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About
Hula
Hula comes from the heart and soul of the Hawaiian people. Before
there was a Hawaiian written language...there was hula. The Hawaiian
culture has a very strong oral tradition. Hula is still perpetuating their
history. It is performed at most special occasions on the Islands including:
birthdays, graduations, weddings, funerals, etc. The dance can be an
expression of inner thoughts & emotions, historical & political
story-telling or the exploits of the many goddesses and gods which are
everywhere throughout the Islands of Hawaii including the most famous
goddess...PELE, goddess of fire and volcanoes. Hula can be in
different forms including: significant traditional chants with
or without Hula
implements. Hula Kahiko can be either moving or kneeling. Hula 'Auana
(Modern Hula) is choreographed
dances to songs with music and words usually accompanied by guitar or
Ukulele. Whatever the form or contents of
the Hula, the dancer and musicians perform it with the utmost respect, love,
sincerity and compassion for all involved...the Hawaiian people call
this “Aloha Spirit”. It is a way of life and lived not only in dance but
everyday. Aloha nui loa...Kumu Ka'iulani
"What is Aloha Spirit?"
By Victoria Ka'iulani Visiko
Aloha Spirit is a way of life. A wellness inside of you...a love of life filled with love, compassion, kindness, passion and strength. The Hawaiian Hula brings all of these ingredients together with movement. Hula tells life's story...no matter what the subject. The Hula dancer must bring the story to life with believability and intensity. Aloha Spirit...wellness of body, mind and spirit. Copyright © October 2004 by Gallery Kauai. All rights reserved.
>Have respect for your Kumu hula. >Always be considerate of your Hula sisters & brothers. >Do not disrupt class sessions or your fellow students. >Arrive on time for your lesson or rehearsal and be ready to work. >Students must say Kunihi Ka Mauna before entering the Hula space. >Students must say the Aloha Chant to leave. >Be patient! >The most important aspect of a Hula practice is the process of learning. >Be humble. As you advance, always remember those who have gone before you. Do not boast and do not look down on others less advanced than you. >No Gossiping! >Do not critique or try to teach your fellow students. >Students are not allowed to teach Hula until given permission by the Kumu. >Students are not allowed to perform Kumu Ka'iulani’s chants or dances without written permission from Gallery Kaua'i. >No food or drinks allowed in the studio. Water bottles allowed only on carpeted area. >For females- Pa’u and shirt are worn during Hula >For males-Shorts (not gym shorts) and shirt are worn during Hula. >For parents-Please do not instruct your child (children) on Hula technique or Hula dances at home. >Be compassionate to others & live with the Aloha Spirit. Gallery Kauai, Center for Hawaiian Studies & Performing Arts 1560 Jefferson Rd. Rochester, NY 14623 585-427-2290 or 585-385-8735 |
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