iPod (320x240) [5:32m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (244) Bigger (640x480) [5:32m]: Download (87)So after a few performances for us, the troupe decided we should perform for them! But before we could, we needed to be taught. They divided us, the guests, into three groups, and taught each group a different performance piece, then brought us back into the main hall for a little friendly competition for the […]
iPod (320x240) [1:46m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (189) Bigger (640x480) [1:46m]: Download (83)This is the group performing a haka. This is not a war dance, though some haka can be war dances. I don’t know the words, but I think this performance is an overall expression of community pride as well as an entertainment for us, the guests. From what I understand, each performer is encouraged to […]
iPod (320x240) [4:21m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (136) Bigger (640x480) [4:21m]: Download (102)This video continues the performance group’s greeting to the audience. It’s a lot like the experience of Powhiri (the Maori ceremony to welcome visitors to their community). Specifically this segment is comparable to whaikorero (speechmaking) and waiata (song). You can learn about the kawa (protocol), parts and significance of Powhiri by exploring NewZealand.com.
Mark does a […]
iPod (320x240) [1:41m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (221) Bigger (640x480) [1:41m]: Download (167)This video was recorded on June 28, 2006. It features a wonderful Maori performance group, and I’m kicking myself that I can’t remember their name. The leader, Dave, who is blowing the conch shell and isn’t wearing traditional dress, gave me his business card, and I know it’s around here somewhere, so when I find […]
