Ancient :: Kahiko 
Ula Noweo (sitting) - DVD2008

 

This is a "must have" hula kahiko number. It is a hula classic equally suitable for children, teens, or adults - male or female. Because it is a relatively simple number it is suitable for less experienced students. The dancer chants and accompanies the mele with her own ipu. It describes some of the beautiful sites to be seen on the island of Kaua'i. This is the seated (noho) rendition of the chant. For those that do not have an ipu but might like to learn it, an empty 1-gallon (large) plastic bleach bottle without cap will substitute quite well! 

Teacher: Kumu Kea (Pattye Kealohalani Wright) 
Dancer: Meleana 
Instrument: Ipu heke 'ole (dancer's ipu) 
Style: Ancient (Kahiko) 
Level: Intermediate 
Artist: Kumu Kea 
Format: DVD 
Running Time: 50 minutes