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Colinmcc
Aloha
Canada
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 Posted - 06/22/2005 : 07:04:41 AM
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'Way back when', it seemed to be the accepted norm that Hawaiian groups the world over used the word 'Royal' in their name. Since our fearless leader, Ralph Shaw has been using the moniker "King of the Ukulele' for many years, there is a proposal to rename the Vancouver Ukulele Circle, "The Royal Vancouver Ukulele Circle' in the manner of yesteryear.
While I am well aware of the early involvement of the Hawaiian Royal Family in the early days of the ukulele and the music, are there any protocols that we should be observing in making such a name change?
Aloha
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hapakid
Luna Ho`omalu
USA
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Posted - 06/25/2005 : 7:56:33 PM
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King David Kalakaua did offer his royal seal for use on the headstocks of various uke brands, including Kumalae, because he was keen to see many ukuleles made during his short reign. There is the Royal Hawaiian Band, which still exists and traces its origin to Kawika and his court. I believe the Hawaiian monarchs lent their royal insignia to commercial enterprises, in the manner of the British monarchs, to encourage their success.
It might be presumptuous to say "Royal Hawaiian", but "Royal Vancouver"? Why not? Who is/was the king of Vancouver?
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Ahonui
USA
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Posted - 06/27/2005 : 07:57:17 AM
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| Queen Elizabeth II. Maybe you should call up Rideau Hall and see if you can get the GG to grease the grooves on a royal appointment. |
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