Hawaiian Language With Kaliko and Kiele

Language: Kaulana Na Pua

This flash video lesson by Kaliko Beamer Trapp, explores the translation of the classic Hawaiian protest song, "Kaulana Na Pua". The song is also known in Hawaii as the "stone eating song." The composer attempts to rally the native people against the annexation of Hawaii to the United States.

Kaliko explores the meaning of the beautiful, multi-layered lyrics and gives us special insight into the composers thoughts and intentions.

Includes Lyrics & Translation
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Language: Hawaii Aloha

"Hawai'i Aloha" was composed by the Reverend Lorenzo Lyons or "Makua Laiana". Laiana was ordained as a Congregationalist minister at Auburn Seminary, on Sept. 20, 1831. He embarked from New Bedford, Ma. on Nov. 26, 1831 and arrived in the South Kohala district of the island of Hawai‘i in 1832. Laiana became pastor of Imiola Church in Waimea, Hawaii, where Keola's grandparents are buried. He spent the remainder of his life dedicated to native Hawaiians. Fluent in the Hawaiian language, he composed many poems and hymns; his best known and beloved work is the hymn "Hawai'i Aloha".

Kaliko Beamer -Trapp presents this great lesson on a most beautiful classic. If you've spent any time in Hawai'i, you've probably heard this song. Many gatherings and Beamer Concerts in Hawaii conclude with "Hawai'i Aloha", the audience holding hands, singing and swaying to the music.

Here is an in-depth understanding of this beautiful song that you will enjoy for years to come.

Includes Lyrics & Translation

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Language: Native Hawaiian Instruments

Kaliko Beamer-Trapp and Kiele Akana-Gooch teach us about Native Hawaiian Instruments. We learn how to play them, what they sound like, their cultural connections, construction and playing techniques.

Instruments covered are; Ipu, Ipu Heke, Ohe Hano Ihu, Ka'eke'eke, ukeke, oioi and 'ili'ili.

Increase your awareness, appreciation and enjoyment of Hawaiian music.

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