EthnicityOfMr.Zane

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Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:44:47 -1000

Aloha to all the readers of EthnicityOfMrZane...... I’m currently working on a new blog format and set up that will make it easier(and quicker) to update so in turn it’ll be better for you! I hope the site to be up soon....In the mean time I still got Face & Flickr

MOKIF

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 08:14:11 -1000

Moku O Keawe International Festival celebrates the Hawaiian culture

10/21/2008

“By honoring our past, preserving the present and moving forward into the future”

KOHALA COAST, HAWAI’I — The third annual Moku O Keawe International Festival, Nov. 6-9 at Waikoloa Beach Resort, is a celebration of the rich Hawaiian culture in four acts: competitive hula, cultural workshops, craft and artisan marketplace and a closing night finale under the stars.

Originally inspired by the growing passion for hula in Japan and worldwide, the Festival is a collaborative creation of Nā Kumu Hula Nalani Kanakaole and Nani Lim Yap, designer Sig Zane, artist Kathy Long and administrator Margo Mau Bunnell. Their brainchild bravely places ancient traditions side by side with today’s Hawaiian culture for striking events that engage both visitors and residents.

International competition. In the evening, top hālau from Japan, US-Hawai‘i and other countries perform in dramatic kupuna, kahiko and ‘auana competition at the Waikoloa Bowl at Queens’ Gardens. Admission is $15 per event, or $35 for a 3-day pass, keiki under 5 free.

Kahiko competition, Thursday, Nov. 6. The ancient chants and rhythms of hula kahiko bring the spirit of the past to dance in the present.

Kupuna competition and awards, Friday, Nov. 7. “Senior” dancers are young again as they grace the stage in skilled individual and group performances.

‘Auana competition and awards, Saturday, Nov. 8. Modern hula, with its brilliant costumes, elaborate flowers and orchestration, provide the perfect prelude to the grand prize.

Workshops. During the day, some of Hawaii’s most-respected cultural practitioners teach master workshops in hula and related arts, designed for the intrigued novice as well as the serious student.

Hula Kahiko o Maui a Kama. Award-winning kumu hula, chanter, songwriter and musician Keali‘i Reichel leads a 2-day class for the advanced hula student, emphasizing the poetry of the language and its kaona, hidden meanings.

He Ali‘i o Ke‘elikōlani. An excursion to Hulihe‘e Palace led by instructor Hauoli Akaka, where students will learn an oli and mele hula honoring Princess Ruth Ke‘elikōlani.

Hula ‘Auwana. Two-time Nā Hoku Hanohano winner, Kaumakaiwa Kanakaole teaches a special hula choreographed to an original song by the legendary Edith Kanakaole. Kaumakaiwa lives the traditions handed down through five generations on his mother’s side, a lifestyle that allows him to share special meaning in his unique music style.

Makali‘i, a Hawaiian Voyaging Canoe. Cultural specialist Keala Ching takes the class to Kawaihae to learn about the canoe’s past and present connection to life in Hawai‘i, to visit Pu‘ukoholā Heiau and learn a hula written by Ching.

Hula ‘Auwana. Kumu Hula Nalani Kanakaole shares a 3-hour hula ‘auwana from the Island of Hawaii, including all the kaona of the language.

Pu‘ili, Bamboo Hula Implement. Instructor Kia Fronda leads a 6-hour class in making bamboo rattles, used in hula as percussion instruments to accompany the dance.

Kalopa Gathering and Lei Workshop. Charles Kaupu leads a day-long excursion to Kalopa Park where students share halau protocols and practices in gathering kinolau, dressing oneself for dance, learning chants, and making the lei.

Hana Ulana (Weaving Lauhala) Workshop. Two different levels of workshops are taught by expert weavers from Aha Puhala O Puna, a non-profit organization whose goals are to share the knowledge of the craft, increase awareness of the techniques of weaving, and to enjoy the social gathering to build upon their weaving experiences.

Because of the intensive nature of the classes and materials involved, space availability is limited and students are urged to register early by visiting www.MokuOKeawe.org

Hawai‘i Marketplace. Wander among the different displays, and enjoy the chance to see, touch, smell and taste some of the best made-in-Hawai‘i products from island vendors: Sig Zane fashions, hula-inspired art by Kathy Long (whose stunning design makes the Moku O Keawe collectible poster), Hawaiian quilts, hula implements, jewelry, woodworks, weaving and weapons, plus real Hawaii-grown chocolate and organic coffee, and many more treasures from the Islands. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 7-8. Admission is free.

Hō‘ike. Hula was meant to be shared with an audience, and Moku O Keawe is delighted to share a hō‘ike performance starring special guest hālau and students from the workshops, sharing their dances, chants, instruments and personal pride, Sunday, Nov. 10, under the stars at the *Waikoloa Bowl at the Queens’*Gardens. Admission is $15, keiki under 5 free.

The Moku O Keawe International Festival is sponsored by the Moku O Keawe Foundation, a private nonprofit 501c(3) organization dedicated to enhancing, enriching and educating the practice and development of hula and its associated arts to build, strengthen and inspire the living cultural traditions of Hawai‘i.

For information, tickets to events, workshops or concert, visit www.MokuOKeawe.org or call 886-2055.

Media Contact:
Catherine Tarleton
808-883-0669
CatherineTarleton@gmail.com

O B A M A

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 07:47:52 -1000

Stamp this period in time..... The Presidential hopeful has MIXTAPE! Take that how you would like but either way this is the closest that a democratic nomination has ever related to you.

http://www.ethniccreative.com/OBAMA.mp3

I don’t push any politics but listen and have your own realization.....

23rd Anniversary @ SigZane

Thu, 9 Oct 2008 08:08:57 -1000

Go Do That!!! @ Hilo Store and www.sigzane.com ! Mahalo for the 23 years!

Coverage : Aiwaiwa & CutBBQ

Fri, 3 Oct 2008 08:25:01 -1000

Gotta Catch up with the updates..... Two events in one..... Thank you for all the sponsors and support.... Then the last picture..... BBQ @ Waiuli.... RomeGoingAwayPati....CrownOnTheRocks!!

CUTBBQ

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 11:53:46 -1000

You see em? If you dea check em...... Chee! Hoolaulea!

Kaumakaiwa

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 23:51:13 -1000

For the hawaii music scene......

I enjoy watching Kaumakaiwa progress with every album and this newest one that drops this tuesday is the sum of all his trials and progression over his life time. A combination of Art, Poetry, Emotion, Culture, Music and Family. Kaumakaiwa is ready to push beyond the hawaiian realm and use this album as his portal to promote his aesthetic internationally.

In oda words..... dis album mean.... go get em tomorrow....

www.mountainapplecompany.com/kaumakaiwa

illllllllllll.....

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 23:48:04 -1000

Why ian gotta go and hurt my bank like that...... Coppin as soon as droppin...

www.nimnim.net

PicsOfTheLife : Oahu&Home

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:13 -1000

Some how I got tricked into surfing in the legends competition in waikiki during the Duke Kahanamoku Ocean Festival...... Being that I haven’t really surfed consistently for over a year and a half. I’m up shits creek..... To add on to this humility period, my dads on another team so it’ll be clear that he surfs everyday and I can barely wake up at the hour he’s paddling out.....

Anyways...... All for fun, leave my ego in on the sand....

Pics of the last couple weeks.....

MM tee 08, 080808 dinner, Holomaipele screening and interview,

The Best Things in life are free

Upcoming fabrics, lunches, kicks/hiXHurley, Daves scooters, Midweekphotoshoot

080808

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:00:53 -1000

Gave a little dinner to the SZ employees for the luckiest day of the next thousand years..... As a little mahalo my dad cut “8’s” for every employee that attended.....

Kicks/Hi X Hurley SurfShorts

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 16:56:10 -1000

Will be released @ kicks/hi this weekend and landing @ TheCut on monday!

www.kickshawaii.com & www.upinthecutlery.com