This paper will be about who created the Hula and its origin . It describes the makeup and costumes varying men and women. The reader will be able to understand how important this beautiful movement is so important to their culture. It will explain how they got their ideas and creativity for the Hula. It describes the history and background of the Hula and why they dance they way they do.In addition, this paper will show why these people love what they do and are able to do it everyday.Most of all they love their heritage and everything that it stan The Hula originates from a ritual dance for the volcano goddess, Pele. Her sister Hi'iaka performed the dance for Pele and was awarded with prayers, offerings and leis. The performance “mele” …show more content…
Without it the dancers wouldn’t have a beat to move to. Traditionally the Hula was done by chanting and percussions. The islanders used what they had around them to make instruments like rocks and bamboo sticks. Instruments that were used were sharkskin drums, rattles, gourds, and castanets. In the early 1900’s the Hawaiians invented the steel guitar. They would often use it to get a unique sound out of it and later many Hawaiian bands used it in their recordings. During the 20th century is when hollywood started to take the Hula. They add more western instruments like the guitar and ukulele. Elvis Presley’s movies showing little resembles to the depth and culture in the Hula downgraded this ancient art. During the 70’s people realized what they thought was the Hula really wasn’t. So they made up two different types of Hula, the hula kahiko (ancient) and the hula auana (modern). With these instruments the dancers were able to make their movement unique and relate their movements to their culture …show more content…
Men and women went to a training school. These training schools had particular protocol and strict rules. They had to avoid sugarcane or other sweet foods, no sexual contact and maintain personal cleanliness. These schools force to keep traditional Hula known. Teaching the students about the importance about the historical dances and teaching them how to speak their native language. There are different position and different ranks at the school . When students graduate they had a ceremonial nighttime bath in the ocean, prayers, blessings, feasting, and lifting the school’s restrictions. Graduating from training is a big accompishment in a Hula dancers life and being able to peform at special ceremonys. The Hula is more than a beautiful dance , its a historic piece of art. The ethnic and the pure artistic go into every movement . Every movement in this dance tells a story and a part of their historical culture. The music is a big attribute to every performance. They way they praise the goddess and stay devoted to admiring them . Learning about the history of the hula, instruments they use to make their music, costumes and the training they go through. It is a must to see a hula performance and experience the love and devotion these performers have for their
Amalia Hernandez was born in 1917, and was the famous creator of Ballet Folklorico. Classical Ballet was Hernandez’s first passion, in which she started taking lessons as a young girl. Later in her life, she decided to specialize in Native American dance. Ballet Folklorico was first founded in 1952. The company was a huge success, and soon became the largest and most popular dance company in the entire world. More than 60 regions of Mexico were incorporated into her performances. Amalia Hernandez’s work and style incorporated many different cultures and themes. Many dances were fiesta themed and incorporated beautiful different colors and costumes. Fiesta theme performances were fun and different to watch. The vibrant colors and creativity made them unique and festive. A great deal of Mexican history was also incorporated in Hernandez’s work as well.
The author begins the article by preparing the audience what is about to come. Telling the audience that cultures around the world have unusual customs and an anthropologist would even seek out a culture that has one when everyone seems to agree. He then talks about the Nacirema tribe and the extremities of their practices.
An eighteen year old child of five, Bridget Badaraco has exhibited determination for working and caring for her passions. As a member of Ohana Arts, she has worked to connect the community along with her dance group to bring the art, culture and history of Hawaii. Ms. Badaraco has been successful in incorporating her values and beliefs into the community, which surrounding her daily whether it be in public or at school. Through a project with the Young Women’s Program, she navigated pilot a personal progress activity in order to help the other young women. She has also been devoted to improving her knowledge of not only the art, culture and history of Hawaii, but her general knowledge in daily life. Ms. Badaraco plans to continue her role as
The third Mexican cultural activity that has survived and influenced the development of Chicana cultural practices in the U.S. is the Folklorico dances. These dances can be seen in the U.S. especially when there is a Mexican celebration or event. I personally experienced begin part of a group that danced folklorico. The dresses we used for the dance were inspired by the Yucatan look. We also accessorized with a crown of flowers made with fabric, long earrings, and a necklace of perals. We also combed all our hair back, and used make-up. It took alot of time to learn the three dances, and a lot of practice for the dance to come out good. In the end it was all worth it because I learned how to dance and how the women dress to dance. This cultural
By the mid 20th century, hula was becoming more commercialized and new instruments such as steel guitars and Ukuleles were introduced to the Hawaiian culture and art of hula. Hollywood took the Hula and portrayed it in a much different style as we now see in movies with women wearing coconut bras and skirts made out of grass. Until this day, disagreements continue over whether or not that hula should continue to be an ancient art form. Or if hula should just be restructured and become a modernized dance since hula is presently considered a “tourist attraction” instead of a way to connect with the gods. Since it was only seen as a tourist attraction and wasn’t supposed to be performed or practiced, it went “underground” so that the tradition could still live on. The art of hula is no longer what it once was and has been reborn from worship to tourism. If we forget what hula truly represents, we will miss out on valuable meanings that hula
Hula: Hawaii is known for hula dancing and local halaus (hula schools) in Maui often have demonstrations.
For the purpose of this project, I have chosen the Puerto Rican Bomba Dancing as my artifact. This artifact is not something you can physically hold in your hands or go to a store and purchase, it is intangible and yet pure. It represents a culture and embodies the idea of freedom. Unlike most dances where the person follows the rhythm, in Bomba dancing, the dancer leads the drummer with the tap of their feet and movement of the hips and shoulders. The parties involved mostly dress in white with the females wearing plantation style outfits and head scarves. The lyrics sung normally evoke a sense of freedom and an escape from the hardships of slavery. (Bomba, n.d.). The most important elements of Bomba Dancing are the lyrics, the drums and the traditional outfits. The combination of these 3 elements truly enhance the experience. Moreover, Bomba dancing is one of those things that the medium of experience should be in person. This is due to it having the potential to take you back in time to the 17th century where you
Hula, Hawaiian dances, has had changes in its roles and meanings. In the past, hula had many roles in the Hawaiian culture. As Indigenous cultures around the world often have sacred dances, hula was also sacred and religious dance to the Hawaiian. Indeed, hula was
Different aspects of dances all represent something special and meaningful to each specific tribe. Firstly, the purposes of the Native American’s dances are for entertainment, religious rituals, successful hunts, harvests, to give thanks, prayer, victory, mythology, along with many more. (Weiser- Alexander and Alexander) In the video Native American Indian
The flower leis are especially the most alluring things about the Hawaiian culture. Flower leis are one of Hawaiian culture's most recognizable customs. In Hawaiian culture the lei should be offered graciously with a kiss and removed in private. It is often considered rude if you remove it in front of the person who gave it to you. The Hawaiian language adds to the one of the interesting things in this culture. It is comprised of five vowels and eight consonants, this is the shortest alphabet in the world. Lastly, the hula. It is comprised of swaying the hips, graceful hands, and colorful costumes. It has two major forms the ancient, and the
Hawaii, also known as the “Aloha State” is located North of the Pacific Ocean and is known for its beautiful views, lush environment, and most of all, for its traditional dance, the Hula dance. The misconception that I have, along with many other people, is that this dance mainly involves moving your arms and hips from side to side in a peaceful manner. To me, hula dancing is being performed during a luau with instrumental calming music and the dancers are swaying to the beat. In other forms, it can also be very fast paced with the dancers moving their hips in a very quick motion. When I think of Hula dancers in Hawaii I envision that the people performing the dance are happy because it is a celebration of their culture and history. People often forget the importance of hula dancing because tourism and popular culture, therefore it is not appreciated in the form that it should be. Thesis: This essay will look at the cultural importance of the hula dance by evaluating all of its history, variety, and presentation forms.
The pantheon of gods included a few major deities, which included: Kane, Ku, Kanaloa, and lono. In Hawaii, olis were often chanted to the gods to honor and praise them. They are often incorporated into worship and are used in combination with dance to praise the spirits which reside in nature. The most important deity in regards to Hawaiian music is the goddess Pele, who is said to have found the hula, and is now the patron goddess of it. She is also the goddess of fire and volcanoes, because of this; she is revered highly in the Hawaiian culture.
Native American music has many different musical styles. Within every Native American tribe there is a variety of musical styles and instruments. In response to the research that I have conducted, there are three main musical styles that are going to be my point of focus. The Sioux Grass Dance, the Zuni Lullaby, and the Iroquois Quiver Dance are the principal methods which contribute to Native American music.
A cultural event that I have attended in the past that has had a memorable affect on my life was a Native American Powwow. This event takes place every year, Thanksgiving weekend in Tucson, AZ. I arrived in the late afternoon, as the sun was going down. I remember seeing many different types of people, from tourists to the different Native American performers. The physical setting of this particular celebration was outside, and based around, one main circle. Drums were beating so loud, you could feel the pound inside your chest. Different activities were going on all around, such as dancers, vendors, and a huge variety of foods to choose from. The circular dancing arena is known as the arbor, this area is blessed before any of the events
Though Flamenco has very much been acquired by Arabs, Indians, Jews, Gypsies and the Africans the source of flamenco dance lies in the singing and guitar traditions. Originally, the guitar served as the companion of flamenco dances. Today flamenco guitar has developed into its own art. Like many other music forms and styles, flamenco has recently been mixed with jazz, blues, rock and pop music. This form is embraced by younger people but discarded by a somewhat older "purists."