Mele
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Mele Oli Aloha No Kaua'i
Honors the places and aliʻi of Kauaʻi—uplifting the mokihana, Kawaikini, Waiʻaleʻale, and the chief Manokalanipō. Composed by Makana Garma.
I Ola nō ke Kino
Oli (chant) of gratitude, honoring the nourishment of food, the love of family, and the life of the body.
Iā Wa`a Nui
A traditional pule that was chanted at the launching of Hōkūleʻa in 1975 which has become an integral part of waʻa gatherings.
Auē ua Hiti ē
A new oli composed by Pua Case for voyaging waʻa Makaliʻi to celebrate itʻs arrival that has now been shared with the waʻa ʻohana.
Oli Mahalo
An oli to express gratitude for hospitality, generosity, and knowledge. This oli also gives appreciation to Ke Akua and our kūpuna.
Kaomi (click) here.
Hawaiʻi Aloha
A beloved mele written in the 19th century by Lorenzo Lyons. Often sung at the end of a gathering, this is a mele of unity and aloha ʻāina, expressing love for our home.
Hoʻonani
A mele, also known as the Hawaiian Doxology, sung at gatherings. It is the Hawaiian translation of the traditional hymn, “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow.”
Kaomi (click) here.
Oli Lei
This oli is used when presenting lei.
Kaomi (click) here.