From Hawaii to Aotearoa: Kulāiwi and Kaumakaiwa

Te Ahurei Toi o Tāmaki – Auckland Arts Festival debuts its first-ever Indigenous music series, bringing world-class Hawaiian artists to Aotearoa! 

In this episode, we’re honoured to kōrero with Lehua Kalima and Pono Fernandez from Kulāiwi, a collective of award-winning Native Hawaiian musicians, songwriters, and cultural leaders (including Kawika Kahiapo & Shawn Pimental).

🗣️We talk about:
🎶 The power of mele (music) & hula
🌏 The connection between Hawaiian & Māori artistry
🫶🏾 What to expect at their #AAF2025 shows in Aotearoa and their hopes of cultural exchange and collaboration with Moana creatives while they're here in Aotearoa.

Stay with us till the end, because we’re also joined by the phenomenal Kaumakaiwa, a powerhouse performer whose voice carries generations of tradition and mana. 🌊🐚 🎉

Don’t miss this rare chance to immerse yourself in powerful storytelling through chant, hula and song!
Ticket details ~ www.aaf.co.nz

*Please note: You may hear a few sounds bumps in the audio, but the mana of this kōrero remains. Mauri ora!!