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Landeza Presents
Aloha
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 Posted - 12/16/2006 : 08:16:05 AM
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LandezaPresents and The Ruth B. Shannon Center for the Performing Arts present
The 4th Annual So. California Institute of Hawaiian Music and Culture with George Kahumoku Jr., Aaron Mahi and Alan Akaka
February 3 & 4, 2007
Ruth B. Shannon Center for the Performing Arts
Whitter College, Whitter California
Behind the Mele: A Poetry lecture of Mele Ho'oipoipo, Melepana, and Lahui (love songs, place names songs, and national songs) with Aaron Mahi
Date: Saturday, February 3, 2007
Time: 4:30pm – 5:30pm (Before the Concert)
Cost: $15 per person
Aaron Mahi will discuss the composition styles of love, place name and national songs written from 1860-2006. Aaron will feature examples from Nalani Eha (the Royal Four: Kalakaua, Lili`uokalani, Likelike and Leleiohoku) to contemporary composers of today. Aaron's extensive research of Hawaiian music has given him insight into the stories and history behind many of the songs of the culture. He has a wonderful repertoire and knowledge of kaona (the hidden meanings) of traditional Hawaiian songs. Don’t miss this great opportunity!
Lecture: 45 minutes with question and answer period
Hawaiian Language Workshop: Poetic Forms, Grammar and Pronunciation in Song with Aaron Mahi
Date: Saturday, February 3, 2007 and Sunday, February 4, 2007
Time: 12:00-2:00pm
In this two-day workshop, Aaron will give the singer, songwriter, or concert enthusiast a new perspective on the representation of symolism and the choice of expressions used. For example, the rocking of a ship or the beauty and delicacy of a flower are sometimes a wonderful metephor or may have a double or consealed meaning within a song. Bring examples of your favorite songs or original works you’ve composed! Day two will cover the many pitfalls experienced by non-Hawaiian language speaking performers. Specific examples will be given from very well known songs that have fallen into incorrect performance practice and recordings over the years. Get to know your 'Olelo 'Oiwi through open discussion.
Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar workshop with George Kahumoku
Date: Saturday, February 3, 2006 and Sunday, February 4, 2007
Time: 9:00-11:00am
This two-day workshop will cover playing Ki’ohalu (Slack Key) guitar in taro patch F (CFCFAC). The ability to modulate and play in any of the 'ukulele keys such as the key of F-G-C-Bb-D or A will also be taught. Uncle George has played with legendary musicians such as Richard Ho'opi'i, and Aunty Genoa, who modulate from F to G to C and A, then back to F again. Modulation sometimes adds dynamics as well as variation and power to a song. Many Slack Key players get stuck when they have to change keys or modulate. George's unique approach will have an emphasis on jamming with other 'ukulele players and musicians. Pre-requisite: Ability to tune a guitar and play at least one song in standard or any slack key tuning. Must be able to hold various guitar chord shapings.
Hawaiian Slack key ‘Ukulele workshop with George Kahumoku
Date: Saturday, February 3, 2007 and Sunday, February 4, 2007
Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm
This two day workshop will feature alternative tunings for the ‘ukulele that will take the player beyond basic strumming. All stringed ukuleles are welcome (4-string, 5-string, 6-string, 7-string, 8-string). Uncle George will have you playing at least two alternative tunings by the end of the class. Most ‘ukulele players use only the first three to five frets of the ‘ukulele. In this workshop, you will be working the entire ‘ukulele neck up to the 17th fret. Playing by ear and feel will be emphasized. Finger and palm techniques such as pull offs, hammer-ons, chiming, and muting will be practiced. Pre-requisite: Must be able to tune an ‘ukulele, strum and play at least one song. Must be able to hold various ‘ukulele cord shapings.
Pa’ani workshop: Hawaiian Songs and Sing Along with George Kahumoku
Date: Saturday, February 3, 2007 and Sunday, February 4, 2007
Time: 2:30-4:00pm
In this two-day workshop, Uncle George will emphasize the history, via story telling and the pronunciation and meaning behind some of Hawaii's classic songs as well as some of his originals. Uncle George will go over the chord progression of each song and then proceed to play and sing each song (group style) with pa'ani's or jamming in-between with the students. He will also cover jam-etiquette and taking turns at singing and pa'ani (playing solo riffs). Please bring along a guitar, ukulele, steel guitar, bass, spoons, or any percussion instrument (rice in duck taped cans). Or simply just bring your voice. Bring your songbook or any song that you would like to share.
Hawaiian Steel Guitar: Lecture with individual private sessions with Alan Akaka
Lecture Date: Saturday, February 3, 2007 - 10:00am
Private Sessions: 45 minute sessions on Saturday and Sunday per arranged times.
Cost for both lecture and one 45 minute session: $125 per person
(Additional sessions for $40)
The steel guitar noted, for its unique tonal quality and its sound, is intimately associated with the music of Hawai’i. Invented in the islands of Hawai’i, the steel guitar has evolved from its invention in 1889 through many forms and tunings. Musicians of blues, bluegrass and folk music have since adopted the instrument as a standard. Learn the history and the evolution of the instrument. With Alan’s incredible knowledge and insight, don't miss this one-on-one opportunity to learn steel from the best! During each private session, Alan’s objective will be to nurture that “Hawaiian” sound each participant. Each session will be uniquely tailored to upon each individual’s playing experience and skill. Lessons may cover: left hand and right technique including straight bar, forward and reverse slants, picking, blocking/muting, vibrato, slurring appropriate to the melody and harmonics.
LIVE IN CONCERT: 2007 Institue of Hawaiian Music and Culture Instructors George Kahumoku Jr., Aaron Mahi, and Alan Akaka
Date: Saturday, February 3, 2007
Time: 8:00 pm
Cost: $20 for participants
All Welcome!
Hawaiian music always makes a great gift!
Register TODAY for $25 off the first workshop before December 31st!
Registration just opened, so reserve your place today! Space is limited.
Cost: $125 for first workshop, $55 for each additional
Join us for a wonderful weekend packed full of Hawaiian Music!
For more information: 510-452-4266 or LandezaPresents @ yahoo.com
Registration info:
http://www.geocities.com/ukuleleworkshops/SCIHMC.html
Discount rates at the Raddison Hotel and for the Concert for all Institute participants! Lunch and good times are included! See Registration packet for more details.
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