strong sense of community. The song says that from its heights can be seen the rains of Manoa and the plain of Makiki below, where sweethearts are stringing a lei (symbolic for lovemaking). This is a lively hula about a wonderful place.

Morning 10:30-12:30 Hula `Auana Intermediate “Nani Venuse”
A lovely song for the planet Venus, written by Mary Kawena Pukui and Maddy K. Lam. Venus, bright in the sky, so bright its light reflects off the cloudbanks on the horizon, bringing memories of love. Enjoy the magical, mystical beauty of Nani Venuse. This song is found on the “Makani `Olu`olu” CD by Na Palapalai.

Michael Pili Pang

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 - Hula `Auana Intermediate “Heavenly Hawai`i”
In this hapa-haole tribute to our beautiful islands, composer Peggy Weaver says, "Heavenly Hawai`i, you cast your magic spell on me ... land of every golden dream." She describes the island music, fragrant flowers, graceful palms, gentle breezes, silky sands, oceans blue and blazing sunsets -- giving the hula dancer much to express. If you love Hawai`i, this is the hula for you! Recorded by Kahauanu Lake Trio on the CD reissue of "Kuliaikanu`u."

Afternoon 2:00-4:00 – Seminar “Living the Legacy of Maiki Aiu Lake”
Led by Kumu Hula Michael Pili Pang, the discussion will focus on our training as a “hula dancer” under our teacher Maiki Aiu Lake. The members of the panel have danced for Mrs. Lake during the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. Much of their training and performing took place prior to the popularity of the hula and the wave of competition. All have gone through the ritual of an `uniki and still continue to dance or teach. This discussion and dance-enthnology study brings to light what it was to be a dancer during the Statehood Years, prior to the Hawaiian Renaissance; who Maiki Aiu Lake was as an artist, teacher and person; Mrs. Lake’s teaching methods, technique and style; hula before the popularity of competition; and, the favorable and unfavorable conditions of hula as commercial art.

Kale Pawai

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 - Hula `Auana Beginner “Kane'ohe” HO`IKE
Written in the 1930's to commemorate the installation of electricity at Kaneohe, the mele also tells of a delightful love affair on the windward side of Oahu. It is up-tempo and expressive, describing the areas including Heeia and Mokapu, and the chilly Koolau mountain range. Dancers may ho`ike, or perform this hula at kumu’s Waikiki hula show the same night.

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 - Hula Kahiko Beginner “Ke Ao Nani” IMPLEMENT `Ili`ili
This chant describes the beauty of the natural world, above and below, on land and on sea, as seen thru the eyes of the innocent (na keiki). You must bring your own implement to this class.

Shirley Recca

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Hula `Auana Intermediate "Holiday Hula" HO`IKE
With a lively swing melody, this hapa-haole mele by R. Alex Anderson celebrates holidays - a perfect hula to learn in November with the winter festivities approaching! It says, "Now is the time for music all over the house," paper hats, whistles, singing and celebrating! A wonderful fun hula to share with friends, family or any audience. Dancers may ho`ike, or perform this hula at kumu’s Waikiki hula show the same night.

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Hula Kahiko Beginner "Aia `O Pele I Hawai`I"
From the saga of Tutu Pele, the goddess of the volcano, this descriptive chant says, “Pele is in Hawai`i,” rumbling and devouring the Puna area, her flames reflecting over the hills, even as far as Maui. This chant is dedicated to Pele’s sister, Hi`iaka. It is a classic, simple hula, yet lively and emotional.

Aukele Siangco

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Hula `Auana Intermediate "Home Kapaka"
This hula standard, written by Milla Petersen & Maddy Lam for a family home in Kapaka district, near Hau`ula, describes a place of beauty and hospitality. It mentions the lapping sea, the scent of limu, and the landmark Kaliuwa`a (Sacred Falls) in the deeply carved valley.

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Hula `Auana Advanced "Panini Puakea" IMPLEMENT: Ipu Hula (Single Gourd)
The blind composer John K. Almeida found other ways to “see” the women in his life, often comparing them to flowers and describing their scent and feel. In this song, the woman is perhaps unattainable, because she is a white flower of the prickly cactus plant. A white flower whose nectar is so sweet one cannot resist her. You must bring your own implement to this class.

Pohai Souza

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 - Hula `Auana Beginner “Hanohano Olinda”
Written by the famous Maui composer, Alice Johnson for the plantation manager’s home in upcountry Maui. The place name of Olinda, Maui gets its name from the Spanish words “ O linda vista” meaning “ Oh! What a beautiful view.” The mele describes the brisk uplands, so chilly the air pinches your skin. But warmth is found by the fire.

Afternoon 2:00-4:00 - Hula `Auana Intermediate “Ha’aheo Kaimanahila”
A song written and composed by the dynamic duo of Mary Kawena Pukui and Maddy Lam for the Diamond Head light house. It stands high as a guardian of the sea, caressed by wafting breezes, scented by the limu lipoa in the sea below, a proud landmark of the island.

Earl Pamai Tenn

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Skill Workshop, and
Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 Skill Workshop

"Beats of the Ipu Gourd Drum" IMPLEMENT: Ipu or Ipu Heke (single or double gourd drum).
Learn the skill of accompanying dancers with an ipu or ipu heke (single or double gourd drum). With emphasis on the matching of footwork to drumbeats, you will also learn basic hula kahiko steps, along with hand positions and posture. You will learn basic drumbeats on the ipu and understand the responsibility of the drummer to keep time and proper pace for the dancer. The accompanying chanting will not be emphasized in this class. Recommended for those interested in hula kahiko who have never tried it, or those who want to perfect their basic stance, movement and drumbeats. In the style of hula master Henry Pa, kumu hula of Pamai Tenn. You must bring your own implement to this class.

Kailihiwa “Hiwa” Vaughan-Darval

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Hula `Auana Advanced “Kaimuki Hula”
A snappy upbeat hula composed by Alice Rikard of Kaimuki telling of a “love affair” and the gossip that is “traveling on the wind”. There is wind (gossip) in every verse, travelling through the district, in one verse drawing tears, in another bringing rain to fade a feather lei (loved one). You can even hear a telephone ringing, probably bringing more news. There is a lot going on in Kaimuki!

Afternoon 2:00-4:00 Hula `Auana Intermediate “Ka Beauty A O Manoa”
This Na Hoku Hanohano (“Hawaiian Grammy”) award-winning song was composed and recorded by kumu hula Tony Conjugacion. It tells of all the precious things that we sometimes overlook in the rush of our lives. That awareness was encouraged by one of the composer’s hula mentors, Maiki Aiu Lake, who at the time had her halau at St. Francis High School, located in the beautiful valley of Manoa.

Ipolani Vaughan

Friday 19 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Skill Workshop "Shell Lei" MATERIALS $30
Using the same intricate double-tied method Ni`ihau islanders use for their fine jewelry with tiny shells, this workshop will use over 200 tiny dove shells which are pre-drilled for stringing, to make a beautiful shell lei for you to take. Once you learn this method you will be able to apply it to authentic and valuable Ni’ihau shells in the future.

Saturday 20 Nov 2010
Morning 10:30-12:30 Skill Workshop "`Olelo Hawai`i (Hawaiian Language)" MATERIALS $20
For beginners or to refresh. This is a specialized method of teaching Hawaiian that will have you conversing in Hawaiian right away. Utilizing color and certain other tools, language is taught intuitively -- and you can come to it from any other language, without knowing English. Materials include tools and textbook to continue learning at home.

Sallie Yoza

Sunday 21 Nov 2010
Morning 8:00-10:00 - Hula `Auana Beginner "Lahela Ku'u Poki'i (Rachel, My Little One)"
This song by Vicki I'i Rodrigues and Lovely Lui Conn speaks about Aunty Vicki’s daughter, Rachel Kanekolia Rodrigues, when she was a child. Together, the composers Saturday and recalled the many happy times in Rachel's youth and how her sparking eyes and smile endeared her to all.

Morning 10:30-12:30 - Hula `Auana Intermediate “Hilo One”
This traditional song is about Sweet Emalia or Emalia Kaihumua, who was a dancer in the court of King Kalakaua. A mele ho`oipoipo, or love song, which takes place at Hilo One (Sands of Hilo), describing with some mystery the love between Sweet Emalia, Henry and possibly another suitor who is not so lucky. With references to the `i`iwi polena bird and lehua buds, this mele is full of symbolism and double meanings.

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