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Presentations & Huaka‘i

Here is a sampling of some of the presentations being offered. Remember conference registration is limited to 2,500 participants and it is on a first-come first-serve basis.

So be sure to register early.

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Presenter: George Holokai
Title: Uncle George Holokai and His Life In Hula

A talk-story time with Master Kumu Hula Uncle George Holokai.  The discussion will focus on his hula tradition and the re-opening of Holokai Hula Studio. He will also discuss his current work with younger Kumu Hula.

Presenter: Veto Baker & Michael Lanakila Casupang
Title: Modern Compositions in Hula Kahiko

This class will focus on a modern composition for the island of Moloka'i. Place names of places visited and experiences shared are the focal point of this mele aloha composed by these Kumu Hula.

Presenter: Kekuewa Kikiloi, Keoni Kauoha
Title: Songs from the Hidden Islands of Kāne

Researching the "Northwest Hawaiian Islands" from the Bishop Museum Archives to the deck of the Hōkūle‘a.  These two young Hawaiian men unlock ancient kaona and nurture their contemporary identities in the continual process of mo‘olelo that links us with our ancestors.  Aloha mai e.

Presenter: Kahauanu Lake, Walter Kawai'ae‘a, Bobo MilesTitle:  Ukulele Songs of Old Hawai‘i

This three-hour workshop is designed to share the music of the Master.  Students will learn four songs, three of which were composed by Kahauanu.  A unique opportunity to sit with the composer and ‘ukulele master himself.  Bring your own ‘ukulele.

Presenter: Pualani Kanahele & Nālani Kanaka’ole
Title: Dressing the Incarnate: Costuming Traditions of Hālau O Kekuhi

Hula is a sacred art manifest. The costuming tradition of Hālau O Kekuhi will be articulated through this presentation. Reliance on dreams, visions, poetry, primal environments will be examined. The traditions guiding the manufacturing, wearing and storage of the ‘a‘ahu hula will also be explicated.

Presenter: Kanu O Ka ‘Āina Charter School
Title: Planning a Hula Drama

Presenters from Kanu O Ka ‘Āina Charter School will guide you through the process of planning a hula drama for students in grades K-12.  This process can be adapted for adult groups and hālau also.

Presenter: Pua Case
Title: Creation Chants

This workshop will share two traditional creation chants and the
accompanying dance for one of them. It is a workshop only open to females providing them  the opportunity to sit in a women's circle of chant and dance. Tape recorders and video cameras are welcome.

In conjunction with the Pagan Pride concert, Pualani Kanahele & Kekuhi Kanahele-Frias give insight into their theory & practice of Hawaiian chant tradition. The primal function and arduous practice training involved, the level of transcendence and connection are to be addressed by intrepid practitioners of this sacred art.

Presenter: Hula Preservation Society
Title: A Tribute To ‘Iolani Luahine

A film about the life and practices of premier hula dancer ‘Iolani Luahine. There will also be a live question and answer time with three Kupuna Hula who knew her well.

Presenter: Kaipo Frias
Title: Ritualizing the Flame

Kaipo Frias will share his outlooks on 23 years of participation in Hālau O Kekuhi focusing on the Hakihaki or "warm-up" exercise within the hālau. This is a rare peek into the esotericisms of the school's deep, inner sanctums. The Kumu Hula of Hālau O Kekuhi have given their permission to explicate the Hakihaki ritual to participants of Hālauaola.

Presenter: Kapulani Landgraf
Title: Nā Wahi Kapu  O Maui

Photographer and author Kapulani Landgraf explains her experiences of photographing Hawaiian cultural, geographical and archaeological sites within the twelve traditional districts of Maui. These wahi kapu binds us to our ancestors, our oral and written traditions, our spiritual world, our land and our indigenous history as well as our future.

HUAKA‘I

Presenter: Clifford Nae‘ole
Title:  Honokahua Burial Site: Preservation is Forever

As Cultural Resources Director for the Ritz Carlton-Kapalua, Clifford Nae’ole straddles two worlds and multiple responsibilities.  No responsibility is as important as the welfare of the iwi kūpuna buried ma kai of the hotel.  This huaka’i will take you to the burial site and help to establish a relationship and responsibility to these and all iwi kūpuna.

Presenter: Ulalia Woodside & Leimomi Thongtrakul
Title: Maui & Hawai‘i: In Love and War

A huaka‘i that will visit Hale Ki‘i & Pihana Heiau and ‘Iao Valley and explore the relationship of the chiefly lines of Maui and Hawai‘i Island. This on-site visit will examine the battles and marriage alliances that connect these two islands to one another from the past and into forever.

Presenter:  Nina Maxwell & Hi‘ilei Maxwell-Juan
Title:  Waihe‘e and Kihawahine

Waihe‘e is the place where the gods came to play. One such god was Kihawahine, an akua and a mo`o. Waihe`e is part of Na Wai Eha and is a place where the chiefs gathered and different events occurred.  We will travel to this place called Waihe`e and be told about the ponds and special akua appearances.

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Presenter: Charles Maxwell
Title: Honokahua…They will never be forgotten.

In the late 1980's and early 1990's, Honokahua brought the most spiritual, cultural and emotional issue to the public…the iwi of our kupuna. This huaka‘i to the sacred site will discuss the historical, spiritual and cultural events associated with the area.  There will also be an opportunity to aloha the kupuna and the place.