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Pupule
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 Posted - 04/26/2004 : 9:34:17 PM
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However, we did see and hear Auntie Genoa in a much more respectful setting - Carnegie Hall in NYC - where she was given a standing ovation and everyone hung on her every word. Andy and Lynette were there, too and can vouch for how wonderful that night was.
Very memorable show. Also notable, after the show, Auntie walked barefoot on the streets of New York city all the way to her hotel! Don't know about you, but no way I'm going to walk the NY streets without shoes!quote:
Originally posted by BWOP
And (sorry to beat this horse, Andy), he WAS born in New Jersey. That could explain a few things.
And to BWOP - how come you keep track of all those from New Jersey!?!? I didn't know that. Good factoid. Guess I can never aspire to be the flashiest NJ slack key guitarist with Makana and Barry Flanagan around.  |
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huiohana
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Posted - 04/26/2004 : 11:38:03 PM
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Aloha e Reid,
Ae, that is something I have learned about going to a show by the pool side. Although it is annoying to us, who are there to listen to the nahenahe sounds, I do keep in mind that some of those "table hoppers" are Aunty's long time patrons who probably only see each other once in blue moon or at Aunty's shows. As a veteran of the pool side shows, I know to get there early to get a stool at the bar overlooking the beautiful sight of Waikiki Beach. Also, try to be right in line with one of the speaker's. It is perfect because it is also the usual path that the entertainers exit stage and I can wala'au and even take some pics before releasing them back into the crowd. For me, whenever I can get a chance to see my idols, I don't let anything try to rain on my parade. Especially if it's free. A hui hou, Keali'i. |
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David
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Posted - 04/27/2004 : 10:06:23 AM
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Keali'i, I'm really enjoying your presence here!! Thanks for the recalling the story of young Matt at your home. It's personal observations like this that make this place special.
I saw Makana about four years ago at a slack key Festival. Almost immediately I was grabbed by the feeling that he was utterly musical down to his bones. I also gained that sense that he had that polite local way about him, which made the experience that much more enjoyable. Frankly, I got the same feeling seeing Hui Ohana ... all three of them. Such flow and talent! The combination of outstanding musicicanship with Dennis' falsetto was striking. Must be something in the water, because I've experienced this feeling a number of times in the slack key field.
I wish Makana well. He could be a legend in the making. |
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huiohana
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Posted - 04/27/2004 : 1:39:21 PM
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Mahalo Brada David,
It is one of my favorite times and will always cherish the moment. I had planned on writing it in "Share your favorite story..." thread but here was pretty appropriate.
About you seeing Uncle Led, Dennis and Ned in concert. Is there enough to share with us on the "Share your fav..."? Although I loved everyones story, a Hui Ohana story takes front and center with my ears. Even it is a short story. Please consider. If it is something you want to keep to yourself as memories, this Hawaiian will understand. Mahalo again. A hui hou, Keali'i. |
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David
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Posted - 04/28/2004 : 1:14:09 PM
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Thanks Keali'i,
I try put something together. This was ages ago and you have me recalling all sorts of experiences. It was very moving though, and Dennis's voice truly enlightened me about this world of trad. Hawaiian music and falsetto singing.
mahalo,
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huiohana
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Posted - 04/28/2004 : 1:38:00 PM
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Aloha Brada David,
I felt, and still do, the same as you do about uncle Dennis. He got me interested, and continued pursuit, in Traditional Hawaiian Music. As you may know, they called him the Golden voice of Hawaii(it seems there are so many Hawaiian musicians called the "Golden" voice, yeah?...Eddie Kekaula etc.) So my wife and I named one of my sons "Golden". Our daughters name is "Kahealani", after one of Hui Ohana'a song of which Dennis was at one his all-time best with his Leo ki'eki'e. Honestly, if there was such a thing as "Man" love without sounding too "G*Y", that's what I got.(Hope I'm not stirring up somebody else's feelings with that one...if I did, Sorry, Andy!!!)
I was blessed to have been able to catch uncle Dennis in about 10 shows before he left to be with akua. Each time he,(just like uncle Led and Ned), was the coolest Hawaiian there was. And his singing was so effortless and nahenahe. He sang a version of "Pohakuloa" that blew Gary Haleamau out of the water. And I love Gary's version. Uncle Dennis was the man and I would love my keiki to have half as much voice as he did. And if they don't ...I still got his records and memories.
Aloha a hui hou, Keali'i. |
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Stacey
Lokahi
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Posted - 04/28/2004 : 4:13:16 PM
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huiohana sez:quote:
Honestly, if there was such a thing as "Man" love without sounding too "G*Y", that's what I got.
Aloha Keali'i,
That doesn't sound homo at all. I think it's a very beautiful thing to say. Dennis' singing truly does touch the soul.
And what exquisite names you've given your children! |
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huiohana
Lokahi
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Posted - 04/28/2004 : 5:42:37 PM
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Mahalo Stacey,
Just to finish out the name's of our keiki after Golden...our last 2 boys names are Sterling and Bronze. My wife wanted another girl and name her "Diamond" , but as Aunty Myrtle K. Hilo might reply..."My carborator no can go" already. Maybe, I'm too worried about how expensive, yeah? A hui hou, Keali'i. |
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Stacey
Lokahi
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Posted - 04/28/2004 : 6:06:56 PM
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Beutiful Keiki names, Keali'i! Mahalo for sharing!
Yeah those kids do get expensive! I've got 2 children, Kelly and Brian, and I'm going to come up with a slack key version of that Rolling Stones' song to sing to them, "You can't always get what you want. But if ya try, sometime you just might find, you get what you need." Hee Hee! |
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huiohana
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Posted - 04/28/2004 : 6:58:30 PM
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| Wow, that is an idea that someone here at the "patch" should try and come up with and record. Something by the "Stone's" or the "Eagles" in Kiho'alu. It would be a pretty interesting listen. A hui hou, Keali'i. |
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Pupule
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Posted - 04/28/2004 : 10:48:20 PM
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| You all are too much! Never a dull moment in the 'patch. |
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Steven Espaniola
Lokahi
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Posted - 04/29/2004 : 5:18:00 PM
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Originally posted by huiohana
Aloha Brada David,
I felt, and still do, the same as you do about uncle Dennis. He got me interested, and continued pursuit, in Traditional Hawaiian Music. As you may know, they called him the Golden voice of Hawaii(it seems there are so many Hawaiian musicians called the "Golden" voice, yeah?...Eddie Kekaula etc.) So my wife and I named one of my sons "Golden". Our daughters name is "Kahealani", after one of Hui Ohana'a song of which Dennis was at one his all-time best with his Leo ki'eki'e. Honestly, if there was such a thing as "Man" love without sounding too "G*Y", that's what I got.(Hope I'm not stirring up somebody else's feelings with that one...if I did, Sorry, Andy!!!)
I was blessed to have been able to catch uncle Dennis in about 10 shows before he left to be with akua. Each time he,(just like uncle Led and Ned), was the coolest Hawaiian there was. And his singing was so effortless and nahenahe. He sang a version of "Pohakuloa" that blew Gary Haleamau out of the water. And I love Gary's version. Uncle Dennis was the man and I would love my keiki to have half as much voice as he did. And if they don't...I still got his records and memories.
Aloha a hui hou, Keali'i.
I loved uncle Dennis Pavao's Leo Ki`e Ki`e too! I think the term nahenahe was invented for him :)...Was fortunate enough to catch him several times in concert (all by himself). Wonderful talent that is surely missed! Gary's pretty close though! Caught a show with him and Dennis K several years back. Effortless falsetto! BTW, caught Makana's performance last night in SF... Isn't that the topic of this thread? J/K, I've moved on past the topic...Admin, can we rename this thread to "Falsetto Legends"? |
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huiohana
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Posted - 04/29/2004 : 5:46:07 PM
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Brada Steve,
I thought the same about the "re-thread". Brada Matt was praised pretty good here, already. He would be proud of the things said here of him.
I can't find a site on "Leo ki'eki'e". Do you know of one? Until then, the "patch" gang is going to have to put up with my occasional(?) blabbering on falsetto.
Please don't get me wrong about brada Gary. I had been stationed in Germany with his first cousin from Kona and he got me turned on to his music when Gary was just a "baby" in the local radio stations. I aloha his music then, and now, because when everyone was making kala doing "Jawaiian", he held tight to his roots and stuck with the Hawaiian. He is pretty close to Dennis, too. Li'i Li'i. A hui hou, Keali'i. |
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Steven Espaniola
Lokahi
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Posted - 04/30/2004 : 5:14:40 PM
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| I don't know of any leo ki`e ki`e sites. Maybe that'll be a new project for me to take up (after I finish the billion or so I've already started). Currently, Gary, Cody P, the Na Palapalai gang, and Darren Benitez are some of my fav falsetto's. Although my all time fav's are the legends: Mahi Beamer - my great uncle, Kahauanu Lake, The Ho`opii's, Dennis P and Aunty G. Who are some of your other fav's? Wait, before you answer, start a new thread. I'll be there, gauranteed! BTW, just for kicks and to pay homage to the namesake of this thread, I've included the following pic: http://www.sespaniola.com/Picture%20020.jpg |
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huiohana
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Posted - 04/30/2004 : 6:47:42 PM
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| Ho, you two handsome buggaz' you. A hui hou, Keali'i |
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