Haumāna Hula Handbook published
What began as a collection of notes given to my students back in the 1980ʻs evolved to the Haumāna Hula Handbook. It was eventually.
Hawaiian Music Festival
Performing at the Freight and Salvage during the Hawaiian Music Festival in celebration of receiving Ke Kanaka Poʻokela (Person of Distinction) Award. Mahalo Patrick.
Kū Mai Ka Hula Competition
Our first time at this prestigious hula competition on the island of Maui. We placed 2nd!
Hollywood Bowl performance
Hālau Ka Ua Tuahine performed for Summer Sounds at the Hollywood Bowl. Summer Sounds was a childrensʻ performance series produced by the Los Angeles.
First Kāpili Polynesian Dance Workshops
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Makaha Sons performance
My dancers performed for the Makaha Sons. This was also a dream come true!
ʻOhana released
Dedicated to my mom who transitioned not long before this song was composed, and to all moms. Celebrate and honor the connection of family.
MUCID 20th Anniversary Gala
We celebrated our 20th Anniversary with a gala concert at Regents Theater in Oakland.